Exploring Canyonlands and Arches National Parks by Bill Schneider. This guide book covers 63 hikes, both simple and advanced, in Arches and Canyonlands.

"Utah's National Parks" by Ron Adkison. Detailed travel guide for all 5 of Utah's National Parks. Excellent information about exploring Courthouse Wash, Eagle Park and other remote areas in Arches NP.

"Hiking the Southwest's Canyon Country" by Sandra Hinchman. Hiking guide to the four corners region. Includes Arches NP.

"The Colorado Plateau : A Complete Gude to the National Parks and Monuments of Southern Utah, Northern Arizona, Western Colorado, and Northwestern New Mexico" by John A. Murray. Travel guide to the 28 parks of the Colorado Plateau.

"Utah Handbook" by Bill Weir and W. C. McRae. A great reference for the entire state of Utah. Covers both rural and metropolitan attractions. Includes many trips that are off the beaten path