Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to the American Rockies.

Discover the American Rockies’ most popular experiences and best kept secrets from scrambling up to the saddle of Cathedral Rock to watch the sunset turn Sedona red, to getting your kicks with a road trip along the original Route 66, and keeping your eyes peeled for grizzlies and wolves at Glacier National Park.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet’s American Rockies travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips

All-new structure and design that’s easy to use so you can navigate the American Rockies effortlessly

Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions

Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more

Vibrant photography and maps

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Mesa Verde National Park, Dinosaur National Monument, Craters of the Moon National Monument & Reserve, and more

Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel

Connect with Rockies culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions

Covers: Rocky Mountains-Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho. Southwest USA-Las Vegas, Nevada, Phoenix, Grand Canyon National Park, Northern Arizona, Southern Arizona, Utah, New Mexico

Create a trip that’s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet’s American Rockies.