18 Best Utah Hikes for Kids
On your next family visit to Utah, be sure to add in some excellent hikes for your kids!
Whether your family is looking for a short nature hike through a forest or a longer hike through the desert, I have plenty of recommendations from across the Beehive State.
Despite the state having some famously challenging hikes like Angel’s Landing and the Uinta Highline Trail, there are also plenty of incredible hikes that will get your kids excited about spending time in the outdoors.
Below, you’ll find my family’s favorite hikes in Utah, with details on everything from trail conditions to photos of each. I hope that this information will help you make the best decisions for your adventures with your own kids!
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Why Utah is Great for Hiking with Kids
Utah is one of the most incredible destinations for outdoor adventures in the United States!
Whether you’re planning to hike in one of the 5 national parks across the state or try out an adventure outside of them, there’s something for every family.
We love Utah for its many hiking trails, and the state remains one of our favorite places in the country to head for a camping and hiking trip.
But, choosing a trail that’s right for your kids’ ability, available time, and interests isn’t easy.
You don’t want something too easy or they’ll think hiking is boring. But you don’t want something too hard that will scare them off of hiking forever.
Thankfully, the trails in Utah have a little bit of everything: trails that are, very literally, in a river, trails that linger alongside petrified dinosaur bones, waterfall trails, trails to natural bridges, and so much more.
In the list below, you’ll get to see all of that, in addition to otherworldly views, stone arches, and caves.
And best, of all, none of these trails are more than 4 miles round trip, making them easy enough for just about anyone to tackle.
The Best Kid-Friendly Hikes in Utah
Mill Canyon Dinosaur Track and Bone Trail
Location: Moab, Utah
Trail length: approximately 1 mile in total if you do both areas
Parking: yes, gravel parking lot
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilet
This trail in Moab, Utah, is one of the most incredible trails that we’ve ever been on.
Where else can you hike inches from chunks of petrified wood, dinosaur bones, and dinosaur tracks?
If you have a kid obsessed with dinosaurs (or you were that kid obsessed with dinosaurs!), you need to make sure this hike makes it on our Moab, Utah, itinerary.
It’s located on BLM land and is free to access. There are two parking areas, which are usually empty, and vault toilets near the dinosaur tracksite area.
Read my complete guide to the Mill Canyon Dinosaur Tracksite here.
Can you tell that my children are having fun?!
Sand Dune Arch
Location: Arches National Park, Moab, Utah
Trail length: 0.3 miles
Parking: yes, paved lot with about 30 parking spots
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
This very short (just over 1/4 mile) hike is, hands-down, my kids’ favorite hike in Arches National Park, and possibly, ever.
From the parking area, you’ll squeeze through a passage in the sandstone to enter a natural sandbox.
The sand here is cool and largely protected from the elements by the steep sandstone walls along the passageway.
Because it doesn’t get much direct sun, it’s one of a handful of hikes in Arches that is great even mid-day in the summer.
There is a small arch tucked away in an alcove, which looks straight out of a fairytale.
Your kids, though will likely be rolling, tumbling, and swimming in the sand below, which is powdery soft. This is a must do when visiting Arches National Park with kids.
Broken Arch
Location: Arches National Park, Moab, Uth
Trail length: up to 2.3 miles if you do the complete loop
Parking: yes, paved lot near Sand Dune trailhead
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
The Camping Kiddos underneath Broken Arch
Broken Arch shares a trailhead with Sand Dune Arch, and you can combine the two for a fantastic easy hike.
Unlike Sand Dune Arch, the trail to Broken Arch is exposed to the desert sun, so do this either in the cooler months or in the early morning/evenings if you’re visiting in the summer.
If your kids want to hike to an arch, but you aren’t ready to tackle a longer hike like the Devil’s Garden, this is a good option.
The arch is broken and it looks like it might come down at any moment. (I promise that it won’t!)
You can do this hike as an out-and-back from the trailhead, or as a loop through the Devil’s Garden camping area.
Read my full hiking guide to the Sand Dune and Broken Arch here.
