Family Vacations Directory - 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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Colorado: Aspen, The Gant - Fit Family Summer Scavenger Hunt.

Imagine gently gather two kids and two adults, sprinkle a little sunshine on a mountain-peak blue skyline, revel in the laughter as you scramble throughout town in search of fun and adventure, and end a busy day snuggled softly into a comfy bed. Fresh air, fun activities and togetherness all in one summer family vacation package. [Read More]

Colorado: Vail, The Antlers - A Summer Family Vacation Spot.

Choose a destination without “phat” activities, ignore gotta-have amenities like Internet access and MTV, throw in a cramped hotel room – and you might as well just stay home. Staff members at the family-friendly Antlers at Vail hotel are pros at connecting with teens. We’ve gathered their insiders’ tips for the hottest, guaranteed-to-please activities for active young adults traveling to Vail this summer. [Read More]

Utah: Moab, Family Vacation Ideas – Arches, Rivers and Reels of Film.

America’s West is awesome and nowhere is it more evident than in southern Utah. From canyons with sagebrush rim tops to river bottoms with sculpted rock formation the history of adventure is evident. Moab is an ideal family vacation base from which to ride a stagecoach; raft Yampa, Green or Dolores Rivers; explore Arches National Park, or take a 4-wheel drive through Canyonlands National Park. [Read More]

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

Known for crisp dry air and an abundance of snow, Montana welcomes families to winter heaven and provides oodles of snow vacation options. From ice climbing, ice fishing, ice hockey, ice sailing, ice skating, and speed skating to snowmobiling, snowshoeing, snow skiing, dog sledding, snow sledding, snow cycling and sleigh rides. Montana has the “good stuff” for a family vacation in any season. Summers bring rodeos, rock hounding, fly fishing, cattle drives, horseback adventures and living history. [Read More]

Colorado: Aspen, The Gant - Green and Family Friendly.

Set on five beautifully landscaped acres at the foot of Aspen Mountain, The Gant is a self-contained condominium resort. Located only three blocks from the heart of downtown Aspen The Gant provides guests with easy access to more than 200 shops, restaurants and clubs. Aspen ranks among the top Colorado family resorts, offering a wide variety of camps, nature programs and activities designed just for families with children. [Read More]

California: Tahoe, Family Vacation Ideas – Summer Mountain Hikes, Cool Shakespeare, and Water Sports.

Even in the summer months snow drapes the craggy Sierra Nevada Mountains framing the magical blue of Lake Tahoe. Spanning two states, California and Nevada, the lake and surrounding area provide sun-kissed days, awesome sunsets, starry nights and Nevada-style nightlife. From hiking and backpacking to mountain biking, kayaking and sailing, the choices are endless. Try horseback riding or go fly fishing; arrange a boat tour or ascend in a hot-air balloon; escape by jeep or relax at a spa, summer in the mountains at the lake is the best. [Read More]

Colorado: Vail, Destination Resorts, Golf, Gondolas and Tips from Locals.

From economy to deluxe, Destination Resorts Vail location offers several accommodation choices for families. Each of their six properties has it own personality and features all amenities from fully equipped kitchens and fireplaces, to free covered parking and awe-inspiring mountain views to ensure families a true home-away-from-home lodging experience. [Read More]

USA: Mountains West, Secret Family Vacation Places.

The geographic vastness of the American West makes pinpointing excellent family vacation spots slightly challenging. The horizons are broad and the adventure authentic. Follow the Trail of the Coeur d’Alene’s; visit the ghost town of Bannock in Montana; try fly-fishing with your kids; dig for dinosaurs in Wyoming. Variety is at you finger tips. [Read More]

USA: Mountains West, Family Reunions and Gatherings.

Thinking of a family reunion? We have a few suggestions with one thing in common; they are family friendly and ready to create the best reunion ever. Anytime and any season togethering is worth the effort, just to add to the family memories. From Idaho and Montana’s Gold Country to the hot springs of Colorado we have discovered the a few terrific reunion spots. [Read More]

USA: Celebrate Spring with the Birds.

From Montana to Florida and Delaware to South Dakota spring is a time to observe the amazing conversion of the seasons. America's First National Wildlife Refuge, tiny Pelican Island, hosts a celebration each March. The annual antics are really wild family fun to break up the monotony of daily life. [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]

Idaho: Boise, Get on the Salmon River and Go.

River rafting with kids has its benefits, no Ipods, IM or text messages get in the way of fun. And the electronic barriers aside, the quality time, river energy and natural thrills cannot be beat. Do the cool, rugged (not for sissies) Main Salmon with your favorite kid and share the thrills in an oar-rigged raft, paddle raft, or inflatable whitewater kayaks. Paddle like crazy and share the glide; this is the fun stuff better than TV. [Read More]

SnowPlaces: Snow Fun 101.

Everyone needs to enjoy more and stress less. Interview a seven-year–old and you will get the drift. The old ideas have been reinvented by the current generation. The fun factor has not been diminished. [Read More]

Advice: Ski School - Not Just for Sissies.

