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The Complete Guide to the National Park Lodges, 6th

The Complete Guide to the National Park Lodges, 6th
By David L. Scott, Kay W. Scott

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This book is an insider’s guide to finding the best lodges throughout the United States—and to securing a reservation well in advance to beat the crowds.

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #26765 in Books
  • Published on: 2009-04-14
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 272 pages

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“Meticulous travelers will revel in this book’s details.”
—Sports Afield

“This book can be your reference guide to the most amazing trips you have ever taken and to the most spectacular places you have ever stayed.”
—Outdoor Guide

“The only resource of its kind to provide details on lodging available right inside our national parks, this guide will point you to places that allow you to enjoy the comforts of home without sacrificing your enjoyment of the beauty of nature.”
—Navy Times

From the Back Cover

From luxurious inns to rustic cabins, The Complete Guide to the National Park Lodges is an insider’s guide to one-of-a-kind accommodations in the most scenic areas of the country. Most of these lodges are located within the parks themselves, just steps away from the things you want to see:

Take in the breathtaking view of Crater Lake’s deep blue water from a rocking chair on the back porch of the refreshingly modern yet rustic Crater Lake Lodge.

Fish from the banks of a lake right behind Peaks of Otter Lodge along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Luxuriate in the first-class accommodations of Furnace Creek Inn located on an oasis in the middle of starkly beautiful Death Valley.

Tour the secluded shores of Michigan’s Isle Royale National Park in a kayak rented near Rock Harbor Lodge.

About the Author

David L. Scott and Kay W. Scott have spent thirty summers touring the United States and Canada, most of them in a series of Volkswagen campers. David, a professor emeritus of finance at Valdosta State University, has authored books on accounting, finance, and investing. Kay is retired from the public schools. They live in Valdosta, Georgia.

Customer Reviews

Great info but where are the pictures3
As a person who has stayed at a few of the national park lodges and looks forward to staying a more, I eagerly sought this book. Having gotten it, I'm only mildly satisfied. The documentation about rooms, especially which ones are best is helpful (however, I don't see how I can specify the room I want when booking online). They describe the facilities, meal costs, parking, etc. It is thorough in all the lodges that seem to be out there. Its a little light on history of the lodge, though at least a paragraph or two is provided. I have to say my biggest beef is NO pictures. There are line drawings, but these don't necesarily represent the best aspect of the lodge being described. The authors have indicated they have spent decades visiting these lodges. Couldn't they at least take a few pictures themselves? I would think the National Park Service would authorize them to use them for publicity purposes. This is not a deal breaker for getting the book, as the info is quite comprehensive. Just a little disappointing.

Books contains every possible piece of information needed5
Terrific reference -- We used this book this past summer and fall (2009) to visit National Parks in Texas, Arizona, New Mexico,Utah, California, Wyoming, Washington and Hawaii. The book was a tremendous help in understanding the park lay out(maps), contact telephone numbers, reservations and what to expect upon arrival at each designation. Highly recommended this book be taken as travel guide on your next vacation to National Parks

book provides the detailed inside info you need5
We own the second addition of this book and it has been invaluable on choosing where to stay. I plan to buy the updated version. I have no problem with the book not having photos, because this obviously cuts down on the cost. There are several beautiful coffee table books available with gorgeous photos and these books cost around $50 retail. I own both types of books. I appreciate the lower cost for this guide since it's focus is on all of the lodges, what room to stay in, where to eat, etc. It's not a coffee table photo book. I know what the outside of the lodges look like, I want to know more about the inside details. Every time we plan a trip to the National Parks this is the first book I reference before deciding on a lodge. I have followed their suggestions and have had wonderful experiences in the lodges because of this. I recommend this to every one interested in staying in the park lodges.