Windows Arch Primitive Loop
Location: Arches National Park, Moab, Utah
Trail length: 1.1 miles
Parking: yes, large parking area
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
My daughter on the Windows Primitive Loop Trail
In the Windows area of Arches National Park, you can walk the short distance from the parking area to North and South Windows and Turret Arch.
However, at the end of the South Window, the trail seemingly terminates…or does it?
If you’re willing to step off of the beaten path, you can continue onto the Windows Arch Primitive Loop, which sounds a lot scarier than it actually is.
Because so few people do this trail, it has a backcountry feel to it despite never being more than half a mile from the parking area!
You have to find your own way around the Windows Arches as the trail here is more of a suggestion than a hard-and-fast rule.
There’s no rock scrambling, but there’s enough variation in the landscape to keep older kids engaged.
You’ll get some incredible long range views of Arches National Park from the back of the Windows Arches, and I highly recommend trying this one out.
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Corona Arch
Location: Moab, Utah
Trail length: 3 miles out and back
Parking: yes, large gravel lot near trailhead
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
With the Camping Kiddos at Corona Arch
If you’re short on time or don’t want to pay to get into Arches National Park, head to this fantastic hike.
It’s located in Moab just a few miles from the national park, and the stone arch here is every bit as spectacular as any you’ll find inside Arches.
This 3 mile out and back trail has some great variety along the way: you cross railroad tracks, hike through a small canyon, climb a ladder and balance on slick rock.
I will note that younger kids or anyone scared of hikes will probably not enjoy the last stretch to the arch (from the ladder onward).
That being said, if you’d rather skip the worst of the heights and narrow walkways, you can still get an excellent view of Corona Arch from the base of the ladder.
Learn more about trail conditions and what to expect at every step with my hiking guide to Corona Arch.
Belly of the Dragon
Location: Mt. Carmel Junction, Utah
Trail length: 0.25 miles
Parking: yes, large gravel lot
Bathroom available onsite? no
My son inside the Belly of the Dragon
The tunnel at the core of this hike truly looks like something out of a fantasy novel, but the real explanation is far more mudane.
What started as a storm drain was slowly carved out over time by the combination of the rushing water and the soft sandstone walls.
This short hike isn’t the easiest to find as there isn’t any signage from the road, but my kids loved it so much that I’m glad I went to the trouble of locating the turn-off to the parking area.
Even the youngest hikers will enjoy exploring the wavy walls and sandy floor of this tunnel. Plus, it’s free, making it an excellent place to stop and stretch your legs between Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park.
NOTE: If you need a meal after running around at the Belly of the Dragon, stop by the Thunderbird Restaurant in nearby Mt. Carmel Junction. And save room for some pie.
Get more kid-friendly hiking guides for trails across the U.S. in our comprehensive guide with interactive map!
Moqui Sand Caves
Location: Kanab, Utah
Trail length: 1 mile out and back
Parking: yes, large gravel lot near trailhead (don’t park across the street from the caves!)
Bathroom available onsite? no
The Camping Kiddos on the trail to the Moqui Sand Caves
These caves are perched at the top of a cliff and overlook Highway 89 on the way to Kanab, Utah.
While they might look natural, they’re actually the byproduct of a sand blasting and harvesting operation more than 50 years ago.
Today, you can hike around the base of the caves and then shimmy your way up the cliff and over to the caves.
If you have very young kids, or kids who are scared of heights, you will have to make a judgment call on the narrow protrusion of sandstone that you’ll have to cross to get to the caves.
I wish there’d been a rope or something to help us feel more stable on this section of the hike, since a wrong foot placement would send us down the slick and angled rock.
Once you make your way over to the caves, you can peer out over the highway and down at the other hikers below.
Hickman Natural Bridge
Location: Capitol Reef National Park, Torrey, Utah
Trail length: 3 miles out and back
Parking: yes, small paved lot at trailhead; if it’s busy, park on the road
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
At Hickman Natural Bridge in Capitol Reef National Park
Utah’s geological features are incredible, and you can see both natural bridges and stone arches here.
While the two look similar, the difference comes from how they’re formed. Natural bridges are formed by running water, while arches are created from a combination of wind, rain and natural erosion.
Hickman Natural Bridge in Capitol Reef National Park is an excellent example of the former, and the result is a 133 foot span.