And I thought skiing was supposed to be the difficult part, for me getting fitted for boots and skis was far more stressful. I remember what seemed then gigantic black plastic things latched to my feet as I realized to my horror that I walking something like John Travolta in Battleship Earth. [Read More]

USA: Destination Resorts, Fun Family Winter Vacation, Skiing, Fireside Chats and a Snowman Kit.

This season imagine miles of snowy white powder high in the clouds and more fun than you can shake a ski at. Getting away with family and having fun is what winter time is all about. This season Destination Resorts locations in Aspen and Vail, Colorado as well as Lake Tahoe California welcome families to share the fun.   [Read More]

Colorado: Gunnison-Crested Butte, Kids Fly & Stay Free.

Here’s the deal if you are searching for a family ski vacation United & American Airlines are offering outstanding ski vacation deals. So if you are still dreaming about family memories made schussing down the ski slopes, laughing hysterically on the tubing hill, snowshoeing through a pine forest while the snowflakes fall slow enough to catch on your tongue or sitting by a warm fire drinking hot cocoa? Do not wait make your dream a reality. [Read More]

Colorado: Gunnison-Crested Butte, Kids & Winter Rock.

Family-friendly is the name of the game in “Colorado’s Last Great Ski Town” where kids and winter fun just seem to go hand-in-hand. If there is a snow angel to be made, a snowball to be thrown or a sledding hill to zip down at the speed of light, there is sure to be a youngster making the most of it. Take winter merriment up a notch this season and add alpine skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, dog sledding and more to the mix. [Read More]

Colorado: Denver, Family Vacation Awesome Science Field Trips.

Located on the eastern baseline of awesome Rocky Mountains, Denver is trendy, spunky and definitely family friendly. Sunshine makes the difference more than 300 days of the year making the city attractive to anyone who enjoys being outside. The city maintains the nation's largest city park system and provides more than 650 miles of paved bike pathways. It is a city for first class family field trips. On the best list: The Denver Zoo, The Downtown Aquarium, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Denver Botanic Gardens, Butterfly Pavilion & Insect Center, and the Wildlife Experience. [Read More]

USA: Mountains West, Best Corn Mazes and Fall Festivals for Families 2007.

From Colorado to Montana and Idaho to Nevada corn and fun go together. Sometimes with a pumpkin patch and sometimes haunted on weekend nights, mazes provide unique signatures as the lunar calendar ends the calendar year. Taste sweet apple butter or corncob jelly; carve a pumpkin or stuff a scarecrow; play flashlight tag or chase the kids through the corn stalks; ride on a wagon full of hay or bob for apples, the season looks promising. [Read More]

Montana: West Glacier, Flathead Whitewater with Kids.

Glacier Raft Company located at Glacier Outdoor Center is about five minutes from the western entrance to Glacier National Park. From this location on the planet they offer families whitewater at its best. From half-day junkets to high energy six-day adventures, they have created a river experience with just right amount of zing to make the kids thrilled and the adults happy. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Deer Lodge, Montana: Gold West Country Family Adventures

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

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Polaris, Montana: Montana High Country Lodge

Horses in the pasture, bottomless cookie jar inside. We are a natural choice for families. [Read More]

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Salmon River Fork, Idaho: Eco Family Adventures - Idaho

Enjoy whitewater on the Middle Fork of the Salmon. [Read More]

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Yellowstone Country, Montana: Austin-Lehman Yellowstone Family Adventure

Geysers & Grizzlies will be seen! Hike into the Yellowstone's backcountry, through the rainbow spray of a thundering waterfall and a shooting geyser. [Read More]

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Teton National Park, Wyoming: Austin-Lehman Yellowstone/Teton Family Adventure

Bull Moose to Bucking Broncos just for the fun of it. Yellowstone & Teton National Parks are a paradise for family adventure. Our expert guides create a secure and rewarding environment, full of challenge, accomplishment and fun. [Read More]

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Big Sky Country, Montana: Austin-Lehman Montana Big Sky Family Adventures

Cowboys, canyons, & campfires hiking, biking, horseback, and rafting Big Sky country. [Read More]

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Vail, Colorado: Destination Resorts Vail

Choose from six fine lodging properties spanning economy to deluxe to ensure the perfect Colorado family vacation place. [Read More]

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Aspen, Colorado: The Gant

We welcome your family to the best Aspen Mountain offers. The resort offers 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom condominiums, all of which include a wood-burning fireplace, patio or balcony, and a fully equipped kitchen. [Read More]

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Harrison, Idaho: Red Horse Mountain Guest Ranch

Giddyap! Red Horse Mountain Ranch welcomes families. [Read More]

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West Glacier , Montana: Glacier Raft Company

Raft the Flathead with your kids. [Read More]

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Glacier, Montana: Glacier Outdoor Center Cabins

Great place for a reunion. [Read More]

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Lake Tahoe, Nevada: Resort at Squaw Creek

An all-season mountain resort. [Read More]

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, Nevada: Adventure Center Family Trips Nevada and No. California

Adventure Center Family vacations with zing. [Read More]

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Helena, Montana: Wingate Inn Family Stays

Contact us and we will create a family vacation package to fit your interests. [Read More]

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Boise, Idaho: Destination Wilderness Rafting

Raft the Salmon River with your kids. [Read More]

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