Color Country: Touring the Colorado Plateau

The Colorado Plateau, a stunning region of the American Southwest, remains an unmatched destination for travelers worldwide. Color Country is a complete guide to the spectacular landscapes, astonishing geology, historical sites, and rugged natural beauty of this extraordinary American treasure. Color Country includes:

• Useful, concise information for 30 national and state parks, monuments, and scenic areas in Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado


• The essence of each park captured in elegant prose


• A visual feast of gorgeous, gallery-grade photography, including labeled aerial views from 35,000 feet


• Easy-to-read maps marked with camera and airplane icons to show exactly where the photographs were taken

In this groundbreaking guidebook, author and award-winning photographer Susan M. Neider delivers a remarkable balance of essentials:

• Provides a superb overview of the region and how it was formed


• Explains with clarity the highlights of each park


• Details the services, trails, features, and best times to visit


• Guides your travels with customized maps for every area


• Recommends prime vantage points with inspiring photographs


• Takes the guesswork out of planning a memorable trip

Color Country, now in an expanded third edition, is a classic, and Susan M. Neider is the definitive guide; she ushers you in and sets you free with this beautiful and knowledgeable companion for your journey.