On the trail, you can walk underneath the bridge as you loop around one of the rock bases.
Overall, this trail should be manageable by most kids, but keep in mind that there is about 400 feet of elevation gain (most of it as you ascend from the parking lot). The trail is also largely exposed to the sun, so bring plenty of water and a sunshirt.
Get more family friendly suggestions in my complete guide to visiting Capitol Reef National Park with kids here.
Pa’rus Trail
Location: Zion National Park, Springdale, Utah
Trail length: 3.5 miles out and back
Parking: yes, paved parking lot near visitors center; if full, consider taking the free Springdale shuttle into the park
Bathroom available onsite? yes, flush toilets available in visitors center
The Pa’rus Trail crosses the Virgin River with the canyon walls in the background
This trail runs through the heart of Zion Canyon in Zion National Park, and it is excellent for families.
The wide, paved multi-use path starts at the visitors center near Springdale, Utah, and meanders to the intersection of Zion Park Boulevard (also known as Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway) and Zion Canyon Road.
Along the way, you’ll pass several access points for the Virgin River, where your kids can get in and splash around.
Further down the trail is the Nature Center, which is an excellent option for learning when you’re visiting Zion National Park with kids.
You will cross several bridges as the path crosses back and forth over the Virgin River. if you need a quick break, you’ll find benches that are partially covered with pergolas.
Another great way to break up the trail is to read the interpretive signs that share more information about the park’s history, geology, plants and animals.
It is also an excellent option if you’re planning to go biking in Zion National Park, which is my favorite hack for avoiding the crowds.
The Narrows
Location: Zion National Park, Springdale, Utah
Trail length: 14 miles one way if done fully
Parking: no. Cars aren’t allowed on the access road. Take the park shuttle or bike in.
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets near the Riverside Walk trailhead
The Narrows in Zion National Park is the best way to cool off when visiting in the summer.
This is another of my family’s favorite hiking experiences!
My kids were intrigued when I told them that we were going to do a hike entirely in the water, though my 8-year-old was intimidated by some of the deeper sections at first.
Once he realized that he was safe, he ended up having a great time!
The constant splashing and rocky bottom of the river does make for a challenging hike, but we managed with just hiking sandals, quick dry clothing, and hiking sticks.
If you don’t have hiking sandals or a sturdy wooden hiking stick, you can rent them at Zion Outfitters near the pedestrian entrance to the park.
When you’re hiking the Narrows with kids, go slowly and let them adjust to the watery trail on their own terms. Even in the summer, the water will be chilly, though you do adjust after hiking for a bit.
Younger kids will have to be carried in the deeper sections, which often came up to my waist and chest. You can also encourage them to swim, which should be doable if the current isn’t too strong.
Another great thing about the Narrows is that you don’t have to do the entire 14 mile trail. Just go as far as your kids stay interested and engaged in the hike, and then retrace your steps.
Read my complete guide to hiking the Narrows with kids here.
Kayenta Trail
Location: Zion National Park, Springdale, Utah
Trail length: 2 miles out and back
Parking: no. Cars aren’t allowed on the access road. Take the park shuttle or bike in.
Bathroom available onsite? yes, flush toilets available at the Grotto
Hiking the Kayenta Trail in Zion Canyon
While not as well known as The Narrows, this Zion National Park is another great choice for your family.
As you ascend from the Grotto shuttle stop to the Emerald Pools, you’ll be dazzled by incredible views of Zion Canyon and the Virgin River below.
There are steep drop offs all along this trail, which makes it a better choice for older kids. The trail is wide, though, so I never felt that we were in a precarious position.
Once you’re at the top of the trail, you can choose to visit the Upper, Lower, or Middle Emerald Pool, or all three!
The trio of pools is easily accessible from the Kayenta Trail, and I recommend visiting them all if you have the time.
My kids enjoyed looking at the little tadpoles in the pools, and I loved the incredible views from this part of the canyon!
Read my full guide to hiking the Kayenta Trail here.
Bristlecone Loop
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon City, Utah
Trail length: 1 mile
Parking: yes, paved lot near trailhead
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
At the very end of the Southern Scenic Drive in Bryce Canyon National Park, you’ll find this 1-mile loop that’s packed with scenic views and ancient bristlecone pine trees.
