Grand Canyon Field Guide

Story

Get ready to dive deep into the Grand Canyon

Wildsam’s comprehensive field guides are some of the best travel guides around these days, the rare breed of guide that isn’t just for newcomers but offers something new to even the most seasoned travelers. The Grand Canyon Field Guide pulls together the advice of experts on what to see, where to go, and what to notice when you visit Arizona’s geological wonder.

Inside You’ll Find

• An essential list of base camps, trails, road trips and overlooks for each quadrant of the park
• Insights from leading experts on geology, flora, fauna, history and culture
• Historic trading posts of note
• Intel from Native leaders and veteran hiking, backpacking and river guides
• Names of river rapids and their origins
• A broadcast transcript of one daredevil’s gorge-braving tightrope escapade
• Profiles of surrounding Southwestern towns
• An interview with a landscape painter
• A master canyoneer’s go-to sources for backcountry knowledge
• Original writing from acclaimed poet Sherwin Bitsui, novelist Ann Cummins, and journalist James Pogue

Features

• Pocket-sized guide filled with expert info on the Grand Canyon
• Gain insight into everything from geology and history to hikes and river running logistics
• Original illustrations throughout
• Includes stories, original writing, and profiles of Grand Canyon adventurers and artists

Sizing

• Pocket-sized guide: 6.5” x 4”