Lonely Planet Southwest USA (Travel Guide) Paperback – August 26, 2025

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Southwest USA.Discover Southwest USA's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from hiking to the blue-green waters at Havasu Falls; to passing the world's most iconic cacti at Saguaro National Park; and riding a mining train into an old copper mine in Bisbee, a lovably eccentric town in southern Arizona.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Southwest USA travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Southwest USA effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Southwest USAGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Great Basin National Park, to the Extraterrestrial Highway, and Pyramid LakeEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Southwest USA culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Nevada, Arizona, Utah, New Mexico Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Southwest USA. Read more