As part of our road trip across South Dakota, we ventured from Custer State Park to explore Badlands National Park with kids. The 1.5-hour drive east, with a pit stop at the famous Wall Drug, brought us to this dramatic landscape of colorful rock formations, sweeping prairies, and fascinating wildlife. Although we only spent about …
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Perfect for Young Photographers We absolutely love our Camp Snap Photo camera, especially with our kids! Jamie and I are constantly documenting our travels, so it’s only natural that our kids have picked up on our love for photography too. The Camp Snap is perfect for them — it’s small, lightweight, and easy to carry …
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Our family road trip through South Dakota with kids had been packed with unforgettable destinations. After exploring the rugged beauty of Custer State Park, we decided to make a stop at Wall Drug before heading to the awe-inspiring Badlands National Park. This was no ordinary roadside stop. Wall Drug with kids is an experience in …
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Continuing Our South Dakota Road Trip: From Mount Rushmore to Custer State Park Our visit to Custer State Park with kids was a continuation of our summer South Dakota road trip, where we had already spent two days exploring iconic sites like Mount Rushmore and Rapid City. After experiencing the history and charm of those …
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Welcome to Rapid City, South Dakota! If you’re searching for free things to do in Rapid City with kids, you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up four fantastic and budget-friendly attractions that are perfect for family fun. From creative art displays to prehistoric adventures, there’s something here for everyone! We completed all 4 of …
Things to do in South Dakota with kids? You are in the right place. After our memorable visit to Mount Rushmore the night before, we were eager to explore more attractions near Rapid City, South Dakota. Bear Country USA was at the top of our list—a unique wildlife park that promised a fun and educational …
Discover the fun of visiting Mount Rushmore with kids. Our summer roadtrip through South Dakota began with an iconic stop at Mount Rushmore. Just over a 5-hour drive from Denver, it was an easy visit to plan and a perfect way to start our adventure. Jamie and I had visited Mount Rushmore over a decade …
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For many years now, our family has cherished frequent visits to the free zoo in Madison, Wisconsin: Henry Vilas Zoo. Close to my wife Jamie’s family, this remarkably free zoo has become a beloved staple of our family outings on our visits to Wisconsion. While it may be smaller than other paid zoos we’ve visited, …
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It had been over five years since I last visited Casa Bonita, and I was excited to take our kids, ages 4, 6, and 8, back to this amazing place. With all the recent renovations, we couldn’t wait to see what had changed and what was still the same. After months of waiting for tickets, …
Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Crested Butte, Colorado, is a gem for skiing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Known as “The Last Great Colorado Ski Town,” the area offers a blend of rich history and modern amenities, making it an ideal destination for a Crested Butte family vacation. The town, founded in …
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