Touring & Scenic Driving in Idaho

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!

Rocky Mountain Natural History; Grand Teton to Jasper

If I could own just ten books for the rest of my life, this guide to love of nonhuman neighbors would be one of them." - David James Duncan, author of The Brothers K and My Story as Told by Water. From majestic conifers to mosses and lichens, from grizzly bears to salamanders, from cutthroat trout to pine beetles, Rocky Mountain Natural History off… read more

Idaho Road and Recreation Atlas by Benchmark

Benchmark state atlases are for people who need an authoritative reference to the natural beauty, culture, and history of the American West. Nowhere else will the camper, boater, traveler, or armchair explorer find a more comprehensive guide and travel companion. At the heart of the atlases are the richly detailed Landscape Maps, compiled by… read more

Roadside Geology of Idaho

"If you like to stretch your mind, you'll like this book...Continents collide. Giant slabs of rock slide miles down slope. Huge meteorites crash to earth." - Northwest Travel From the ancient sedimentary formations in the north through the overthrust belt in the southeast, Idaho's rocks are as interesting as rocks come. The authors of Roadside Ge… read more

Idaho Atlas & Gazetteer by DeLorme

This quality state atlas of Idaho 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… read more

National Geographic Road Atlas; Adventure Edition

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.… read more

Roadside History of Idaho

"With quips and anecdotes, directions to towns and highways, this book was an adventure." - Library Research Association, Inc. The best way to enjoy Idaho's rich heritage is to visit the sites where history happened. Roadside History of Idaho makes you feel like you've got a native guide at hand as it transports you to those places through we… read more

Recommended Country Inns; Rocky Mountain Region

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 fo… read more

Scenic Byways Rocky Mountains

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 ca… read more

Traveling the Lewis and Clark Trail; 3rd Edition

The Lewis and Clark Expedition ranks among history's greatest adventures: In the early 1800s, when the vast western territory of the United States was largely unexplored, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, along with the Corps of Discovery traveled into the unknown and mapped a route across the country and back. Today, modern-day explorers can retr… read more

Scenic Driving Idaho

Clear mountain lakes, rugged peaks, towering forests, spectacular canyons, and desert plains form an inspiring backdrop for these scenic drives through land once traveled by explorers Lewis and Clark, miners during the gold rush, and the hardy pioneers on the Oregon Trail. Scenic Driving Idaho contains comprehensive route descriptions, detailed maps… read more

Idaho Off the Beaten Path; 6th Edition

Tired of the same old tourist traps? Take the road less traveled and discover the hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales other guidebooks just don’t offer. Off the Beaten Path features the things you’d want to see - if only you knew about them! From the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits, you’ll say over and over again: "… read more