I took this photo of El Capitan while visiting Yosemite National Park
I was a lucky kid. Both my parents were teachers, so we had ample opportunity during our summers to explore the United States. We spent many great summer vacations in the Northwest, Southwest, and the Great Plains.
So, when I came across the 10 Places You Should Take Your Kids article at Active.com, it brought back many good memories of my childhood (I’ve been to the first six parks on the list).
In addition to the National Parks listed on Active.com, consider these six gems for your next family camping trip. I’ve been to them all and would return in a heartbeat.
Yosemite National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park
Crater Lake National Park
Oregon Caves National Monument – Stay at the Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park in Calif.
Olympic National Park
Mount Rushmore National Monument – Stay at Badlands National Park (It’s one of the original 10 places)
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Dear Spirited Runner: I hate to disagree with you. This is a great website and I have been to many of the national parks listed, but you are showing a picture of “El Capitan” in Yosemite national park. We went there and it is a magnificent park. Thanks, Lana
Hi Lana, you are absolutely right. Thanks for taking the time to let me know.
- SR