Moon Handbooks Utah (Moon Travel Handbooks)

For adventurers hunting the red-rock heart of the American West, Utah is the promised land, boasting five national parks and some of the nation's most pristine territory. In this fully updated fifth edition of the acclaimed Utah Handbook, you'll find:

a.. Extensive sections on Utah's 45 state parks, five national parks -- Zion, Arches, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, and Canyonlands -- six national monuments, two national recreation areas, and Olympic-quality ski slopes
b.. Updated to reflect preparations for the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympics
c.. A chronology of Mormonism, from its early Midwest struggles to the current international empire headquartered in Salt Lake City
d.. Information on Wasatch ski areas, Provo museums, and Salt Lake City ballets
e.. How to visit ghost towns and the Pony Express route in Utah's Wild West
f.. 42 detailed, state-of-the-art maps pinpointing sightseeing highlights, hotels, restaurants, parks, campgrounds, and more.

With all of Utah's outdoor recreation possibilities, the travelers' options are limitless. The authors' well-organized chapters provide readers with insider's tips crafted to assist in planning a satisfying trip. Back in town, Utah Handbook again presents readers with a wide variety of choices -- accommodations and dining to satisfy most any taste and pocketbook. You'll find descriptions of historic 19th-century hotels, modern motels, cozy bed and breakfasts, and where to camp. For dining, the authors offer thoughts on where to find a wide range of cuisines. And there's a detailed description of the state's often quirky and confusing drinking laws.