You’ll be able to see the Paunsaugunt Plateau distinctly from this trail, as it towers over parts of the Grand Staircase-Escalante and Vermillion Cliffs National Monuments in the distance.
It is high on my list of recommendations for when you’re visiting Bryce Canyon National Park with kids.
NOTE: Consider participating in the Hike the Hoodoos program at Bryce Canyon, which is free. You have to collect rubbings or photos of special medallions along the trails of Bryce Canyon National Park, including Bristlecone Loop Trail!
We love to gamify our hiking whenever we can, through Junior Ranger programs, the Kids in Parks Track Trails, and other programs, and the Hike the Hoodoos program is an easy add-on to any family hike.
Rim Trail
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon City, Utah
Trail length: 13 miles in total
Parking: yes, paved parking in multiple lots near access points
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets at Sunset Point, the Lodge, and Inspiration Point
Exploring different sections of the Rim Trail in between bike rides in Bryce Canyon
If you want to see the famed hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park without going down into the amphitheatre on the Navajo Loop or Queen’s Garden Trails, you can find a spot along the Rim Trail.
From this perspective, you’ll be able to look down into the fields of brightly colored stone spires.
There are multiple points of access within the Bryce Amphitheatre area of the park, so you can take the free Bryce Canyon shuttle to whichever is most convenient for your itinerary.
If you bike in Bryce Canyon, you will find bike racks near each of the access points as well.
The Rim Trail runs from Fairyland Point to Bryce Point, covering 13 total miles.
You certainly don’t need to do the entire stretch unless your kids are really motivated hikers.
There are different viewpoints along the way, but, honestly, every step offers up incredible views.
Explore along this flat, easy trail until you’re ready for your next activity, then hop on a shuttle to return to your car.
Mesa Arch
Location: Canyonlands National Park, Moab, Utah
Trail length: 1 mile loop
Parking: yes, small paved parking area at trailhead
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
The view from Mesa Arch
Canyonlands National Park might be Utah’s least visited national park, but this easy arch trail is worth adding the Island in the Sky section of the park to your Moab itinerary.
At only 1 mile round trip, this trail is easy enough even for the youngest hikers.
The incredible pay off at the end—views of the sprawling canyons below as seen through the stone arch—is spectacular even if you’ve had your fill of similar geographical features over at Arches National Park.
It’s most popular at sunrise, but you can do the hike at any time and still get those incredible views. I recommend doing this trail either very early or very late in the summer months, as it is largely exposed to the heat.
While visiting Canyonlands with kids can feel intimidating, due to the park’s massive size and more remote feel, Mesa Arch is easily accessible from the visitors center.
Follow Grand View Road past the visitors center for 6 miles into the park. The parking area and trailhead for Mesa Arch will be on your left, and it is well marked.
Mill Creek Recreation Waterfall Trail
Location: Moab, Utah
Trail length: 2 miles
Parking: yes, large gravel parking lot
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
Navigating the trickiest part of the Mill Creek Trail, which, thankfully, is also near the beginning
In the dry, arid climate of Moab, the last thing you expect to find is a waterfall.
But that’s exactly what this 2 mile trail offers up.
From the parking area, you’ll be able to see the largest of the falls, which cascades down into a swiftly moving river. This waterfall is man-made, but it doesn’t make it any less startling to see.
If your little ones want to splash around in the water, have them wait until they’re further upstream as the current is strong here.
There are multiple stream crossings on the trail before you get to the real attraction: a swimming hole with another small waterfall.
This little known gem is one of the best hikes in Moab outside of Arches, and it is less than 10 minutes from downtown Moab.
Donut Falls
Donut Falls
Location: Big Cottonwood Canyon, Salt Lake City, Utah
Trail length: up to 3.3 miles, depending on the trailhead you choose
Parking: yes, 2 parking areas. Lower parking area is larger and paved. Upper parking area is gravel.
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets at both trailheads
Located in Big Cottonwood Canyon outside of Salt Lake City, Donut Falls is a fantastic hike for families.
