Bicycling America's National Parks

<p>Bicycling is becoming an ever-more popular option as some national parks are closing roads to cars. This complete adventure guide to the national parks of Oregon and Washington features 58 road and mountain bike rides through the parks' most spectacular natural areas. The stunning geographical diversity of Washington and Oregon is perfectly captured by their national parks and recreation areas and the best way to explore these spectacular national treasures is to get out of your car and onto a bike. David Story has sought out routes of all levels and lengths for both road bikes and mountain bikes in this new guide. From the arid sagebrush landscape of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument to the glaciers capping Mount Rainier National Park to the volcanic legacy of Crater Lake to the temperate rain forest of Olympic National Park the national public lands of the Pacific Northwest offer stunning views invigorating air and a mix of easy to strenuous rides. These riding opportunities can only improve with time as the parks continue to restrict automobile use to better preserve and protect their natural beauty. Each of the 58 ride descriptions include a detailed map tour directions information about the trail or road surface sights along the way and the length and difficulty of the ride. In addition a trip-planning appendix for each park tells you where to stay or camp do your laundry eat buy supplies and repair or rent a bike.</p>