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Best National Parks for Family Vacation in America

Best National Parks for Family Vacation in America

National parks are some of the best outdoor adventure travel destinations, especially for families with kids and teens. Here are 21 national park family vacation ideas for 2024, plus where to stay, from top family travelers. Sled down sand dunes in Colorado, hike the Mist Trail in Yosemite, jump into alpine lakes in Glacier, experience canyoneering at Zion's door, stand toe-to-toe with giant Sequoias, and more. Which one is at the top of your list>

Tips for Visiting Zion and Bryce Canyon in Winter

Tips for Visiting Zion and Bryce Canyon in Winter

Visit Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks in winter for quiet, beautiful views, and adventure. Tips and ideas for things to do outdoors on a winter family trip to Bryce and Zion.

Hiking in Yosemite: Mist Trail with Kids

Hiking in Yosemite: Mist Trail with Kids

Hike the Mist Trail in Yosemite with kids! A stunning experience with family in one of the best national parks. Soak in Vernal and Nevada Falls and take the John Muir trail on the way back down to the valley. Plan well, be smart, and make unforgettable memories with your family.

Discovering the Hidden Gems of Mesa Verde National Park

Discovering the Hidden Gems of Mesa Verde National Park

Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado is one of this centennial state’s four national parks that can’t be missed. While mapping out a nine day long road trip through Southwest Colorado, we quickly realized Mesa Verde National Park lay right on the way between Durango to Telluride. Here’s how to see Mesa Verde’s crown jewels in one day: two fantastically preserved Ancient Puebloan dwellings called Balcony House and Cliff Palace.

Head to East Glacier National Park for Wild Hikes and More

Head to East Glacier National Park for Wild Hikes and More

Glacier National Park, a famed crown jewel of America’s parks, spreads out far and wide in Montana. Paddleboard and take some of the best day hikes in Glacier National Park, while sleeping somewhere new nearly every night. Pssst.. check out the campervan we rented. Glacier’s east side offers more remote serenity for SUP paddling on lakes and the best wilderness hikes to see glaciers and alpine lakes. On the east side of Glacier National Park there is a good chance you will see grizzly bears, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, deer, bald or golden eagles, elk, pika, and more. Follow our itinerary and you’ll never look back.

Family Guide to Visiting Glacier National Park on the West Side

Family Guide to Visiting Glacier National Park on the West Side

Glacier National Park in NE Montana is known for its many glaciers and alpine views. With towering, jagged mountains, superb wildflowers, and rivers and lakes at pretty much every every turn, enjoy hiking, paddling, rafting, kayaking, fishing and more in America’s Alps.

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve with Kids

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve with Kids

One of the best national parks in Colorado, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is a huge hit for families seeking outdoor adventure. Here's how to go sledding on sand dunes, float down Medano Creek, find a box canyon waterfall on the Zapata Falls hike, explore pine forests, and camp under a star studded sky in the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range by the tallest dunes in North America.

Hop on This Epic California National Parks Road Trip

Hop on This Epic California National Parks Road Trip

Check out this epic two week long road trip through five California national parks & two major cities. An itinerary and budget covering Joshua Tree, Channel Islands, Los Angeles, Sequoia, Kings Canyon, Yosemite, & San Francisco.

Yosemite Valley with Kids Leads to Epic Adventures

Yosemite Valley with Kids Leads to Epic Adventures

Exploring Yosemite National Park leads you to majestic waterfalls, Half Dome, El Capitan, hikes galore, and the best camping is in the park. Here’s things to do in Yosemite with kids for five days and nights.

Cumberland Island National Seashore

Cumberland Island National Seashore

Outdoor family adventure travel to Georgia’s biggest barrier island: Cumberland Island National Seashore. Forests, natural beaches, sand dunes, wild horses, historic mansions and more. Unraveling tales of man and nature over hundreds of years. Camp overnight to explore more of 9,800 acres of wilderness.

How to get a FREE National Park Pass in the USA

How to get a FREE National Park Pass in the USA

Every Kid in a Park helps fourth graders get their families into U.S. national parks for free this entire school year. Find your park and get out there! Plus, learn how to easily get your free park pass if you are in the military, for a low price if you are a senior citizen, and more.

Guided canyoneering with kids near Zion National Park

Guided canyoneering with kids near Zion National Park

Have you ever wanted to go canyoneering? Rappel through slot canyons on this awesome guided family adventure when you explore Zion National Park.

Day trip to Joshua Tree National Park

Day trip to Joshua Tree National Park

Day trip to Joshua Tree National Park with kids. Drive through and stop to explore: climb jumbo rocks, hide out in Hidden Valley, and star-gaze at the local observatory with your family in this gorgeous desert park.

Day Trip to California’s Channel Islands National Park

Day Trip to California’s Channel Islands National Park

How to plan a day exploring Channel Islands National Park.  Hop on the Island Packers boat to Santa Cruz for hiking, kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, scuba, plus flora and fauna only found on this island!

Yosemite Camping Tips

Yosemite Camping Tips

How to get a walk-in tent camp site in Yosemite National Park. The only first-come, first-serve campground in the valley is Camp 4.  Popular among rock climbers and families alike, make this your camping destination of choice when headed to California parks.

General Sherman - the superhero of Sequoia National Park

General Sherman - the superhero of Sequoia National Park

Meet General Sherman and hike the easy Congress Trail in Sequoia National Park. Get lost among the giant Sequoia Redwoods. Fall in love with these tall, hearty trees as they take you in.