Touring & Scenic Driving in Colorado

Whether you are a hiker, camper or scenic driver, there's lots to see along the way toward your destination.  We offer many books, DVDs, maps and atlases (many at bundle discounts) to enhance your journeys. Our book topics range from scenic driving to off-the-beaten-path routes, with some history and geology guides added to make it more interesting.  So load up the coolers, grab your maps and books and hit the road!


Colorado Road and Recreation Atlas by Benchmark
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Colorado's mountains are the source of everything that makes Colorado unique. No other publication can portray this entrancing scenery and its recreation potential with more precision than Benchmark's new Colorado Road & Recreation Atlas. Large-scale Landscape Maps and a complete 30-page Recreation Guide make it the ideal planning tool for any outdoor adventure. It's the only… read more

Roadside Geology of Colorado, 2nd edition
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The rocks and landforms have not changed much since the publication of the first edition of the Roadside Geology of Colorado in 1980, but our understanding of them has. With expanded coverage, updated maps, new photographs, and the latest geologic interpretations, this nontechnical guide introduces you to the tumultuous geological history of Colorado's mountains, plateaus, and… read more

Colorado Atlas & Gazetteer by DeLorme
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This quality state atlas of Colorado by DeLorme provides the most recent road and highway information, topographic maps for the entire state, and lots of up-to-date recreational and reference information. Ideal for travelers and sportsmen Rely on the Atlas & Gazetteer for the utmost in trip planning and backcountry access. Each volume contains topographic maps with unb… read more

Roadside History of Colorado
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Colorado's roads wind through country that is steeped in history, sometimes tracing routes with a history of their own, from the Santa Fe Trail to the Million Dollar Highway. But no matter where you roam in this beautiful state, Roadside History of Colorado can guide you. In this long-awaited volume, award-winning history writer Candy Moulton escorts readers through ancient pue… read more

National Geographic Road Atlas; Adventure Edition
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National Geographic's popular road atlas of all 50 U.S. states plus Canada and Mexico includes an outstanding collection of road maps plus scenic routes, historic sites, recreation information, and points of interest. This unique Adventure Edition features America's top 100 adventure destinations chosen by the editors of Adventure Magazine. Spiral bound for ease of use a… read more

Peaks, Plateaus & Canyons of The Colorado Plateau - The Story of America's Canyon Country - DVD set
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Utah, Arizona, Colorado, and New Mexico host eleven of America's greatest parklands. This untamed expanse of the southwest is still home to the Navajo, the Mormons, and the American cowboy--truly making it America's Wild West! Disc #1: Monument Valley, Bryce Canyon, Cedar Breaks, Grand Staircase, Arches, Canyonlands, Zion, Capitol Reef, Escalante River, Natural B… read more

Recommended Country Inns; Rocky Mountain Region
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From Swiss chalets to ornate mansions, you'll find only the best regional inns, and the best buys, profiled. Doris Kennedy has personally selected 257 Rocky Mountain inns for the inestimable charm, special features or beauty - more than 100 of which are new to this edition! Immerse yourself in idyllic surroundings and discern with ease the best inn for a romantic getaway, family v… read more

Scenic Byways Rocky Mountains
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National Forest Scenic Byways Rocky Mountains takes you on a personal tour of one of the most majestic mountain chains on the planet. Each of the 52 byway descriptions includes information on the best season to travel, historic sites, geology, and the endless recreation opportunities that exist along these routes. A travel map for each byway shows campgrounds, special features su… read more

Scenic Driving Colorado; 2nd Edition
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Pack up the car and enjoy thirty separate drives through the soaring mountains, broad valleys, and endless plains of Colorado. This indispensable highway companion maps out day trips that explore the Centennial State. You'll travel highways and back roads from the Rocky Mountains and Mesa Verde National Park to the Great Sand Dunes and the Santa Fe Trail. Discover the wonders of… read more

Colorado Off the Beaten Path, 9th Ed.
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Colorado has a wealth of unique things to see and do: venture 1,000 feet underground at the Country Boy Mine in Breckenridge; indulge in the pools at Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs; or attend a ski rodeo in Steamboat Springs. Discover a different side of the Rocky Mountain State. Peek into Tiny Town, a Lilliputian village of about 10 hand-crafted toy-size buildings; hone… read more

Touring Colorado Hot Springs
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This entertaining and informative book profiles 29 of the best hot springs in Colorado ranging from world-class family resorts to the hidden pools in the Rocky Mountains. Touring Colorado Hot Springs provides detailed descriptions, easy-to-read maps and firsthand information gathered by the author.… read more