Family Vacations Directory - U.S. - Mountains West

USAMountainsWestFamily vacation spots: Montana’s Gold West Country, Phillipsburg, Denver, Colorado Springs, Vail, Aspen, Helena, Bozeman, Cheyenne, Cody, Boise, Salt Lake City, Carson City, Las Vegas, Rocky Mountains National Park, Yellowstone, and Glacier National Park. Family vacation activities: camping, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, horseback riding, wrangling, whitewater rafting, swimming, fishing, ranch stays, dinosaur digs, pow-wows, bison watching, skiing, skating, snow-boarding, snowmobiling, living history, art museums, theatre under the stars, music festivals, spas, shopping, baseball, rodeos, and hot springs. (Image provided by Destination Resorts, Colorado.)

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ARTICLES
USA: Family Camps – Why Should Kids Have All the Fun?

Family camp is similar to summer camps for kids but for the whole family gets in on the fun. The lodgings are basic, meals and many activities are included and the experience is easy on the family vacation budget. [Read More]

Tours: Austin Lehman Family Vacation Adventures – Stress Free, Fun, and “Green”.

Anyone blessed with energetic, half-crazed children knows that family vacations can be exhausting and stressful. Vacations should be worthwhile, restful, and natural bonding experiences. And in a perfect world family vacations should be earth friendly, sort of green yet fun. [Read More]

Tours: Best of Montana - A Family Adventure with Biking, Hiking, Horseback Riding, and Whitewater Rafting.

They call it “Big Sky Country.” And just one day of hiking in the mountains gave us proof that this was no misnomer. A couple of days of our Austin-Lehman Adventure taken last summer were spent in Montana’s Paradise Valley, and again this was proof that Montanans choose their names wisely. [Read More]

USA: Program Pairs Bike Rentals with Rail-Trails across United States.

Two fundamentals of recreation have come together as nationwide bike rental network RentaBikeNow.com joins forces with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC), which drives the conversion of former railroad lines into recreational paths. [Read More]

Utah: Park City, Gearing Up for Family Winter Fun This Ski Season.

Park City offers families value for their winter vacation this season with accommodation deals and a variety of thrills on and off the slopes to make for a memorable bonding experience for the entire family. [Read More]

California/Nevada: North Lake Tahoe, Wacky Winter Fun for Friends at the SnowFest 2010.

The wacky and wildest strut their stuff at North Lake Tahoe’s annual SnowFest, a 10-day winter carnival and one of the region’s most popular family celebrations. The event, scheduled for March 5-14, 2010 will again offer off-the-wall special events geared for all ages. [Read More]

Nevada: Reno, Rafting at the Truckee River Whitewater Park.

Whitewater is a perennial favorite summertime activity in Reno. Although "Park” is a rather misleading name because it is still the natural river, but the concrete barriers were removed, specially designed “drop pools” were constructed out of rocks and natural materials and the two channels of the river now run around an island, Wingfield Park, that boasts an outdoor amphitheater and park setting. [Read More]

Nevada: Four Seasons of Family Friendly Vacation Ideas.

Nevada offers a cornucopia of family fun, year-round, both indoors and outdoors. In all four seasons there are great places to explore and adventures to discover. [Read More]

Utah: Moab, Navigating the Green River in Rafts, Duckies, and with Kids.

It is not easy to stay in touch with active grandkids. Their schedules are as hectic as those of adults. It seems that each week brings one more way for children to pretend to do something that is like "real life". I have visited almost-to-scale models and waited bench-side near thrill rides. No more! My advice to parents and grandparents, get real. [Read More]

USA: Mountains West - Spring Break Family Vacation Ideas - Skiing, Tubing, and Waterpark Fun.

Quick, easy and fun that’s the idea. From Montana and Colorado to Utah and Wyoming we have ideas to cure spring fever. Need to find a cozy cabin in the woods or want to enjoy the crunch of snow underfoot? Want the excitement of splashing the kids at a state-of-the-art water park or soaking in hot springs? The good stuff awaits – take a break. [Read More]

Montana: Gold Country West, Winter Family Vacation Ideas – Snowkiting, Sled Dog Races, and Snowmobiling.

The bonus of a Montana winter vacation is yards and yards of fresh white stuff, marked only by an occasional rabbit trail. From ice skating, snowkiting and snow shoeing to cowboy dreaming, hot springs, and the amazing Race to the Sky having fun is easy. You will find no waiting lines, plenty of affordable activities. [Read More]

USA: Family Vacation Fun – Rent Bikes in 144 Cities Across North America.

For active families RentBikesNow.com is a great resource to compliment a family vacation. If you have no intention to travel with your own bikes yet enjoy bike riding with your children then they can make it happen. [Read More]

Tours: Eco Family Adventures, Pure Family Fun - River Rafting, Sailing, and Hiking in the Rain Forest.

