The Riverside Walk is an excellent easy Zion hike with tons of epic scenery with very little effort required. Alongside the Riverside Walk, it really feels like Zion National Park is just showing off… the scenery is really incredible.
Hiking
Lower Emerald Pool Trail in Zion National Park
The Lower Emerald Pool is an easy hike in Zion National Park along a paved walking trail to a waterfall flowing into an emerald pool of water. After crossing the Virgin River on a fun half-moon bridge, the Emerald Pools trail begins to climb slowly up the side of the mountain through a well-treed patch of forest.
Hiking Angels Landing in Zion National Park Solo
Though I love traveling with kids, I’m the first to say that at times I do miss the days of traveling pre-kids. Don’t get me wrong, I love traveling with kids and wouldn’t have it any other way, but there are usually things we’d like to do that are impossible with kids. I do not often like to admit that things are “impossible” with kids, but I would not hike Angels Landing with kids.
Watchman Trail – Zion National Park
The Watchman Trail in Zion National Park is a great kid-friendly hike which offers amazing views of Zion Canyon without a tremendous amount of work.
Hiking Pa’rus Trail with Kids in Zion National Park
Those looking for easy Zion Canyon National Park hikes should look no further than the Pa’rus Trail. This flat, paved path begins at the Zion National Park Visitor Center and ends at Canyon Junction (shuttle stop #3).
Hiking Weeping Rock Trail with Kids in Zion National Park
The Weeping Rock Trail is a fun and easy Zion National Park hike. With a chance to get wet and also see beautiful wildflowers in one of Zion’s hanging gardens, this trail offers something for everyone in the family.
15 Amazing Kid-Friendly Hikes in Iceland
When we planned our three week family trip to Iceland, we knew that hiking would be a big part of our trip. We knew from our previous visit that there are some amazing kid-friendly hikes in Iceland. We were eager to revisit some of our favorite family-friendly hikes and discover new ones as we worked our way around the Ring Road.
Arnarstapi to Hellnar Hike
A visit to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland is a magical experience. In this tiny region of Iceland, the Snaefellsnes Peninsula offers everything that makes Iceland special. The Snaefellsnes Peninsula has volcanoes, lava fields, mountains, waterfalls, fjords and big waves on rocky cliffs.
One of the best ways to experience the rugged beauty of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula is to enjoy the Arnarstapi to Hellnar hike along the North Atlantic coastline. This seaside Snaefellsnes Peninsula hike is incredibly beautiful, plus it’s short and easy enough to make it a kid-friendly hike too! We enjoyed the Arnarstapi to Hellnar hike so much, it landed in the top 5 of our best things to do in Iceland with kids.
3 Days in the Snaefellsnes Peninsula with Kids
A visit to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula with kids is a magical experience. It packs a little bit of everything that makes Iceland special into a small region. The Snaefellsnes Peninsula has volcanoes, lava fields, mountains, waterfalls, fjords and big waves on rocky cliffs.
If you only have a few days in Iceland with kids, the Snaefellsnes Peninsula is a good choice as you will see it all. There are plenty of interesting, outdoor activities for kids as well.
Northgate Peaks Trail – Zion National Park
If you are looking to escape the crowds and the hot Zion Canyon National Park weather, the Northgate Peaks Trail is a perfect choice. Located in a remote area northwest of the main Zion National Park area, this easy hike is a pleasant stroll through a mature Ponderosa Pine forest. The payoff is great views of the Northgate Peaks and the Zion Canyon in the distance.