Get set for an unforgettable adventure in breathtaking Alaska! In Kenai Fjords National Park, kids can hike right up to the face of Exit Glacier. A leisurely float trip on the Kenai River offers the chance to spot moose, eagles and Dall sheep, and a hike along the Russian River to a dramatic waterfall affords the opportunity to watch salmon swimming upstream. For us, participating in the Iditarod race may be out of the question, but a thrilling spin through the forest on comfortable wheeled dog sleds is an exhilarating alternative.

For a geology lesson come to life, nothing beats an adventure in this stunning trio of National Parks. Gaze in awe at the sheer physical presence of the Grand Canyon—and explore it in-depth on a hike or mule ride. Find out which type of rock formation has made Bryce Canyon famous as you hike through a natural "maze" on the canyon floor. After venturing into the Virgin River on one of Zion's most famous hikes, kids learn the basics of canyoneering with experienced guides.

If your family loves the outdoors, an active adventure in western Canada's premier national parks promises to be a super cool experience. Pedal and hike family-friendly routes amid stunning scenery of mighty peaks, vast icefields and turquoise lakes. Look for marmots, deer, beavers and coyotes with our Trip Leaders, who are certified Mountain Parks Heritage Interpreters and know this region intimately. Go rock climbing with an expert guide and put on crampons so you can walk on—and see—a glacier up close. And have a splashing good time rafting on the Athabasca or Kicking Horse Rivers.

Offering astonishing alpine scenery that just won't quit, this active adventure in Montana's Glacier National Park is sure to be ranked a winner by your entire crew. Pedal to Lake McDonald, where stunning views await. Venture into the heart of the park on spectacular Going-to-the-Sun Road. Grownups pedal to Waterton Lakes National Park while the younger enjoys a horseback ride and cookout. If you're feeling brave, go for a chilly swim in Two Medicine Lake. Then raft down the Middle Fork of the Flathead River with expert guides. Yeeeehaw!

Why not make Maine your Backroads vacation destination? You and your kids will have a blast biking through the peaceful countryside and past rugged coastline, hiking on wooded trails and kayaking on pristine Lake Megunticook, looking for bald eagles and ospreys. The younger crowd can check out a lobster museum, get their hands wet at Mount Desert Oceanarium's touch tank and enjoy a thrilling rock-climbing excursion with expert guides.

You'll have a whale of a good time on our action-packed multisport trip in Washington's San Juan Islands. Highlights for the whole family include a kayak trip through peaceful inlets inhabited by harbor seals, otters and bald eagles, a tide pool exploration at False Bay, a wildlife-watching cruise with a local naturalist, an ice cream outing and a kids-only pizza feast, and a visit to the Whale Museum to learn about the orcas that frequent the local waters. Bike and hike the beautiful San Juans and enjoy the islands' relaxed summer vibe.

This family adventure features fun activities galore! Kids will love seeing the burping mud pots at Biscuit Basin and legendary Old Faithful geyser. They can hike to the enormous Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to view osprey or "fish eagles" at their rock pinnacle nesting sites. They'll glide on tranquil Yellowstone Lake in sturdy kayaks and get wet on a white-water rafting on the Snake River. Two national parks. Wild scenery. Wild life. Wild activities. Wild fun!

You don't have to travel clear across the world to immerse your family in one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes on the planet. Join us in incredible Yosemite, where finding your next adventure is easy! Meet up in San Francisco, then forge into the park, where horseback riding, a historic train ride, kid-friendly rock climbing, a walk amid giant sequoias and Junior Ranger programs are just some of the fun-filled diversions.