The Best Spring Break Ideas For Family Vacations

Zion National Park, Utah

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While the Grand Canyon is a go-to destination for families on Spring Break, you are likely to find smaller crowds at Zion National Park in Utah. The park — with its soaring sandstone cliffs and hanging gardens — offers plenty of kid-friendly hikes that are short and easy-to-navigate, including the Pa’rus Trail and the Canyon Overlook Trail.

 

Outside the park, southern Utah's sandstone valleys have plenty more to offer families on the hunt for beautiful views. Adrenaline-seekers can try out the Above Zion Via Ferrata, a guided climb in which you'll explore the rockface while clipped onto a pre-installed metal route — approved for ages 8 to 80! This Utah spring break idea can also be an opportunity to book an unforgettable accommodation like Open Sky, a glamping resort with luxury tents that feature all the comforts of home with plenty of windows for stargazing. Under Canvas Zion is another luxury camping resort that also offers kids tents that can be set up alongside the main tent.

Hilton Head, South Carolina

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The best island in the continental U.S. just so happens to be a haven for outdoorsy children. Start your trip by renting a few bikes and exploring the island through Hilton Head’s many bike trails. Continue the adventure with a zipline ride through South Carolina’s lowcountry, followed by a pirate-themed cruise aboard a pirate ship. While you’re there, be sure to carve out time to explore the Coastal Discovery Museum, a 68-acre property full of trails that take you through beautiful live oak trees, gardens, and historic buildings. If you’re particularly fond of animals, you can also go horseback riding at the Sea Pines Resort, and spot deer, birds, and alligators at Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge.

 

With twelve miles of beaches, you will also want to leave some space for soaking up the sun. Whether you catch some rays at Coligny Beach Park or Folly Field Beach Park, you’ll find pristine sands and stunning sunsets.