Meggie, Author at Parks Family Travel

Three pictures side by side with the post title "5 Best National Parks for Beginners" across the front. The first picture is of a small waterfall surrounded by rocks and vegetation along the Trail of the Cedars in Glacier. The middle picture is a bison in a yellow-brown field with a large pond behind it in Yellowstone. The picture on the right is of the salt deposits at Badwater Basin in Death Valley.

5 Best National Parks for Beginners + Itineraries for Each

ByMeggie January 29, 2025January 29, 2025

Discover the 5 best national parks for beginners! Enjoy stress-free travel with links to easy itineraries & must-know tips.

My husband and three kids on top of orangish-red slickrock one day in Arches National Park

One Day in Arches National Park: Best Stops for a Perfect Day

ByMeggie January 22, 2025January 22, 2025

Maximize your one day in Arches National Park with this family-friendly guide! Explore must-see trails, tips for kids, and timed-entry advice

National Parks Requiring Reservations: 2025

ByMeggie January 11, 2025January 22, 2025

Planning a trip to a national park in 2025? Don’t forget one crucial step: there are now many national parks requiring reservations. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the idea of planning months ahead, you’re not alone. I’ve been there—staring at a fully booked reservation calendar, frantically Googling alternatives, and ultimately finding myself navigating an unexpected…