Trees of the Rocky Mountains and Intermountain West

Ideal for backpackers and field naturalists, this guide discusses and illustrates native and naturalized trees that grow wild in the Rocky Mountains and Intermountain West, from the arctic treeline in Alaska and the Yukon through the southwestern states and northern Mexico. The 215 trees of the region are divided into six major groups according to identifying characteristics. The illustrated plates emphasize details that may not be clearly visible in a photograph, and a key is provided for recognizing trees in leafless seasons.