Grand Canyon 2016
Read on for our First 5 Bucket List State Park Vacations -
1. Channel Islands National Park
California
Who wouldn't love to visit a national park AND see the ocean? Maybe not as exciting for those that are near the beach or ocean and see it frequently! For us, it would be such an amazing and breathtaking experience!!
They offer boat trips, an animal sanctuary and are even known for blue whale sightings!
2. Redwood National Park
California
Trees, trees, trees! I have always wanted to see the grand trees that are present in the Redwood National Park! I know that the kids would absolutely love to see the GIANT trees! The Redwood National Park is known for having the tallest trees in the WORLD!
The end of Redwood National Park, Fern Canyon, even has a creek the kids can play in!
3. Everglades National Park
Florida
Swamps, wetlands and alligators! The kids would totally FREAK out to see a REAL life alligator! I have always wanted to take them on an airboat to explore! Not sure if I would be more excited or them!
The Everglades offers guided tours, birdwatches, air boat tours, canoes and even bike rentals and trails!
4. Zion National Park
Utah
With 15 miles of canyons, there is tons of room for the entire family to explore the red and tan colored natural wonder that Zion National Park has to offer. With as much space as Zion offers to explore, the entire family will be able to find something to love about Zion National Park!
Zion offers many many paved hikes and swimming/splashing areas for the family. To top it all off, there is a free shuttle!
5. Yosemite National Park
California/Nevada Boarder
747,000 acres of clear streams, waterfalls and cliff is just some of what Yosemite National Park has to offer visitors! This is a park that has been on my personal bucket list for years! I can't wait to explore it with the family!
Once we make it to these State Parks, we will be adding more (lets not overwhelm ourselves hahah)! Can't wait to share our experiences with you as we get to visit!!!
- Laura
