Where silence speaks louder than crowds, and the heat you feel is more than just the sun.Hidden Heat is a soulful journey through America's least-visited national parks-places where lava still simmers beneath ancient soil, coral reefs whisper beneath turquoise tides, and the deepest canyons cast the longest shadows. From the wind-sculpted ridges of Guadalupe Mountains to the glacier-kissed valleys of Wrangell-St. Elias, this guide takes you far from the familiar icons-and into landscapes that feel entirely your own.Written in vivid first-person narrative, each chapter immerses you in the raw essence of the land: the silence of the Black Canyon, the glow of a star-streaked night on Dry Tortugas, the stillness above Crater Lake's ancient waters. It's more than a hiking guide-it's a love letter to the overlooked wild.Perfect for slow travelers, solo adventurers, and anyone craving a quieter path, Hidden Heat blends practical tips with poetic insight, helping you plan your August journey into the heart of the wild-without the crowds, without the noise, and without losing the soul of the experience.This isn't just where the trail ends. It's where the real journey begins.