The Rocky Mountains are renowned for rugged grandeur, but the rivers flowing off the peaks are just as extraordinary in their beauty, nature, and allure. Tim Palmer reveals these natural wonders with their irresistible opportunities for paddling in swift currents and hiking along scenic shores with Field Guide to Rivers of the Rocky Mountains. He guides readers across Colorado, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming in this essential and inspiring reference for residents of the Rockies and visitors alike.
Look inside to find:
Detailed descriptions of 70 rivers
Paddling difficulty and trail locations
Directions to landings and trailheads
Natural science and conservation history
200 brilliant photos by the author
Maps locating all rivers