Summer Vacation Ideas in the US
If you’re looking for fun summer vacation ideas in the US, take a look at our US travel ideas to see if there’s one that interests you.
Use our list of resources below to help you find the perfect US summer vacation destination to add to your bucket list.
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 Vacations in the Southwest
- Summer Road Trip Destinations
- Summer Road Trip Ideas
- Summer Hiking Trails in the US
US States to Visit in the Summer
- Oregon in the Summer
- Utah Summer Vacation Ideas
- Utah Summer Destinations to Visit
- Park City Utah Summer Attractions
- Moab in the Summer
US States to Visit by Month in the Summer
- 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
- 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
- Things to Do at Grand Teton National Park in the Summer
- Summer Activities at Grand Teton
- Teton Village in the Summer
- Yellowstone Summer Vacation
- Yellowstone Summer Tours
- Zion National Park in the Summer
US National Parks to Visit by Month in the Summer
There are important things to know about visiting US national parks in June, July and August. Check out these articles to know all about planning a trip during a specific month so you know in advance what to expect.
Summer Travel Tips and Resources
Use our planning guides, itineraries and travel planners to create the most amazing vacation during this time of year!
Summer Travel Resources
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!
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
