Fun For Kids
The Grand Canyon National Park is the supernova of family summer vacations. Activities abound in this Arizona wonder. For adults it is amazing, but for kids it is the most mind-blowing trip they may ever experience. Just the look on their faces is truly priceless. In fact, most kids come back with more souvenirs than most parents care to carry.
If you are seeking family vacations ideas for the summer, look no further than the Arizona national park, the Grand Canyon. Kids will especially enjoy the many activities, the vastness, the interesting rock structures and the many opportunities to play hide and seek amongst the caves and hoodoos.
One of the United States' most famous parents, President Theodore Roosevelt was quoted as saying it was one of America's greatest sites. In fact, as any discerning kid will tell you, a quick peak over the railings to the canyon floor below is nothing short of awesome.
The best time to take the kids is during the fall or spring when the temperatures have settled down a lot. Most families will opt for the tours, but if you are confident enough, hiking the shorter southern and western trails are a must. Other favorites include a mule ride to the mysterious Phantom Ranch, dinner in the local lodge by a fireplace built from the same sandstone that makes up the canyon, and going on geological and historical excursions with a local forest ranger. However, do not forget a whitewater rafting ride down the canyon's section of the Colorado River. In fact, even if you are planning just a day trip, entrance fees are specially designed for families, just a mere $20.
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