America’s national parks are best known for stunning beauty and outstanding adventure ― but these natural wonders also hold some of the world’s greatest mysteries. Why did an ancestral civilization abandon their stone cities in the mountains of Colorado? Flying past Mt. Rainier, did a pilot really spot nine shiny objects that spawned the UFO craze? Was a contorted crater in Utah’s dramatic Canyonlands created by a meteorite strike? Join outdoor expert and writer Mike Bezemek, MFAW ’08, as he explores baffling disappearances, unexplained phenomena, and the secret history of our national parks. Bezemek’s vivid storytelling brings each mystery to life, immersing readers in the intriguing settings and legendary characters while revealing previously untold details. Readers will also learn how to visit these mystifying sites. Featuring 35 puzzling stories, Mysteries of the National Parks takes readers to every corner of our diverse and beautiful country, from Yellowstone National Park to the Grand Canyon to Ford’s Theater National Historic Site.
About the author
Mike Bezemek is an award-winning author of books and stories with an adventurous spin. His publications include Outside, Smithsonian Magazine, Blue Ridge Outdoors, National Parks Magazine, Men’s Journal and more. Over the years, he has lived on both U.S. coasts, and in the middle, and spent several years’ time traveling the country.