"A marvelous compendium of information about road engineering, bridge building, and viaduct and tunnel construction that reveals the changing aesthetic of the National Park Service." -- David Schuyler, Franklin & Marshall College

The book documents thirty-one projects, explaining how roads shape visitor perceptions, highlighting key characteristics of individual park road systems, and connecting their design and construction to the broader history of American engineering and landscape architecture. More than a documentary record of historic design and construction practices, this book has practical applications for engineers, landscape architects, and cultural resource specialists in guiding design decisions, interpreting historic sites, and informing contemporary debates on preservation and environmental protection.