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Summer Fun

Get outside and enjoy the best of the season with these activities.

ferris wheel at sunset at the Josephine County Fair in Grants Pass, Oregon

Grants Pass, Oregon Summer Escape

Grants Pass, a onetime logging and mining town, is a great place to chill out on a hot summer day.
Couple takes a selfie while riding a scooter through a tropical locale

Tips for Traveling in Warm Climates

Here are a few ways to stay cool, hydrated, and rested when traveling in warm or humid locations.
A family wanders through Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale, Arizona

10 Best Places for Indoor Fun This Summer in Arizona

Fill your family's calendar with cool adventures in art, science, sports, and more.
A family hike on a trail in Grand Teton National Park.

7 Fun Things to do in the Summer with Kids

Enjoy the best of the West with these family-friendly summer activities.
A couple truck camping in Kaibab National Forest.

11 Spots to Camp Without the Crowds

Get off the beaten track and enjoy some serenity.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk at sunset

7 Spots for a Short and Sweet Summer Trip

Enjoy the sunshine—or beat the heat—with a few days away in one of these summer-fun destinations.
Fourth of July fireworks over the water in South Lake Tahoe, California

Where to Watch Fourth of July Fireworks

From Las Vegas to Anchorage, there's an Independence Day fireworks display in the sky near you.
Gentle waves crash onto Cayucos State Beach on the waterfront of Cayucos on the Central Coast of California.

6 Quaint Coastal Towns in the West

Seek ocean breezes and quiet at these laid-back spots.
A passenger boat cuts through deep blue water.

5 Safety Tips for Off-Road Vehicles and Watercraft

Stay safe while riding dirt bikes, boats, jet skis, and ATVs this summer.
Summer visitors flock to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on the Fourth of July.

Santa Cruz, California: Fun on the Boardwalk and Beyond

Oceanside fun, tasty eats, and California history converge in Santa Cruz.
A hiker stands at an overlook in Sedona, Arizona.

7 Essential Tips to Hike Safely This Summer

Prevent sunburns, dehydration, and heat illnesses while hiking.
A cup of  oce cream sits on the bar counter at Bozeman's Sweet Peaks West Main location.

Favorite Ice Cream Shops in the West

Members scream for this irresistible summer treat.
roller-coaster riders enjoying the ride at Six Flags in Vallejo, California

Plan an Awesome Theme Park Vacation

Try these tips to help keep your amusement park trip on track.
Pink sunset at Pinnacles National Park in California.

5 California National Parks Deliver Top Thrills

Hike volcanic terrain, sleep under the stars, and catch condors in flight at these California parks.
Kids jump off the dock at Flathead Lake Lodge.

7 Unexpected Destinations for Fun Family Vacations

Escape the crowds and find an adventure the whole crew will enjoy.
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