Hidden Southwest: Including Arizona, New Mexico, Southern Utah & Southwest Colorado (Hidden Southwest, 6th ed) [Paperback]

Richard Harris (Author)

Book Description

Series: Hidden Southwest, 6th ed | Publication Date: June 2002

Including Arizona, New Mexico, Southern Utah and Southwest Colorado; Let LasVegas transform its bit of desert into billion-dollar resorts-they aren't covered in this book. This guide is happy to focus on the natural attractions, authentic historical sites and outdoor activities spread all across the arid Southwest. The guide leads travellers on a journey through an amazing landscape like no other-uncovering old ghost towns, frontier missions, regional festivals, lost redrock canyons, American Indian trading posts, hiking trails and whitewater rivers. Over 65 new maps; Unique lodging including a monastery, a tepee, a 200-year-old adobe hacienda, a former bank building circa 1882, a floating mobile home, and a fire lookout tower; Wild West! 5 dude ranches, 6 ghost towns, 52 places to horseback ride, 64 places to buy Indian crafts; Camp out: 76 campgrounds, 3323 campsites, 96 parks, 185 hiking trails, 39 places to boat; Dine out- 47 Southwest cuisine and 25 authentic Mexican restaurants

Editorial Reviews

Review

If it's a general car tour of the region you're planning, make this a part of the trip: it covers everything from unusual lodging and special local dining opportunities in the Southwest to byways and outdoor adventures to be had in the region. Hidden Southwest covers the diversity of people and places that composes the vast, varied terrain of Arizona, New Mexico, Southern Utah, and Southwest Colorado. From the desert oasis of metropolitan Phoenix and the art gallery of Santa Fe to the natural wonders of the Red Rock State Park and White Sands National Monument, Hidden Southwest shows readers the path to a unique travel experience. Whether a first time visitor to the Grand Canyon, a thrill-seeking rafter in search of white water, or shopping for authentic Navajo Rugs, Hidden Southwest has the details. Hidden Southwest provides reviews of one-of-a-kind sights, hotels, restaurants and outdoor adventures overlooked by most travelers, with the particularly hidden spots clearly marked in the margin of the text. Now in its third edition, this 600 page travel guide is more comprehensive and "user friendly" than ever! -- Midwest Book Review --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Richard Harris' fascination with ancient civilizations started in the Anasazi cliff dwellings of Colorado's Mesa Verde National Park, where he guided tours during the summer while in college. When he is not climbing over mesa and browsing trading posts, he is writing travel books for publishers such as Ulysses Press and Fodor's.

Product Details

• Paperback: 680 pages
• Publisher: Ulysses Pr; 6th edition (June 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569752842
• ISBN-13: 978-1569752845
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.1 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,392,257 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hidden Southwest, January 27, 2002

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Susan Smith (St. Augustine, FL, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hidden Southwest (Paperback)

I purchased this book in order to plan a 6 week trip to New Mexico and Arizona. If you want a book that will clearly and intelligently tell you about everything in these two states, this is a good option. Unfortunately, this book isn't very helpful in prioritizing sites. For example, I'm sure every single indian pueblo is listed, but it's difficult to tell which ones are worth allocating time to. Don't get me wrong, this is an excellent book, but, if this is your first visit to the area, you will need a more opinionated book to help you sift though the many, many sightseeing options.

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Best places to stay, March 29, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Hidden Southwest (4th Edition) (Paperback)

I had earlier editions of this book and just loved them. We found the best places to stay, motels and bed and breakfasts that are really special, at a great price. I used this book for planning many trips to the Southwest, for myself and friends, and it was always a great experience. It is the best reference books on places to eat and to stay, phone numbers of attractions etc. You can find every place in the Southwest. However, I would still use another travel guide for more detailed information about e.g. national parks and monuments or specific hiking tips.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Detailed info, very good, February 14, 2007

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JT, Book fan "JT, book fan" (Decatur, GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hidden Southwest: Including Arizona, New Mexico, Southern Utah, and Southwest Colorado (Hidden Travel) (Paperback)

Very personal writing style and detailed recommendations make this a great read and a great guide. This book covers the major sights in more detail than most compact guidebooks. The maps are easier to read than most guidebooks due to higher contrast. I loved the suggested iteneraries and "hidden" travel suggestions you may not find in other guidebooks. This is a thick book, maybe a bit bulky for travel. I do recommend it. It has been a great guide to help me plan a trip.