My husband has always wanted to travel cross country and I have always thought he was crazy; however, the Summer of 2020 proved to be the time to take this leap on a national parks road trip. We decided on …
If your family has never done a national parks vacation, then here are some of my recommendations for the best national parks to visit. This list is based on the national parks I have visited and explored for more than …
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The 4th grade national park pass is designed to give families the opportunity to explore and learn about the national parks in the country. The official name of the program is called Every Kid in a Park. It was started …
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Do you know someone who loves visiting the national parks on vacation or who plans road trips centered around visiting the national parks? Then, these national park gifts may provide some suggestions for unique gifts for national park lovers. Our …
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My kids love to become national park junior rangers! We started visiting the national parks and monuments when my youngest was about 4 years old, and since then, completing the junior ranger booklet and learning about the location we are …
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Who would have guessed that Georgia had a 1,000 foot gorge with a waterfall! Well, if you are road tripping through the area or live close enough to Tallulah Gorge State Park in Northeastern Georgia, you’re in luck because this …
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Mammoth Cave National Park is located in Southern Kentucky just across the border from Tennessee. It makes for a great day trip if you are visiting Nashville or a nice stop to stretch your legs on a road trip. In …
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My family visited Maine on a Northeast summer road trip and explored 11 states in 11 days. One of our favorite places was Acadia National Park in the northeastern corner of Maine. Although we were only there for a few …
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There are many kid-friendly hiking trails around the US; however, some of the greatest happen to be on the East Coast. To me, the best East Coast hikes have scenic views, something unique, and are at a maximum of six …
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While technically North Dakota only has one national park, Theodore Roosevelt, it has 4 national trails and sites that are maintained by the National Parks Service. North Dakota’s National Parks are some of the United States’ best-kept secrets due to …
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The Canadian Rockies are, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful places on Earth. If you are looking for an unforgettable summer road trip in North America with endless options for outdoor adventures, we highly recommend a Canadian Rockies …
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The national parks make for great family vacations. The best national parks for kids are those that provide adventure, unique scenery, and “not too hard” hiking trails. Our family of four visited our first national park, the Great Smoky Mountains, …
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