Traveling the Oregon Trail (Historic Trail Guide Series)

About this book

During the 1800s more than 300 000 Americans migrated westward on the famous Oregon Trail. Winding 2 000 miles from Independence Missouri to Oregon City Oregon this remarkable route led brave pioneers across prairies mountains and deserts to the promising lands of the western frontier. Today 150 years after the first emigrants crossed the trail in wagon trains you can relive their epic adventure with the help of Julie Fanselows book. Written for modern pioneers this scenic touring guide formerly titled The Travelers Guide to the Oregon Trail offers firsthand advice on where to go what to see and what to do along the trail. Fanselow describes every section of the trail delves into its history and directs the traveler to present-day attractions. Detailed maps and photographs complement the narrative. Eight pages of color photographs show dramatic scenery along the way. Make sure Traveling the Oregon Trail accompanies you for a thoroughly entertaining and educational trip and enjoy a historic American adventure.