15 US Spring Break Vacation Ideas
A spring break vacation is different for everyone. Some people want to enjoy the sun and beach, while others want to explore the outdoors.
We’ve put together a fun list of spring vacation ideas for destinations in the US. The hard part will be deciding where to travel to enjoy a spring getaway!
Keep reading for places to go, things to do, what to pack and more!
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What to Pack for a Spring Vacation
Packing for a trip in the spring means being prepared for any type of weather!
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2. Hiking Gear
- Spring hiking at some national parks may mean wet trails, and even some patches of snow! You’ll want waterproof hiking boots.
- Hiking socks that breathe … and if they prevent blisters, that’s even better: → Check out the BEST SOCKS by Darn Tough!
- Walking stick or trekking poles
3. Clothing – Layers
- Wicking and quick-drying base layers
- Fleece or insulated jacket: → Columbia fleece jackets are our favorite!
- Waterproof rain jacket
4. Daypack
- WATER: → Use refillable water bottles or a hydration backpack
- FOOD: → Check out our list of healthy snacks
- Flashlight or headlamp
- National Park maps
- Sunscreen
- Lip protection with sunscreen
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hand lotion
- Toilet paper (carry out in a bag – do not bury)
- Hand sanitizer
- First aid kit
- Bags to pack out trash
5. Other
- Cell phone
- Portable charger
- Medications
- Binoculars
- Guide books
- Camera Gear – DOWNLOAD the free camera gear checklist!
- Photography gear for hiking
Outdoor Gear we recommend! Travel Gear & Hiking Gear
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Thanks for sharing this post this week. My husband hope to travel to Waco this summer for our anniversary – hopefully. I look forward to reading your post about Waco. #HomeMattersParty
Hopefully you can take that summer trip!