Along the Rim: A Guide to Grand Canyon's South Rim

by Nancy J. Loving, Michael F. Anderson, Gary Ladd (Photographer)

From Hermits Rest to Desert View, a road distance of some thirty-five miles, the heart of Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim skirts the edge of the world’s most magnificent canyon. Along the Rim is the essential viewpoint-by-viewpoint guide to the South Rim, with seams of history, geology, and natural history winding through the text. Spectacular photographs showcase the scenic grandeur and the historic structures unique to the national park. This all-new edition of the classic book includes the latest information, new viewpoints and road routes, new photographs, and much more.

Genres: Nonfiction, Geography

72 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1981

Reviews

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting but there is a heavier emphasis on Grand Canyon history than actual guide to a visit today.

[Patty Ryan]

Excellent synopsis of each point. Loved the history attached.

[Diana Rice · Rating 4 out of 5]

Greatly enhanced my appreciation of my visit to the Grand Canyon, primarily the brief history of the European occupants of the South Rim.

[Andy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great overview of places along the south rim. Good to read before a trip. Quick read.

[Julia Astakhova · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice book with awesome design, gorgeous photographs (the subject for sure adds to this) and easy content. So convenient to refresh the rememberings on trails and viewpoints and also learn something new about the history of the vicinities. The thing that really strikes is that the story of the developing of the trail system and all the infrastructure took a lot of time and effort. Probably knowing all that I will enjoy being at Grand Canyon next time even more) it's a pity though the authors didn't dig into geology of the region nor take an effort to make landmarks of the landscape more recognizable. At least I won't miss Alligator, but it would be cool to see and recognize all other peaks.

[Kareena · Rating 3 out of 5]

My souvenir from our trip to the Grand Canyon for my 25th birthday. Marked off all the places we went while there and learned a bit more from the places we visited. Nice photos and short but sweet comprehensive guide.

[Mark Lacy]

Very informative, well-organized. Good maps and excellent photography, nice mix of history. A good investment.