Geology

Canyon Country Geology for the Layman and Rockhound
by Barnes

Canyonlands Country :
Geology of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
by Donald L. Baars

Gem Trails of Utah
by James R. Mitchell

Roadside Geology of Utah
by Halka Chronic

Rockhounding Utah
by William A. Kappele, W. R. C. Shedenhelm (Editor)

Stone Desert: A Naturalist's Guide to Canyonlands
by Childs, the author describes the unique geology of Canyonlands, including such information as how to identify animal tracks and make tea from indigenous plants

Sculpturing of Zion :
Guide to the Geology of Zion
by Wayne L. Hamilton, Victor L. Jackson, James Staebler (Editor)

Ghost Towns

Ghost Towns of the West
by Lambert Florin

Historical Guide to Utah Ghost Towns
by Stephen L. Carr

Hiking

Best EZ Day Hikes in Canyonlands and Arches
by: Schneider, includes trail descriptions and maps of the author's favorite short hikes.

Best Hikes With Children in Utah
by Maureen Keilty, Dan Peha (Photographer)

Canyon Hiking Guide to the Colorado Plateau
by Michael Kelsey

Canyon Country Hiking and Natural History
by Barnes, a guide to all of the established trails and many of the wilderness routes in the canyons of southeastern Utah

Exploring Canyonlands and Arches National Parks
by Bill Schneider, the most comprehensive guide available to the trails and backcountry roads of this section of Utah's desert country

Exploring the Backcountry of Zion National Park :
Off Trail Routes
by Brerton & Dunaway, This book is offered as an aid to experienced off-trail hikers at his or her own risk

High Uinta Trails
by Davis & Veranth, The highest mountains, the unique alpine ecosystem, and the largest designated Wilderness in Utah are all found here

High Uintas Backcountry
by Jeff Probst, A guide and trip planner with 99 hikes in the High Uintas of Utah, factors such as solitude, fishing, scenery, spring water, campsites, and horsefeed are rated

Hiking, Biking & Exploring
Canyonlands National Park and Vicinity
by Michael R. Kelsey, (Out of print, but available in libraries)

Hiking the Escalante
by Rudi Lambrechtse, This popular book was re-released in 1999

Hike and Explore
Utah's Robber's Roost and Henry Mountains
by Kelsey, Hiking guide to the spectacular Henry Mountains, plus details on the life and legend of Butch Cassidy who lived there.

Hiking and Exploring Utah's San Rafael Swell
by Michael R. Kelsey

The Hiker's Guide to Utah
by Dave Hall

Hiking Utah
by Dave Hall, Ann Seifert, your introduction to day hikes and overnight adventures throughout Utah's backcountry

Hiking Utah's Summits
by Paula Huff, Tom Wharton, This complete guide leads today's outdoor enthusiasts to the top of 26 peaks, one for each of Utah's counties.

Hiking the Wasatch
by John Veranth, details on trails in the mountains near Salt Lake City

Hiking Zion and Bryce National Parks
by Erik Molvar, Eric Molvar, Tamara Martin, Trail descriptions, maps, and photos provide first-hand information for easy day hikes and extended backpack trips

Hiking in Zion National Park : The Trails
by Bob Lineback

Moab Country Day Hikes
by Barnes & Barnes, 41 day hikes in the Moab vicinity. Each hike includes a description, access, highlights, time required, as well as useful maps. Photos throughout

Paria River Hike & Explore
by Mike Kelsey, This book covers all the upper canyons and side canyon hikes from Bryce Canyon to Lee's Ferry

Park City Trails
by Raye C. Ringholz out of print, but available in libraries

Utah's Favorite Hiking Trails :
by J. David Day,

Utah's National Parks :
Hiking and Vacationing in Utah's Canyon Country
by Ron Adkison

Zion and Bryce Hiking Guide
by Molvar & Martin, Complete trail descriptions of 56 hikes in southwestern Utah include natural and historic interpretive information

Ruins and Rock Art

Ancient Ruins
by David Noble
Covers more than 60 sites, with maps and photos.
Paperback

Images in Stone
by David Muench (Photographer), Polly Schaafsma
Muench's stunning photographs combined with anthropologist Polly Schaafsma's in-depth text provides powerful insight to these ancient people.
Hardcover

Indian Rock Art of the Southwest
by Polly Schaafsma, and extensive study

Legacy on Stone :
Rock Art of the Colorado Plateau and Four Corners Region
by Sally J. Cole

Petroglyphs and Pictographs of Utah :
The East And Northeast (Volume 1)
by Kenneth B. Castleton

Petroglyphs and Pictographs of Utah (Vol 2)
by Kenneth B. Castleton

The Rock Art of Utah :
A Study from the Donald Scott Collection
by Polly Schaafsma
Anthropologist Polly Schaafsma's educated musings about what this all really means.
Paperback

Snow Sports

ABC's of Avalanche Safety
by Ed LaChapelle, Avalanche danger is a very serious threat to backcountry winter travelers. Learn how to prepare, what to look for, and what to do to keep safe.

Avalanche Handbook
by David McClung & Peter Schaerer

Skier's Guide to Utah
by Michael Jensen

Wasatch Winter Trails
by John Veranth, Winter in Utah is a time for ski touring and snowshoeing. Here is a guidebook to the best winter trails that are readily accessible from the Wasatch Front.

Water Sports

Boaters Guide to Lake Powell
Featuring: Hiking Camping, Geology, History and Archaeology
by Kelsey

Cataract Canyon via the Green or Colorado rivers :
a river runner's guide
by Donald L. Baars

Canyonland's River Guide :
Westwater, Lake Powell, Canyonlands National Park
by Bill Belknap

Houseboating on Lake Powell
by Hirsch

River Guide to Canyonland's NP and Vicinity
by Michael R. Kelsey

River Guide to Desolation and Gray Canyons
by Thomas G. Rampton

River Runners' Guide to Utah and Adjacent Areas
by Gary C. Nichols

Rivers of the Southwest : A Boaters Guide
to the Rivers of Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona
by Fletcher Anderson, Ann Hopkinson

San Juan Canyons River Guide
by: Baars, This river-runner's guide to the San Juan Canyons in Utah features detailed topographic maps and accompanying text with natural and cultural highlights.

Wildflowers

Wildflowers of Southwestern Utah
by Buchanan, takes an ecological approach to plant identification, introducing readers to eight wildflower communities of the Bryce Canyon and Cedar Breaks region

Field Guide to Wildflowers of the Rocky Mountains
by Schreier, a complete, full-color overview of nearly 300 species

Flowers of the Canyon Country
by Stanley Welsh and Bill Ratcliffe

Shrubs and Trees of the Southwest Desert
by Janice Bowers

Shrubs and Trees of the Southwest Uplands
by Francis Hapgood Elmore

Utah Wildflowers
by Richard Shaw, guide to the identification of 102 flowers native to the northern 2/3 of Utah

Weeds of the West
by Tom Whitson, 640 pages and over 300 plants identified

Wildlife

Mammals of the Canyon Country
by David M. Armstrong

Snakes of Utah
by Douglas C. Cox, Wilmer W. Tanner, Mark Philbrick (Photographer)

Utah Wildlife Viewing Guide
by Cole, Included are detailed descriptions of each viewing site, maps and access information, helpful viewing tips, and hundreds of color photographs featuring the wildlife and scenic natural areas of this incredibly diverse state

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