Lonely Planet Western USA

By: Amelia Mularz, Amy C. Balfour, Margot Bigg, Anthony Ham, Sarah Etinas, Lauren Keith, Liza Prado, Helena Smith, Regis St. Louis

Published by Lonely Planet Global Limited, 2026-02

<p><b>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 Western USA.</b></p> <p> </p> <p>Discover Western USA's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime road trip along the western coastline where dizzying sea cliffs and idyllic beach towns await; to admiring the human-like saguaro cactus in the Sonoran Desert, one of the west's most enduring symbols of a harsh but beautiful landscape; and kicking back in ultra-cool San Francisco with its fabulous restaurants and bohemian nightlife.</p> <p><br> <br> <br> <br> </p> <p><b>Build a trip to remember</b><b>with Lonely Planet's</b><i><b>Western USA</b></i> travel guide:</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><b>Our classic guidebook format</b> contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning <b>multi-week trips</b></li> <li><b>All-new structure and design that's easy to use</b> so you can navigate Western USA effortlessly</li> <li><b>Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure</b> with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions</li> <li><b>Expert local recommendations</b> on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more</li> <li><b>Vibrant photography and maps</b></li> <li><b>Get fresh takes on must-visit sights</b> from Route 66 to Alcatraz</li> <li><b>Essential information toolkit containing tips</b> on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel</li> <li><b>Connect with Western USA</b><b>culture</b> through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions</li> <li><b>Covers:</b> Rocky Mountains, Southwest, California, Pacific Northwest</li> </ul> <p><br> <br> <br> <br> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the <i>heart</i> of this extraordinary part of the world with <b>Lonely Planet's</b> <i><b>Western USA.</b></i></p>