National Geographic Atlas of the National Parks (Hardcover)

Written by former ranger Jon Waterman and published by National Geographic, this 432-page hardcover gives each of the 61 parks it covers a newly drawn map, and around thirty of them a longer feature on landmarks, ecosystems, wildlife and history. There are more than 200 photos and over 100 graphics.

At about 10 by 13.5 inches it is a book for the shelf or the coffee table, not the glovebox. It suits anyone who likes reading maps or is planning a park year; hikers who need trail detail will still want the parks' own maps.

Worth knowing It came out in 2019, so parks designated since then are not in it. It is heavy and large, which makes it a poor travel companion.