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Hiking Guide Blog Posts

Arizona

Best Hikes in Petrified Forest National Park for Families

Colorado

Cascade Falls in Ouray, Colorado

Finding Rita the Rock Planter in Victor, Colorado

Georgia

A Complete Guide to Hiking in Providence Canyon State Park

Maine

10 Best Easy Hikes in Acadia National Park

Montana

Grinnell Lake Trail in Glacier National Park

Many Glacier Boat and Hiking Tour in Glacier National Park

Running Eagle Falls Trail in Glacier National Park

Trail of the Cedars in Glacier National Park

North Carolina

Pinky Falls in Highlands, NC: Hidden Family Fun

South Carolina

A Guide to Visiting Issaqueena Falls and Stumphouse Tunnel

Best Hikes near Charleston, South Carolina

Best Hikes near Greenville, South Carolina, for Families

Riley Moore Falls: One of the Best Waterfalls near Westminster, SC

South Carolina Waterfall Trails Road Trip

Station Cove Falls Trail in Oconee Station State Park

Yellow Branch Falls Trail in Walhalla, South Carolina

Tennessee

Cataract Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Clingman’s Dome (Kuwohi) in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Utah

Best Hikes in Moab outside of Arches National Park

Corona Arch Hike in Moab, Utah

Delicate Arch Overlook Trail in Arches National Park

Donut Falls Hike in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Salt Lake City

Hiking Arches National Park in the Summer: A Complete Guide

Hiking the Narrows with Kids: What to Know, Do, and Take

Kayenta Trail in Arches National Park

Mill Canyon Dinosaur Tracksite and Bone Trail in Moab, Utah

Mossy Cave Trail in Bryce Canyon National Park

Sand Dune Arch and Broken Arch in Arches National Park

Virginia

Short, Kid Friendly Hikes in Shenandoah National Park

Wyoming

Artists Paint Pots Trail in Yellowstone National Park

Colter Bay Lakeshore Trail in Grand Teton National Park

Grand Prismatic Spring Overlook Trail in Yellowstone National Park

Guide to Easy Hikes in Grand Teton National Park

Guide to Easy Hikes in Yellowstone National Park

Inspiration Point and Hidden Falls in Grand Teton National Park

Menor’s Ferry in Grand Teton National Park

Mama Mimi the Troll in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Taking your kids out on a hiking trail is not only great exercise, but it is also a wonderful way to get quality time together and teach them about nature.

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.

Enter my curated collection of family friendly hiking guides!

These detailed guides help you narrow down the perfect trail near you. I’ve included trail conditions, tips for what to bring, and lots of photos so you can evaluate the trail before you pack everyone up into the car.

My family and I have hiked every one of these trails ourselves, so you know you’re getting honest, real reviews.

Search by location on the map, or choose a review from the list below.

General Hiking Tips and Guides