Top places to kayak for families in the U.S. - Kayaking is a great choice for a family vacation, because it involves teamwork, exercise, and the chance to enjoy breathtaking scenery.
Day Trip to California’s Channel Islands National Park
Kayaking and camping along the Niangua River
The Niangua River in the beautiful Ozarks of south central Missouri runs through Bennett Spring State Park, making it perfect for family camping, kayaking, and trout fishing. The Niangua River is a 125-mile-long branch of the Osage River, and in the summer, the water is refreshingly cool and clear and perfect.
National parks are some of the best outdoor adventure travel destinations, especially for families with kids and teens. Here are 21 national park family vacation ideas for 2024, plus where to stay, from top family travelers. Sled down sand dunes in Colorado, hike the Mist Trail in Yosemite, jump into alpine lakes in Glacier, experience canyoneering at Zion's door, stand toe-to-toe with giant Sequoias, and more. Which one is at the top of your list>