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Curecanti National Recreation Area
Guide Books
 
Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Black Canyon of the Gunnison
Rose Houk
A general guide with color photography about the "great gorge" on Colorado's western slope. 15p.
Order # B1008 ........ $2.95

 
Curecanti National Recreation Area

Curecanti National Recreation Area
Rose Houk. A general guide to the recreation area. Color photography by Michael Collier. 16 pages.
Order # C1600 ........ $1.00

 

 
Story Behind the Scenery
Black Canyon & Curecanti: Story Behind the Scenery
Paul Zaenger. Explore the geology, history and nature of Black Canyon and Curecanti in text and plenty of color photographs. 48 pages.
Order # B1182 ....... $9.95
 
The Black Canyon Video

The Black Canyon Video
Great Divide Pictures. Chronicles the story of one of the most stunning gorges in the world. VHS, PAL (European) or DVD format.
Order # B6660 (VHS)........ $19.95
Order # B6662 (DVD)........ $21.95

 

 
Black Canyon of the Gunnison Explorer's Guide

Black Canyon of the Gunnison Explorer's Guide
Steve Lyons. This guide offers tips and directions for trails and backcountry areas in the national park, Curecanti National Recreation Area and the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area. 258 pages.
Order # B2461 ........ $18.95

 

 
The Essential Guide to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

The Essential Guide to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
John Jenkins. This comprehensive guide shares many aspects of the canyon from geologic secrets to historic heroism. 240 pages.
Order # B9690 ........ $19.95

 
South Rim Driving Tour Guide

South Rim Driving Tour Guide
Troy Scott Parker. Guide to the geology and natural history discovered along the South Rim Drive. Includes black and white photography by David Halpern. 16 pages.
Order # B0409 ........ $1.00

 
Black Canyon Rock Climbs

Black Canyon Rock Climbs
Robbie Williams. Dozens of climbing routes are described and charted in this guide to the big walls of the canyon. 225 pages.
Order # B2458 ........ $28.00

 

 
Rock Climbing Colorado

Rock Climbing Colorado
Stewart M. Green. This is the only guide that covers all the major climbing areas in the state with routes ranging from 5.0 to 5.14. Includes big cliffs and faces of Rocky Mountain National Park and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, as well as smaller crags and outcrops of Pikes Peak, Boulder, Rifle, Shelf Road, Elevenmile Canyon and more. 470 pages.
Order # R2499 ........ $25.00

 
Leather Parks Atlas

Leather Parks Atlas
This handy pocket size atlas lists all the national parks and nearby attractions including national moniuments, points of interest and historic shrines. Leather cover imprinted with Black Canyon National Park logo. 317 pages.
Order # A2568 ........ $35.00

 
Trails Illustrated Map

National Geographic/Trails Illustrated Map #245: Black Canyon of the Gunnison
Waterproof and tearproof topographic map of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area.
Order # B3402 ....... $11.95

 
The Black Canyon of the Gunnison: In Depth

Black Canyon of the Gunnison In Depth
Wallace R. Hansen. The geologic story to one of the most unique canyons in North America. Contains maps, helpful diagrams and color photographs. 58 pages.
Order # B0165 ........ $2.95

 
A Kid's Guide to Exploring Black Canyon of the Gunnison

A Kid's Guide to Exploring Black Canyon of the Gunnison
Renee Skelton. From rocks to critters to rivers, this delightful guide gets kids started on learning about the canyon. Ages 6-12. 16 pages.
Order # B0412 ........ $3.95

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Did You Know?
A wide range of mammals can be found within Curecanti, including mule deer, mountain lion, black bear, coyote, prairie dogs, bighorn sheep, elk and even an occasional moose.

Last Updated: November 13, 2008 at 13:11 EST