Family Learning Vacations

Nature & Science
A child's receptiveness to science and nature is best received by the habit of discovery. I would say that also applies to us adults! Science is a sensory experience; a way of measuring the things we see, hear, touch, and smell.

Traveling with kids while having science and nature in mind is going to be a hit with your family as it is only natural that kids are inquisitive and ask a million questions. They savor and repeat facts and, of course, test your patience and knowledge as well! Science is just in kids nature. We’ve listed just a few of the most interesting wilderness, natural phenomena, zoological, discovery, and technology travel ideas below.

Deserts and Dunes

Red Rock Canyon State Park

This canyon is located where the Mojave Desert meets the Sierra Nevada. It has amazing colorful rock formations and beautiful landscapes., and it is only about 2 hours from Los Angeles.

Bonneville Salt Flats

About 15,000 years ago this area was covered by a giant freshwater lake. All that is left is a shrunken reminder called The Great Salt Lake. Just outside of Salt Lake City.

Rocky Places

Craters of the Moon National Monument

This interesting area has evidence of volcanic eruptions from over 2000 years ago. Kids will learn about the unique ecosystem that has grown up in this unusual terrain. It is just 18 miles outside of Arco, Idaho.

The Driftless Region

Located in Northern Wisconsin, the landscape here retains mysterious looking formations that were once part of a prehistoric seabed. Famous for Three Chimneys Rock and the inverted triangle shape of Monument Rock.

Cool Waterfalls

Cavern Cascade

You can take the family walking on the paths and bridges of this amazing park in the heart of upstate New York in Watkins Glen. During your visit you have the opportunity to see 19 waterfalls within a 2 mile path.

Multnomah Falls
The Columbia River Gorge is famous for its 13 waterfalls, the longest and most famous being Multnomah. It has a 620-foot cascade of water fed from underground springs.

Peaks

Denali National Park

Located in Arkansas this is the highest peak on the continent: Mount McKinley stands 20,230 feet tall, WOW! Working sleds are part of the ranger team here and to add to the fun in the summer the park hosts sled dog training demonstrations.

Shenandoah National Park
There are breathtaking views of mountains and valleys and driving through the park is just half the fun. Most famous in the park are Luray Caverns located in the central part of the park and if you are a hiking family check out Old Rag, a mere 3,268 feet!