Many US National Parks offer a fantastic vacation destination for families. Whatever the age of your children, from toddlers to teens, the US National Parks offer a host of outdoor activities and plenty to entertain. But are you wondering which are the most family-friendly National Parks in the US for summer holidays? There are more than 60 National Parks in the US, so let us guide you to the 12 that will best suit families (in no particular order because every family is different).
One of the world’s most famous national parks, the Grand Canyon has to be seen to be believed. Whatever your age, the sheer enormity of the landscape is breath-taking. The canyon is a mile deep and some 277 miles long.
There are hikes to view the canyon and many leave the parking lots. For example, the South Rim Trail between the South Kaibab Trailhead and Hermits Rest gives superb canyon views. Usefully, if kids get tired, there is a free shuttle bus that stops along the trail.
Another idea is Bright Angel Trail, which it’s recommended you head to early in the day. For a gentle stroll and a lovely picnic spot, Shoshone Point is a good shout. You can also rent bikes and cycle along the South Rim.
Or how about taking a boat trip on the Colorado River? They are water based activities from white-water adventures to peaceful rafting trips. There is a wonder world of fabulous nature in and so much to amaze both adults and children. Joshua trees a fabulously twisty and spiky, while the huge piles of.
