If your vacation budget is tight this year why not consider camping? Most kids love camping. If you have never taken your kids camping you may consider packing your car and heading out for a weekend or longer camping trip. Camping is usually a lot cheaper than staying in a hotel. If you don't own a tent you can buy a new one for under $100. The views are generally a lot better too. Spring and Fall are usually the best times to go camping, depending on where you camp of course.
Many campsites charge by the site. So if you have more than one tent you can share one campsite and have two tents depending on your children's ages.
Some people like myself cringe at the thought of using the bathroom in the woods. Thankfully many campsites have restrooms and shower facilities. But if you prefer to go more "natural" there are plenty of campsites that do not have restroom and shower facilities nearby as well.
If camping in a tent is not your thing, many campsites also offer cabins for rent. If you camp during a rainy season this might be a good choice anyway.
America is blessed with many parks, forests, mountains, and beaches. Here are some useful websites to help you plan your next camping trip.
National Parks
National Parks by StateSearch National Parks by Interests and Activities
Geographic National Park Search
State Parks
Search Parks by StateFind a Park by name, location, or activity
USDA Forest Service
Search national forests and grasslandsU.S. Army Corps of Engineers Parks
Corps of Engineers ParksBeach Camping
Great resource for Beach Camping ParksWhere does your family like to camp?
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