There are 2 parking areas, one closer to the falls and another further out, so you can choose how long you’d like the hike to be.
The upper parking area is very small and often fills up first, so keep that in mind.
Even if you do have to park in the lower area, you’ll have a beautiful trail to explore.
While the Donut Falls Trail is open year round, I think it is prettiest in the late spring and early summer when the wildflowers bloom all along the trail.
Your family will also get to hike along a fork of the Big Cottonwood Creek, and there’s a small footbridge to cross it.
As you get closer to the falls, there’s even a small rope to help you rappel down a short but steep section, and then you get to wade through the shallow (but chilly!) water to the base of the falls.
This is a must-do when you’re in Salt Lake City with your kids.
Read the complete hiking guide to Donut Falls with photos along the trail and tips on what to bring.
Mossy Cave Trail
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon City, Utah
Trail length: 0.8 miles
Parking: yes, smaller paved lot near trailhead, large gravel lot within walking distance on Highway 12
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
On the Mossy Cave Trail
Located in a pocket of Bryce Canyon National Park off of Scenic Highway 12, the Mossy Cave Trail’s most interesting feature isn’t the mossy cave.
While you will see a small cave (with moss!) at the end of this short trail, your kids will be far more interested in the waterfall halfway between the trailhead and the cave.
This waterfall is technically the water runoff from elsewhere in the Paunsaugunt Plateau, which was heavily modified for farming by the original Mormon pioneers in the mid-1800s.
Regardless, the waterfall provides crystal clear water for your kids to splash in. The water is chilly, but not so much that your kids will be deterred.
Allot plenty of time for them to explore around the waterfall and the stream below.
Here’s my complete hiking guide to the Mossy Cave Trail.
Kodachrome Basin Nature Trail
Location: Kodachrome Basin State Park, Cannonville, Utah
Trail length: 1 mile loop
Parking: yes, gravel parking area at trailhead
Bathroom available onsite? yes, vault toilets
One of the interpretive signs on the Kodachrome Basin Nature Trail
Kodachrome Basin State Park is every bit as spectacular as parts of nearby Bryce Canyon National Park, but it is much quieter.
If you’re looking for a fun, short hike with your kids without the crowds over at the national park, come to the nature trail towards the back of the park.
This easy, 1 mile loop trail has interpretive signage along the way to help your kids learn about the native plant life and geology here.
Near each sign is an example of that geological feature or plant.
Overall, this state park is one of the BEST things to do near Bryce Canyon! Be sure to try out the kids’ archery rentals and dinosaur dig near the state park visitors center.
What to Bring While Hiking in Utah
While you can hike in Utah throughout the year, the best times are in spring and fall when the weather is crisp and beautiful and you don’t have to worry about snow or heat exhaustion.
If you are visiting during the summer months, you’ll want to plan your hikes for early in the morning and in the evening when the temperatures dip to safe levels for outdoor recreation.
However, you’ll want to be prepared for the trail no matter when you’re heading out with your kids.
Here are the things we bring every time we go hiking in Utah.
Lightweight layers
In the cooler months, you’ll want to start with base layers (wool, if possible) and then layer on a thin midlayer and a jacket.
Doing so will allow you to better regulate your body temperature throughout the hike than if you were to just pile on a heavy sweater or sweatshirt.
In the warmer parts of the year, you’ll still need these lightweight layers, but they’re taking a different form.
Start with a moisture wicking tank or short sleeved t-shirt, and pair with exercise shorts, breathable leggings, or bike shorts. Top this with a long sleeved sun shirt, preferably with a hoodie.
Many trails in Utah have no tree cover, so you have to be prepared to hike the entire trail exposed to the sun and elements. Sun shirts have saved us from getting bad sunburns while we’re out exploring!
Here are my favorite inexpensive sun shirts on Amazon: men’s | women’s | children’s. We’ve used these for years and they hold up really well.
Water
Never head out on any trail without plenty of water with you, and that advice goes double for when you’re hiking in dry climates like Utah’s.
Add that dry climate to any amount of heat, and your body can lose water surprisingly quickly.
When I’m hiking with my kids, I bring a filled 2.5 liter water bladder in my day pack, and then have my kids also bring 1.5-2 liter bladders in their packs.
