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Family Fun in the Northeast States

The Northeast is home to a multitude of surprises, from the towering mountains and robust rivers of Canada to the heart-pounding roar of racecar engines in Indiana. Discover world-class museums, big cities steeped in history, serene primeval forests and some of the most pristine beaches in the world. Don’t forget a stroll along the boardwalk for authentic saltwater taffy. Stunning views, quirky roadside attractions and rugged coastlines make the Northeast region memorable.

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Explore Connecticut

Connecticut

Eastern Connecticut is Mystic Country, home to the Mystic Seaport, historic coastal lighthouses and charming seafaring villages. The Connecticut River Valley wends past the homes of Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe, Goodspeed Opera House and the Ivoryton Playhouse. Antique shops and well-tended gardens dot the streets of Litchfield Hills.

Connecticut Featured Family Parks coming soon…

Explore Delaware

Delaware

History lives among the rolling hills of Brandywine Valley. Visit three sprawling du Pont family mansion: Nemours Mansion and Gardens, Hagley Museum and Library, and Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library. The Marshall Steam Museum and Auburn Heights Preserve house the world’s largest collection of Stanley Steamer vehicles. Southward, find the Governor Ross Mansion and Plantation.

Delaware Featured Family Parks coming soon…

Explore Indiana

Indiana

Start your engines and cruise to Indianapolis, home of the Indy 500 as well as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum. Switch tracks at the French Lick Scenic Railway, and then take a slower trip as you motor over the many covered bridges and serene highways in Indiana’s countryside. Classic college towns like Bloomington—home of Indiana University—and Notre Dame’s South Bend will get you in the spirit for the big game.

Featured Family Parks

Ceraland Park
Columbus, IN

Lake Rudolph Campground & RV Resort
Santa Claus, IN

S & H Campground
Greenfield, IN

Explore Maine

Maine

The Pine Tree State is a nature lover’s paradise, with 92 miles of the Allagash River rushing through massive forests. Start your journey where the Appalachian Trail begins; enjoy moose watching, rugged hiking and inland water adventures. Quaint seafaring villages, superb lobster eateries and historical lighthouses are scattered along the Atlantic coast. Set aside a day to explore Acadia National Park, a refuge of untamed wilderness.

Featured Family Parks

Saco/Old Orchard Beach KOA
Saco, ME

Wagon Wheel RV Resort & Campground
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Wild Acres RV Resort & Campground
Old Orchard Beach, ME

Explore Massachusetts

Massachusetts

From the shores of Cape Cod to Salem, home of the infamous 17th-century Witch Trials, to the cultural cities of Cambridge and Boston, eastern Massachusetts is brimming with history and mystery. Amble along bluffs, beaches and dunes on the Atlantic Coast, and then walk historic trails in its cities. To the east, the Berkshires offer outdoor sporting events plus excellent museums, live theater and music festivals.

Featured Family Parks

Peters Pond RV Resort
Sandwich, MA

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Michigan

Michigan boasts more than 3,200 miles of shoreline along the Great Lakes, providing breathtaking sand dunes to climb and miles of pristine beaches to traverse. Hit the water for kayaking, canoeing, fishing and boating. Waterfalls abound here, and you’ll discover more lighthouses than in any other state. Compelling destinations like Mackinac Island and Holland will bring out the kid in you.

Featured Family Parks

Hidden Ridge RV Resort
Hopkins, MI

Myers Lake Campground
Byron, MI

Explore New Hampshire

New Hampshire

Behold those stunning views atop Mt. Washington Auto Road, which ascends the highest peak in New England. More exceptional scenery is found along the Kancamagus Highway. Chug down to Conway and experience the golden age of transportation along the Conway Scenic Railroad, and then head south to beautiful Hampton Beach. By the same token, Lake Winnipesaukee is a perennial vacation paradise.

Featured Family Parks

Friendly Beaver Campground
New Boston, NH

Explore New Jersey

New Jersey

Atlantic City is quintessential New Jersey, with its famous boardwalk, saltwater taffy and Steel Pier amusement park jutting over the Atlantic Ocean. Cape May and Ocean City also beckon lovers of boardwalks. Head northwest to Camden to see the Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial. Go on a hike in the Pine Barrens, and Teach kids about history and science at the Thomas Edison National Historical Park in West Orange.

Featured Family Parks

Big Timber Lake RV and Camping Resort
Cape May Court House, NJ

Driftwood RV Resort & Campground
Clermont, NJ

Lake Laurie RV Resort & Campground
Cape May, NJ

Seashore Campsites & RV Resort
Cape May, NJ

Explore New York

New York

Get back to nature in the scenic Adirondack Mountains and frolic in Lake George. Central New York state features the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the Northeast Classic Car Museum. Head south to experience hippie-infused charms in Woodstock before escaping to the Hudson Valley for rolling vales, romantic rivers and quaint towns. True to its larger-than-life reputation, New York bursts with family-friendly activities.

Featured Family Parks

Camp Chautauqua Camping Resort
Chautauqua, NY

Jellystone Park™ at Birchwood Acres
Ellenville, NY

Jellystone Park™ of Western New York
North Java, NY

Explore Ohio

Ohio

Wander Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, a stately manor house in Akron. Experience the simple life in Ohio Amish Country with backroad tours, fun shopping and an Amish musical. Dayton is the home of aviation, featuring the Wright Brothers Memorial, Wright Cycle Company, Huffman Prairie Flying Field and National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Feel the beat of the Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, then head over to Cincinnati USA!, a world-class amusement park.

Featured Family Parks

Cross Creek Camping Resort
Columbus, OH

Indian Creek RV & Camping Resort
Geneva-On-The-Lake, OH

Explore Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh was forged in the steel industry and today sports kid-friendly museums galore. Philadelphia shines as the beacon of democracy and boasts a treasure-trove of educational attractions. But the fun really starts beyond the big cities. Lancaster County will teach family members of all ages about the “plain” lifestyle of the Amish. Don’t forget Hersheypark, where visitors can enjoy fun rides and learn how chocolate is made.

Featured Family Parks

Bear Run Campground
Portersville, PA

Gettysburg Campground
Gettysburg, PA

Lake In Wood Resort
Narvon, PA

Otter Lake Camp-Resort
Stroudsburg, PA

Yogi at Shangri-La
Milton, PA

Explore Rhode Island

Rhode Island

Explore Providence with its thriving art community, well-preserved historical attractions and diverse neighborhoods. Bristol offers secluded marinas, and quaint streets along with Blithewold Mansion and Gardens, Coggeshall Farm Museum, and the Herreshoff Marine Museum/America’s Cup Hall of Fame. Newport, the city by the sea, is home to four lighthouses.

Rhode Island Featured Family Parks coming soon…

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Vermont

Hit the northern slopes of Vermont at Jay Peak Resort, Stowe Mountain Resort and Smugglers’ Notch for heart-stopping vertical drops, stunning trails and real skiing. The Lake Champlain Valley is home to ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center, Shelburne Museum, and Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Romance awaits in quaint Weston.

Vermont Featured Family Parks coming soon…