Bibliography and Suggested Reading
Information in this archive can be found in the following suggested
books. For more information, read:
HIGH COUNTRY NAMES: ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK AND INDIAN PEAKS
By Louisa Ward Arps and Elinor Eppich Kingery
A highly recommended book explains the origins of the names given to
local peaks, lakes, rivers, etc. A handy resource for local historians.
ISBN: 1-55566-133-5, Rocky Mountain Nature Association. Copyright 1977,
1994.
HIKING ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
By Kent and Donna Dannen
The most complete hiking guide for RMNP, Indian Peaks, and other nearby
areas.
ISBN: 1-564403-75-0, Globe-Pequot Press
THE ICE-AGE HISTORY OF NATIONAL PARKS IN THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS
By Scott A. Elias
A good overview of glaciers in western parks, including Rocky Mountain.
Includes several detailed chapters on scientific methods and analysis
of glacial activity.
ISBN: 1-56098-524-0, Smithsonian Institution. Copyright 1996.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK ROAD GUIDE
ROCKY MOUNTAIN SPLENDOR: A MILE BY MILE GUIDE OF ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
By Doris B. Osterwald
A very descriptive guide of the natural phenomena visible from the
Park's roads. If possible, purchase a later edition (the 1st edition
includes a few errors). Highly recommended.
ISBN: 0-931788-89-7, Global Bell Press. Copyright 1989 by Doris B. Oserwald.
