Best Outdoor Vacation Ideas

by Matt Butler July 1, 2016

There is something wonderful about being out in nature enjoying all of its colors, scents and textures. It is enough to give one a burst of energy. If you are planning a vacation with your family, make it an outdoor one. Rather than go to an amusement park or spend time at a magical kingdom, make your vacation even more spectacular by really enjoying the outdoors. Here are some of the best outdoor vacation ideas:

Tree House Resort. Want to do something pretty cool that will be talked about for years to come? A vacation in a tree house resort is it! Live everyone’s childhood fantasies by staying in a large, beautiful tree house. You don’t have to forgo any of the must need amenities such as a bathroom or a shower. These amazing tree house resorts have everything you need. Live with nature and enjoy all the comforts of home. One of the best tree house resorts out there is Out ‘N’ About Treehouse Resort located in Cave Junction, Oregon. Each treehouse is unique with a camp-like feel. There are tons of activities to do during the day such as horseback riding and even a zip-line course.
Sleep in a Teepee. Looking for something different? Want a little taste of the Native American culture? Then sleeping in a teepee with nature is one adventure your family won’t soon forget. A great place to do just that is Wigwam Village Inn in Kentucky. It is close by the Mammoth Cave National Park. Your family will enjoy the day exploring the park, cave tours and bike trails.
Whitewater Rafting. Is your family the adrenaline seeking type? Than this vacation is for you. The thrill of going down rapids while paddling as fast as you can is enough to satisfying any adventure seeking family. If you are looking for a bit slower pace, especially for your young ones, there is a nearby New River which flows slower in the upper sections and cuts through a 1,000 foot deep gorge. Children as young as six years old can enjoy a fun vacation like this.
Ski vacation. Enjoying the outdoors doesn’t just have to happen during those warm months out of the year. Nature is just as beautiful in those winter months – even a bit more spectacular with the snow. Enjoy the winter season with a ski vacation. Steamboat Springs, Colorado is a great place to do just that. They offer ski lessons for all skill levels and for even as young as 2 and half years old. At the Rough Rider Basin you can find a kids only terrain that also has teepees, frontier style forts and a park.
Go on a safari. While you may not be able to travel all the way to Africa there are some pretty awesome safari’s right here in the U.S. If you are looking to see a spectacular park, then a must is the San Diego Zoo. There are 300 species from six continents. You will be able to see buffalo, cranes, rhinos and cheetahs! Afterwards, visit the Village playground and if it’s a hot day stop by at the Savanna Cool Zone which has toy critters that spray water. There is really so much to do outdoors with your family!

Tree House Resort. Want to do something pretty cool that will be talked about for years to come? A vacation in a tree house resort is it! Live everyone’s childhood fantasies by staying in a large, beautiful tree house. You don’t have to forgo any of the must need amenities such as a bathroom or a shower. These amazing tree house resorts have everything you need. Live with nature and enjoy all the comforts of home. One of the best tree house resorts out there is Out ‘N’ About Treehouse Resort located in Cave Junction, Oregon. Each treehouse is unique with a camp-like feel. There are tons of activities to do during the day such as horseback riding and even a zip-line course.
Sleep in a Teepee. Looking for something different? Want a little taste of the Native American culture? Then sleeping in a teepee with nature is one adventure your family won’t soon forget. A great place to do just that is Wigwam Village Inn in Kentucky. It is close by the Mammoth Cave National Park. Your family will enjoy the day exploring the park, cave tours and bike trails.
Whitewater Rafting. Is your family the adrenaline seeking type? Than this vacation is for you. The thrill of going down rapids while paddling as fast as you can is enough to satisfying any adventure seeking family. If you are looking for a bit slower pace, especially for your young ones, there is a nearby New River which flows slower in the upper sections and cuts through a 1,000 foot deep gorge. Children as young as six years old can enjoy a fun vacation like this.
Ski vacation. Enjoying the outdoors doesn’t just have to happen during those warm months out of the year. Nature is just as beautiful in those winter months – even a bit more spectacular with the snow. Enjoy the winter season with a ski vacation. Steamboat Springs, Colorado is a great place to do just that. They offer ski lessons for all skill levels and for even as young as 2 and half years old. At the Rough Rider Basin you can find a kids only terrain that also has teepees, frontier style forts and a park.
Go on a safari. While you may not be able to travel all the way to Africa there are some pretty awesome safari’s right here in the U.S. If you are looking to see a spectacular park, then a must is the San Diego Zoo. There are 300 species from six continents. You will be able to see buffalo, cranes, rhinos and cheetahs! Afterwards, visit the Village playground and if it’s a hot day stop by at the Savanna Cool Zone which has toy critters that spray water. There is really so much to do outdoors with your family!