Five Favorite State and National Parks for Family Vacations with Teens and Tweens

     With school getting out and summer coming in, many families with teens and tweens will be thinking about hiking, camping and getting into the great outdoors.  State and National Parks offer access to a wide array of natural wonders and family adventures.   If you are looking for ideas consider some of our favorites from across the country including: Custer State Park in South Dakota      Stay at one of the park’s lodges, drive the wildlife loop to see the buffalo herd, big horn sheep, antelope, begging burros and more.  Don’t forget to visit Sylvan Lake.  Take a mile long stroll around the lake or follow the trail for a thrilling day hike to 7,244 ft. Harney Peak.  Its a great hike for teens and tweens.  Side trips to Jewel Cave [...]

 
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South Dakota Fairs and Rodeos Entertain Teens and Tweens

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Wildlife of South Dakota's Custer State Park

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Hiking in Custer State Park, SD

Teens and tweens enjoy a day hiking at Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Arriving at the top of 7,244 foot Harney Peak is a real accomplishment!

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