With the leaves bursting into beautiful reds, oranges, yellows, and golds, fall is one of the most beautiful times to live in and visit the DC area. And one great way to view fall foliage is to pull on your hiking shoes and hit the trails. To help you do just that, we've created a list of fall hikes near Washington, DC that offer some of the best views of fall foliage in the DC area.

All of these fall hikes near Washington, DC are free unless otherwise noted, and many of them are paved and stroller friendly so  you can bring your little ones along. And if you just can't get enough of the colorful foliage, you can also take a leaf-peeping train ride or day trip to get your fill.

Here are 12 gorgeous fall hikes near Washington, DC to view fall foliage. Happy trails!

Cooler weather in Orlando is the perfect time to get outdoors, and miniature golf is a fun, easy outdoor activity the whole family can enjoy. We’ve rounded up a list of Orlando mini golf courses and around Central Florida sure to entertain kids of all ages!

Another great side of miniature golf is that many of these attractions host birthday parties and other group events. Visiting Orlando on an epic family vacay? No trip is complete without a game of mini golf and getting the best souvenirs—those tiny pencils and bragging rights for a hole in one. 

Read on to find out where to play mini golf with the kids in Orlando, and spend a day (or evening) on the green. For more outdoor family fun, why not take a family boat trip, visit a drive-thru safari, or check out a new playground?

When the weather is mild, it's easy to explore cities north of Boston with walkable downtowns, plenty of activities, and waterfront vistas. For Boston families looking to fill a day enjoying the salty air, the North Shore has a lot to offer. Although summer is over, is the sea still calling? A low-cost destination, walkable towns are particularly attractive for spending a crisp autumn afternoon or a spring day. So take out that baby stroller, grab a few snacks for the kids and some bottled water, and head to one of these historic downtowns. These coastal communities on the North Shore are great to visit on a Saturday or Sunday.

For more adventures with kids, see our lists of fun New England fall day trips, best fall activities in Boston, and great hikes near Boston.  

Legoland New York delivers Orlando-sized theme park fun right outside of New York City—and its on-site Legoland Hotel makes it easy to extend your visit into a multi-day Hudson Valley vacation.

From its supersized (and aptly named) BIG Shop to its wet-and-wild Lego City Water Playground, and its only-in-New York Lego Factory Adventure Ride, here are all the things to do and see during a visit to Legoland New York. Find more thrilling theme park adventures in the tri-state area in our Guide to Amusement Parks and Water Parks for Families.

If you’ve never considered binary decision-making to be loads of fun, then you’ve probably never played a few rounds of "Would You Rather." The concept is simple: present a pair of hypothetical situations and decide which of the two you’d prefer. In recent years, the idea has morphed into game formats and exploded in popularity, with books, websites, and YouTubers compiling lists of scenarios that get kids to weigh risks, benefits, and outcomes.

These 'Would You Rather' questions give kids a set of free, play-it-anywhere games to play with friends. Test out the hardest "Would You Rather" questions right at the dinner table for a little tech-free family entertainment. Once they burn out on brainteasers, try these top board games for kids or a round of exercise games to get everyone moving.

As summer turns to fall and a new school year is about to begin, parents everywhere are looking for after-school classes. Now entering the ring: boxing. These boxing classes for kids in New York City are a great option. The sport helps kids to build confidence, patience, fitness, and learn self-defense.

We've rounded up seven boxing gyms in NYC offering boxing classes for kids. Find more enrichment opportunities in our Guide to Classes and Activities for New York City kids.

When some people think of karate, they imagine epic martial arts battles seen in movies or on TV.  But those images don’t really represent what karate is all about. Westchester County has a number of karate classes to introduce kids to the self-discipline, mental attitude, coordination, spirituality, and respect the sport requires.

So whether you are looking for a fun and healthy activity for your child, or you want to expose them to the full range of skills martial arts offer, Westchester County karate classes have a program that is right for your child. With that in mind, read on for details on some of the best local karate classes available.

See our guide to kids classes in Westchester for even more inspiration.