Sequoia National Park is one of the oldest national parks in the country. It was here (and in the surrounding areas of northern California) that John Muir wrote some of his most impassioned work. This work prompted the government to set aside parts of the country to be preserved and shared with the public. Muir wasn’t the only person to see something special here. Every … [Read more...] about 7 Must See Things in Sequoia National Park
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Planning a Mount Rainier National Park Family Vacation? Read This Now.
If you’re thinking about a Mount Rainier National Park family vacation there’s one thing you should know. This national park is not for the faint of heart. It’s remote. There are few roads. And trails can be challenging. But if you think your family is up to the challenge, there is no other national park in the lower 48 states that matches its beauty and untouched … [Read more...] about Planning a Mount Rainier National Park Family Vacation? Read This Now.
Best Yellowstone National Park Family Vacation Guide
There is no destination more magical than Yellowstone National Park for a family vacation. The park has earned its well-known and deserved reputation. It was the first officially designated National Park in the world, founded in 1872. It is home to fascinating wildlife and boasts over 10,000 geothermal features like geysers and springs. Yellowstone regularly ranks as one of … [Read more...] about Best Yellowstone National Park Family Vacation Guide
8 Most Memorable Things To Do In Yosemite With Kids
Tucked in the spectacular Sierra Nevada Mountains, Yosemite is home to inspiring scenery, including the highest waterfall in North America (Yosemite Falls) and the world's largest living organism (the giant sequoias). After exploring the area in 1868, John Muir, a passionate environmentalist, lobbied for its National Park status. Soon after, Congress officially established park … [Read more...] about 8 Most Memorable Things To Do In Yosemite With Kids
6 Must-Do’s For Your Family Trip To Alaska
A family trip to Alaska is on every outdoor family's to-do list. While less adventurous families brainstorm vacation destinations like the shady palm trees of Hawaii or the romantic streets of Paris, you're thinking about the wilder places. With more than 100 volcanoes, 3 million lakes and 24 national parks, Alaska offers family vacationers some of the world’s most … [Read more...] about 6 Must-Do’s For Your Family Trip To Alaska