Book: Hiking Hidden Gems in America's National Parks

Hiking and our national parks go together like PB & J, but sometimes it can be difficult to know where to go if you’re looking to get off the beaten path. Thankfully, Ted Alvarez’s Hiking Hidden Gems in America’s National Parks (Falcon Guides, $35) has you covered. Featuring informative write-ups of each park interspersed with personal narrative and reflection, lists of popular hikes therein, notable zones of interest, information on of the namesake “hidden gems,” and breathtaking photography, the book is a superb resource for reminiscing on past adventures and planning future trips. However, unlike other guidebooks, you won’t find maps of the trails, hyper-detailed information on the hikes, or explanations on how to plan your outing. Nope, this book is intended for the savvy hiker and park enthusiast who’s ready to do the “legwork” themselves.