Raft the Middle Salmon in Idaho; hike through a Costa Rican cloud forest; sail the Agean Sea along the coast of Turkey or cruise among the Galapagos Islands, the choices are perfect for an earth-friendly family adventure. [Read More]

Colorado: Gunnison-Crested Butte, Checkout Family Excursions/Deals on the Slopes & Beyond.

From sleigh rides, dog sledding, and shopping to skiing and boarding it is easy to find something fun to do. It’s ideal for making family memories with an 1880s-era backdrop rich with history, charm and friendliness. [Read More]

Montana: Gold West Country, Family Vacation Ideas - Ghost Towns, Gemstones and Cowboy Stories.

Known for crisp dry air and awesome filled nights, Montana's Gold Country in the summer is too cool. Located between Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park, the area is dotted with ghost towns, acres of wilderness, trout-filled rivers, mysterious caverns and cowboy culture. Ride horseback; dig for gems; hike a ridge line; discover a ghost town; hook a trout attend the theatre; experience living history – vacation Gold Country style. [Read More]

Colorado: Steamboat Springs, Family Vacation Ideas - Skiing, Sleigh Rides, and Snow Shoeing.

Known by many as “Ski Town USA,” community maintains old-fashioned charm and conveys a friendly welcoming atmosphere. More than 40 Olympians call Steamboat home and smile at the mention of Howelsen Hill, their in-town ski hill. Steamboat Ski area is the second largest ski area in Colorado and receives more than 300 inches of snow on average. [Read More]

World: Green Spots, Earth Friendly, Family Friendly Vacations.

Our list of earth friendly family vacation ideas includes the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Galapagos, Montana and Peru. Each resort or tour offers unique services and experiences ideal for sharing with your children. Experience a connection with nature; engage in local customs; walk in the rain forest; hike to a geyser; swim with sea turtles; float down a river. [Read More]

California/Nevada: Lake Tahoe and Reno, Family Vacation Ideas – Fishing, Sailing, and the Comstock Silver Lode.

Reno, Carson City as well as both North and South Lake Tahoe provide families on vacation with days packed with summer recreation, and nights featuring cowboy stories and awesome Shakespeare under the starts. With miles of trails to ride and hike plus kayaking, canoeing, sailing, fishing, and golf at more than 50 spots in the area – it’s all about fun outside. [Read More]

USA: Cross-Country Skiing the Ultimate Field Trip for Healthy Family Fun.

Who doesn't want to do something that's easy, fun and affordable? Cross-country skiing vacations are becoming more popular because they are easy, fun, affordable, and dare I say healthy for everyone. The adrenaline rush from a morning on the trails with your kids will yield more than a calorie burn burn. Winter feels good! [Read More]

Montana: Vacation Value File.

The family vacation in the Big Sky Country is a journey for the senses. Sweatshirt mornings and nights blanketed with stars provide the best fuel for vacation memories. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Salmon River Fork, Idaho: Idaho: Middle Fork Salmon River

Get away from it all and raft with your kids – wilderness, whitewater, campfires, and fun. [Read More]

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Beaver Creek , Colorado: The Charter at Beaver Creek - Wintertime family fun.

Village-to-Village skiing and boarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice skating. [Read More]

Wintertime family fun

Park City, Utah: The Canyons Resort

Save $500+ with The Canyons Resort’s Winter Playland Package [Read More]

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Park City, Utah: Deer Valley Resort

Exceptional Family Value Package, Save 25%. [Read More]

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Park City, Utah: Park City Mountain Resort’s

Park City Mountain Resort’s Family Fun 4-night Package, $159.00 per adult per night. [Read More]

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado: Highmark Steamboat Springs

Our mountain and ski resort has an unforgettable family vacation trip waiting for you. [Read More]

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Deer Lodge, Montana: Gold West Country Family Adventures

Lively western spirit can be found here. [Read More]

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Fairmont, Montana: Fairmont Resort & Spa

Ski, Stay, Slide Package. Ski all day on the slopes at Discovery Basin and soak in the hot springs pools under the stars or snowflakes at night. [Read More]

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Beaver Creek, Colorado: The Charter at Beaver Creek - Summertime family fun.

A playground for biking, hiking, fly-fishing, hot air ballooning, rafting, and golfing on one of many championship golf courses. [Read More]

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Hot Springs, Montana: Fairmont's Winter Family Fun Package

One Night Family Fun Package Get soaked with the kids. [Read More]

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Las Vegas, Nevada: Silverton Casino Lodge

Stay with us and your kids can visit our 117,000 gallon aquarium that earned Silverton the distinction of “Best Free Attraction” in Las Vegas every day! [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, Nevada: Resort at Squaw Creek

Bonus points: Take advantage of our "Year Round Offer" - pay for five nights and receive one free! [Read More]

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Las Vegas, Nevada: Desert Rose Resort

Go green & save up to 10% on your family vacation. [Read More]

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Las Vegas, Nevada: Desert Rose Resort

Family Friendly Summer Special!Go Green & Save. [Read More]

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado: Steamboat Springs

Ski Free in April. [Read More]

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