Pocket Guide: Trees & Shrubs of North America

Compact field guide to trees & shrubs of North America — expert descriptions, National Geographic photography, and easy identification. Pocket-sized for trail use.

The National Geographic Pocket Guide to Trees & Shrubs of North America is a compact, field-ready reference covering the continent's most common and distinctive trees and shrubs. Expert descriptions paired with National Geographic's renowned photography make identification straightforward — whether you're hiking through a forest, exploring a national park, or learning the plants in your own backyard.

What's inside:

• Coverage of North America's most common and distinctive trees and shrubs
• Expert identification descriptions with key visual features highlighted
• National Geographic photography for accurate visual reference
• Organized for quick field use
• Range information for each species

Key specs:

• SKU: NGBK203
• Publisher: National Geographic
• Format: Softcover, pocket-sized
• Dimensions: 4.25" x 7.25"

Why it works:

Trees and shrubs form the backbone of every forest and trail environment, but most hikers can only identify a handful by name. This pocket guide gives you the visual references and expert descriptions needed to recognize the species you encounter — adding a new layer of understanding to every outdoor experience.

Ideal for: Hikers, backpackers, naturalists, gardeners, students, and anyone who wants to identify trees and shrubs in the field. Pairs well with the Wildflowers (NGBK202) and Mammals (NGBK206) pocket guides.