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Beautiful Olympic Peninsula Travel Guide

Author : Karen Patry

Publisher : Gatekeeper Press

Page : 241 pages

File Size : 19,38 MB

Release : 2018-05-23

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1619847469

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Book Description

Lots of planning and preparation happens before the dream vacation does. Beautiful Olympic Peninsula Travel Guide prepares and accompanies you from start to finish.

• Plan your trip and settle on an itinerary. Finalize your plans with lists of local festivals, equipment rentals, and whale-watching or commercial tour companies.

• Pore over the main travel guide’s 204 pages and 22 modules as you plan and as you travel. It’ll give you a bit of history, all the local attractions, and some of the best hotels and restaurants.

• While you’re having the time of your life, we keep your days exciting – in a good way – by cluing you in to road conditions, weather forecasts, tide charts and apps, and highway mileage charts.

• The book also provides a bit of Olympic Mountain history, explanations regarding rainshadows and rainforests, local rainfall averages, and some of the amazing local flora and fauna.

• A comprehensive index will put the info at your fingertips when you need it.

There’s much more than this inside these covers, of course, but now you know this book might just be an indispensable part of your dream vacation.



Olympic Mountains Trail Guide

Author : Robert Wood

Publisher : The Mountaineers Books

Page : 356 pages

File Size : 17,85 MB

Release : 2000

Category : Travel

ISBN : 9780898866186

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You'll find new information on 177 hikes and extensive material on history, geology, native plants, and wildlife. New features in this updated, expanded edition include: numbered hikes for quick reference; detailed information blocks for each trail; and weather information for each section of the Olympics.



100 Parks, 5,000 Ideas

Author : Joe Yogerst

Publisher : 5,000 Ideas

Page : 404 pages

File Size : 19,89 MB

Release : 2019

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1426220103

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Book Description

"A guide to the best parks in the United States and Canada, including activity and accommodation information; information on nearby attractions; top ten lists; and information on local fare"--



The Olympic Peninsula

Author : Tom Leeson

Publisher :

Page : 102 pages

File Size : 47,52 MB

Release : 1984

Category : Photography

ISBN : 9780195406061

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Olympic National Park

Author : Tim McNulty

Publisher : University of Washington Press

Page : 383 pages

File Size : 40,92 MB

Release : 2018-04-10

Category : Science

ISBN : 0295743271

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Renowned for its old-growth rain forest, wilderness coast, and glaciated peaks, Olympic National Park is a living laboratory for ecological renewal, especially as the historic Elwha River basin regenerates in the wake of dam removal. In this classic guide to the park, Tim McNulty invites us into the natural and human history of these nearly million acres, from remote headwaters to roadside waterfalls, from shipwreck sites to Native American historical settlements and contemporary resource stewardship, along the way detailing the park’s unique plant and animal life. McNulty reminds us that though “the mountains and rivers remain ‘timeless,’ our understanding of the lifeforms that inhabit them—and the effects our actions have on their future—is an ongoing, ever deepening story.” Color photographs Practical advice on how to make the most of your visit Handy flora and fauna species checklists Inspiring descriptions of endangered species recovery Detailed look at Elwha River restoration after dam removal



52 Olympic Peninsula Hikes

Author : Douglas Scott

Publisher : CreateSpace

Page : 58 pages

File Size : 43,31 MB

Release : 2013-08-01

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 9781492936367

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This simple to use trail guide gives you 52 awesome hikes around the Olympic National Park and the Olympic Peninsula. With detailed trail descriptions, color images (yes, they are in color!) and tips for hiking each trail, this is your ultimate guide to perfect weekend getaways. From family hikes to full-day leg burners, there are trails for all levels of hikers. With directions to the trailhead, even the most novice of hikers can explore the beauty and wilderness of the Olympic Peninsula Not a hiker? This book also gives you some of the most memorable images from around the rainforests, beaches and mountains of the Olympic National Park.



A Year in the National Parks

Author : Stefanie Payne

Publisher :

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 41,47 MB

Release : 2018-05

Category :

ISBN : 9780692926789

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On January 1 of 2016, Stefanie Payne, a creative professional working at NASA Headquarters, and Jonathan Irish, a photographer with National Geographic, left their lives in Washington, D.C. and hit the open road on an expedition to explore and document all 59 of America's national parks during the centennial celebration of the U.S. National Park Service - 59 parks in 52 weeks - the Greatest American Road Trip. Captured in more than 300,000 digital photographs, written stories, and videos shared by the national and international media, their project resulted in an incredible view of America's National Park System seen in its 100th year. 'A Year in the National Parks, The Greatest American Road Trip' is a gorgeous visual journey through our cherished public lands, detailing a rich tapestry of what makes each park special, as seen along an epic journey to visit them all within one special celebratory year.





Beautiful Olympic Peninsula Travel Guide

Author : Karen Patry

Publisher :

Page : 370 pages

File Size : 12,60 MB

Release : 2018-01-17

Category : Travel

ISBN : 9781619847477

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Book Description

Lots of planning and preparation happens before the dream vacation does. Beautiful Olympic Peninsula Travel Guide prepares and accompanies you from start to finish. - Plan your trip and settle on an itinerary. Finalize your plans with lists of local festivals, equipment rentals, and whale-watching or commercial tour companies. - Pore over the main travel guide's 204 pages and 22 modules as you plan and as you travel. It'll give you a bit of history, all the local attractions, and some of the best hotels and restaurants. - While you're having the time of your life, we keep your days exciting - in a good way - by cluing you in to road conditions, weather forecasts, tide charts and apps, and highway mileage charts. - The book also provides a bit of Olympic Mountain history, explanations regarding rainshadows and rainforests, local rainfall averages, and some of the amazing local flora and fauna. - A comprehensive index will put the info at your fingertips when you need it. There's much more than this inside these covers, of course, but now you know this book might just be an indispensable part of your dream vacation.



DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Pacific Northwest

Author : DK Travel

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 346 pages

File Size : 31,31 MB

Release : 2017-01-17

Category : Travel

ISBN : 146546347X

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Book Description

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Pacific Northwest will lead you straight to the best attractions this beautiful region has to offer. This newly updated guide covers all the major cities, from Portland, Oregon, to Seattle, Washington, to Vancouver, British Columbia, and provides all the insider tips you need, whether you want to kayak on Lake Ozette in Olympic National Park or go shopping in downtown Seattle's Columbia Center. Explore the culture, history, architecture, beaches, and scenic walks area-by-area. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Pacific Northwest. + Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance. + Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights. + Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums. + Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. + Area maps marked with sights. + Detailed city maps include a street finder index for easy navigation. + Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights. + Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Pacific Northwest truly shows you what others only tell you.