Explore Kid Friendly Hiking Trails
Let’s Go Hiking across the U.S.!
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
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