Summer Vacation Ideas in the US
If you’re looking for a summer vacation that’s full of adventure, culture and natural beauty, there are a variety of US travel ideas.
From coast to coast and everywhere in between, there are countless summer vacation ideas in the US for exploration and relaxation.
Use our list of resources below to help you find the perfect US summer vacation destination to add to your bucket list.
Whether you want to explore the Appalachian Trail or take a road trip along Route 66, here are some great ideas for your perfect US summer vacation.
You’ll find travel tips, attractions, recommended activities and a packing checklist to help you plan a fabulous vacation this summer.
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USA Summer Vacation Ideas
Summer is the most popular time to travel! Here’s a list US destinations that are awesome to visit during the summer months. Use our travel guides below to know what to expect during the summer, fun things to do and what to pack!
- US Summer Vacation Destinations
- Summer Vacation Spots in the US
- Cheap Summer Bucketlist Destinations in the US
- Summer Vacations in the Southwest
- Summer Road Trip Destinations
- Summer Road Trip Ideas
- Summer Hiking Trails in the US
US States to Visit by Month in the Summer
- June Vacation Ideas in the US by Region
- July Vacation Ideas in the US by Region
- August Vacation Ideas in the US by Region
US National Park Summer Vacation Ideas
With summer vacation just around the corner, it’s time to plan your trip! There are many national parks in the US that are worth visiting during the summer months. Use our US National Park vacation guides to know what to expect during the summer, fun things to do and what to pack!
- Visit US National Parks in the Summer
- Southwest National Parks in the Summer
- Summer Hikes at US National Parks
- Utah National Parks in the Summer
- Best California National Parks in the Summer
US National Parks to Visit in the Summer
- Arches National Park Summer Vacation
- Bryce Canyon National Park in the Summer
- Canyonlands National Park in the Summer
- Capitol Reef National Park in the Summer
- Grand Teton National Park in the Summer
- Yellowstone Summer Vacation
- Zion National Park in the Summer
What to Pack for a Summer Vacation
Check out our Summer Packing List for National Parks
- Hiking shoes/boots!
- Darn Tough hiking socks!
- Trekking poles
- Wicking and quick-drying base layers
- Water bottles or hydration backpacks
- Healthy snacks
- Sunscreen
- Lip protection with sunscreen
- Polarized sunglasses
- Sunhat
- Insect repellant
- Hand lotion
- Toilet paper (carry out in a bag – do not bury)
- Hand sanitizer
- First aid kit
- Bags to pack out trash
- Camera Gear – DOWNLOAD our free checklist!
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USA Lodging & Accommodations
- VRBO US Vacation Rentals
- Book a Hotel in the US
- Book an Apartment in the US
- Book a Bed and Breakfast in the US
- Book a Guest House in the US
