Visiting the National Parks with Kids

Located just an hour from Chicago, Indiana Dunes National Park has 15,000 acres waiting to be explored. With 15 miles of shoreline hugging Lake Michigan, beachcombers flock for some fun …

There are so many fun things to do in Williamsburg with kids! Step back in time to the 18th century at Colonial Williamsburg. Then visit Jamestown Settlement to experience a …

Tucked up in the Pacific Northwest, there are several scenic Oregon national parks worth visiting, and they are surprisingly diverse in their offerings. Here are five great spots to visit.

When families think of great destinations to view fall foliage, California is not typically the first state that comes to mind. Lucky for us west coasters, there are still plenty of great places to experience autumn’s splendor without hopping a plane and battling the “leafer” crowds.

If you are looking for a summer national park experience that is crowd free, head to Great Basin. Just 90,000 people visit Great Basin each year (Yellowstone receives 3 million …

Have you ever wanted to visit a national park with kids? How do you choose which national park to visit? There are 63 national parks in the U.S. -and that’s …

It’s hard not fall in love with water rushing over a cliffs edge into a sparkling pool below. Waterfalls have always been a favorite destination of families, and anyone who has stared up at H2O in free fall or watched a river suddenly take a drop into a canyon hundreds of feet below can understand why; they are just plain gorgeous. Trekaroo families have shared so many of their waterfall secrets and each one is worth a visit, but here, in no particular order, are ten of our favorites:

Thanks to social media and the events (cough, cough Covid…) of the past couple years, our national parks have become more popular than ever. The end result- several national parks require reservations in …

One of the most epic family vacations in America is taking a Southwest national parks road trip. This region of the country is a great place to enjoy the outdoors …

I love the diversity of our National Parks. Some parks draw visitors because of their exquisite natural beauty. Mesa Verde National Park’s draws aren’t towering waterfalls or prime wildlife viewing, but …

California is home to its fair share of famous national parks. Relatively few know about Pinnacles, which is a shame because there are lots of great things to do in …

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the United States. As you can imagine, there are lots of amazing things to do in the Great …

National park vacations make for some of the best family vacations, but what are the best national parks for hiking? Our national parks are great places to bond, be active, …

Did you know that five million people visit the Grand Canyon every year but only 10% of those visitors come to the North Rim? Many may assume that if you …

Yosemite National Park is 1,169 square miles in size and while most visitors are cramming the Valley during the summer months, there are still many opportunities to enjoy Yosemite without the crowds; you just have to know both when to go and where to go.

The Bay Area may be known for its big cities and sweeping mega bridges, but did you know there are also 11 great National Park near San Francisco? These Bay …

I’ve visited Yosemite National Park every summer since I was a kid, so friends often ask me what one thing you absolutely must do while you’re there. The answer is easy: Take a hike! I don’t think there’s a better way to explore the park than on foot. Hikes offer free entertainment for kids and pack in plenty of opportunities to slow down and enjoy the great outdoors. The good news is there are plenty of trails to choose from in Yosemite but the trick is deciding which is best for your family. Here are some of my favorite hikes to take with my own two boys, ages five and two.

We’re exploring the best things to do in Death Valley with your entire family. From hiking, to stargazing, to sledding down sand dunes, your kids will love here.