This is usually more than enough for the shorter hikes we like to do, but we’ve even run out of those on days that ended up being hotter than we planned for. (For example, we drank up all of our water the last time we did the Corona Arch hike, thanks to a cooler cloudy day that shifted unexpectedly into a blazing hot day.)
It’s always better to be safe than sorry, so plan ahead.
Sun protection
As I noted earlier, the sun can be tough even during the winter months in Utah.
To help you avoid getting sun burnt, which can absolutely put a damper on any outdoor vacation, you’ll want to include items like the sun shirt I mentioned above, sunscreen, and a hat.
I don’t tan well, so I skip straight from my usual pale self to being red as a lobster. Because of this, I am extra careful about keeping my skin covered while I’m hiking. I also pack things like sunscreen sticks for our faces (for easy touch-ups after we sweat) and lip balm with sunscreen. I lifeguarded for several years, and let me tell you that getting sunburnt on your mouth is the worst.
Even if you are one of those people whose skin tolerates the sun better than mine, it’s always a good idea to include items to help you protect yourself on those exposed trails.
Neck buff
On our most recent trip to Colorado and Utah, I grabbed one of these Buff CoolNet gaiters because I was tired to sweating so much.
They ended up being a cornerstone of my hot weather hiking gear, and I reach for them every time we go hiking now.
I’ve used them to help keep my neck sweat-free, to keep myself from breathing in too much dust while ATV riding near Bryce Canyon, as a headband, and, in a pinch, to pull my hair into a ponytail.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Utah isn’t the place to go hiking in flip flops or your beat-up tennis shoes.
Instead, get yourself a sturdy pair of hiking boots, trail runners, or hiking sandals.
The thick soles on these shoes will keep your feet comfortable even when hiking over rocks, uneven areas, and gravel, and the treads will provide needed grip when navigating the slick sandstone that you’ll find on many of these trails, including Moqui Sand Caves.
I swear by my Altra Timp Trail Runners, which are lightweight and sturdy. They have excellent trend on the bottom to help me keep my balance on the uneven areas of trails.
I also love my Keen Newport H2 hiking sandals, but only bring these if you’re visiting Utah in the summer. They’re great for splashing around in the rivers and streams you’ll find on many of these trails, and they dry very quickly.
Portable GPS unit
Whenever I’m hiking with kids—even on shorter trails—I always have my Garmin InReach Mini clipped to my day pack.
This portable GPS unit gives me so much peace of mind in case we get stuck or hurt on the trail.
If I got injured while we’re hiking, there’s no way that my kids could carry me out on their own.
My kids are also big enough now that I would struggle mightily getting one or both of them back to the trailhead, too.
I love knowing that help is just a button push away for all of us. The unit is very small and lightweight, and it is easy to use.
Hiking poles
Another great way to keep your balance on the trail is by packing a set of hiking poles.
They’re also great for fighting off Bigfoot, according to my kids (ha).
Either way, choose a set of poles that are lightweight. We prefer the ones that are collapsible for every day use as these pack down easily in our small Winnebago travel trailer.
I would recommend getting sturdier wooden poles if you’re planning on doing the Narrows, but you can rent these just for the day if you don’t want to commit to this style of hiking stick.
Final Thoughts on Family Hikes in Utah
The Camping Kiddos and I hiking in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City
Utah is one of my absolutely favorite places for family vacation in the United States.
There are enough incredible hikes to provide a lifetime of adventure for you and your kids, and the most difficult part is choosing which trails you’ll have time for on your visit.
Plus, the sheer diversity of landscaping from snow capped mountains to pine tree-covered plateaus to sandy deserts is incredible.
I don’t know of too many other states where you can hike among wildflowers and mountains one day, and then drive less than 4 hours to the desert to hike among hundreds of stone arches.
This variety keeps things interesting for your kids while you’re exploring the Beehive State!
Stay hydrated while you’re hiking with your kids in Utah, and wear your sun protection in order to keep the focus on fun and not sunburn.
If you do that, you’re well on your way to having the best outdoor adventure yet, and one that your kids will talk about for years to come.