17 Best Family Campgrounds in New Jersey

The Great Divide prides itself on its beautifully maintained facilities.

If warmer temps have you looking for ways to get the kids off-line and immersed in nature, it might be time to plan a camping trip. Camping with little ones isn't always easy, but these 16 campgrounds in New Jersey make the experience comfortable and fun for even the youngest family members. The state's many campground options range from rustic spots where you can pitch a tent to fully appointed cabins. 

For other ideas about how New Jersey families can enjoy the great outdoors, check out our guide to the state's many scenic parks or our rundown of NJ's shade-drenched playgrounds. We also have info on New Jersey's easiest hiking trails and where to make a splash in family-friendly lakes.

The Best Trampoline Parks in NYC and Nearby for Kids of All Ages

Battle your friends at Rockin' Jump Trampoline Park. Located in Yonkers, its one of our top picks for a fun trampoline park near NYC.

If you've got active kids and hop-happy toddlers to entertain, nothing cures the bad-weather blues like a trip to a trampoline park or an indoor bounce inflatable park. 

NYC is home to several high-flying trampoline parks, where fun includes trampolines, long bouncy slides, tunnels, and obstacle courses. Best of all each trampoline park near NYC included in our list hosts regular open-bounce sessions, so your kids can jump all they want for one low price. Find more ideas for indoor activities in our Top Indoor Play Spaces and Fun Zones Guide.

Visiting the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum in the Hudson Valley: Top Things To See and Do

Get dressed up in the Rivertown exhibit at the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum in Poughkeepsie.

Following a months-long renovation, the spectacular Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum has reopened to the public, bringing with it renovated galleries, expanded exhibits, an increased focus on STEM learning, and tons of overall improvements to this children's museum in Poughkeepsie. The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum is the only hands-on learning center of its kind in the Hudson Valley, and the museum houses educational exhibits geared toward children up to 12 years old.

Read on for our review of the Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum, and find more fun things to do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley on this list of the top attractions in the region.

Best Amusement Parks near NYC Reachable by Public Transportation

Six Flags Great Adventure makes for an action-packed day of amusement park fun.

If you're feeling nostalgic for a summer adventure filled with cotton candy and Ferris wheel rides, it might be time for some family-friendly fun at one of these amusement parks near NYC. There's no shortage of amusement parks and water parks for New York City-based thrill-seekers, but if you don't have a car, some amusement parks can seem out of reach. Fear not, we’ve rounded up the best amusement parks near NYC that are easily accessible via public transportation. Remember the sunscreen and forget the parking (and rental car) headaches with these picks.

From the thrilling roller coasters of Six Flags in New Jersey, to the mega theme park fun of Legoland New York in the Hudson Valley, we've found a selection of great amusement parks no matter your interest. Find more summer fun in our Guide to Amusement Parks and Water Parks Near NYC.

Best Water Parks and Amusement Parks for Toddlers Near Chicago

Santa's Village is an amusement park that brings Christmas all summer. Photo courtesy of Santa's Village in Dundee, Illinois

While the big kids are tall enough for roller coasters, drop slides, and water rides, there are also plenty of water parks and amusement parks for toddlers near Chicago. If you have a little thrill seeker, we’ve rounded up the best water parks and amusement parks for toddlers near Chicago. This list below features amusement parks and water parks that are designed with little ones in mind. We've separated them into amusement parks, water parks, and combination theme parks. Happy summering, little ones. 

For more amusement park adventures, check out our list for the Best Amusement Parks in the Chicago Area for Families and our favorite Water Playgrounds and Spraygrounds for Chicago Kids

A Visit to Flamig Farm's Petting Zoo in Connecticut

See farm animals up close at Flamig Farm's petting zoo in Simsbury, Connecticut!

If you’re anything like my three year old, you like farms. You love feeding goats out of your hand. Tractor rides are your very favorite. And, the thought of baby chicks make you giddy. Am I speaking your language? If yes, I would highly suggest taking a trip out to Flamig Farm in West Simsbury.

Best Amusement Parks in Georgia for Family Fun

Wild Adventures, in Valdosta, Georgia, welcomes families of all ages for a day of thrills and fun. Photo courtesy of Wild Adventures

Amusement parks in Georgia provide hours of fun and entertainment for residents and visitors alike. Whether families need an activity for the long summer days, host a birthday party or private event at the ultimate fun site, or satisfy the cravings of thrill-seekers, Georgia amusement parks have it all! Usually open from spring to fall, these theme parks are a great time for families of all ages—teens may enjoy riding intense roller coasters with friends; younger kids can enjoy games, tamer rides, and entertaining live shows.

Want to go beyond amusement parks in Georgia? Enjoy year-round fun at Indoor Pools and Water Parks or go the tamer route take a swing and play a round of Mini Golf in Atlanta

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