40+ Best USA Winter Destinations by Region
Check out this list of the best USA winter destinations by region. You’ll find amazing places to visit and fun things to do in the winter all around the country!
Use this guide that features US travel ideas based on the part of the country you want to visit. Plus you’ll find tips and resources to find the perfect winter getaway destination in the USA.
We’ve teamed up with other travelers to compile this list of winter vacation ideas in the US: travel guides, road trip itineraries, things to do, what to pack, and where to stay!
Thank you to our travel friends for sharing fun destinations and things to do in the US in the winter!
What to Pack for a Winter Vacation
- Waterproof hiking boots
- Insulated boots
- Heavy wool socks – we LOVE Darn Tough Socks!
- Walking stick or trekking poles
- Wicking and quick-drying base layers
- Fleece jacket
- Wool, down or heavy-weight insulated jacket
- Waterproof rain jacket
- Insulating hat
- Insulating winter gloves
- Fleece neck gaiter or buff
- WATER – water bottles or hydration backpack
- FOOD – healthy snacks
- Flashlight or headlamp
- National Park maps
- Sunscreen
- Lip protection with sunscreen
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hand lotion
- Hand sanitizer
- First aid kit
- National Parks Pass
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Best USA Winter Destinations
Winter Vacation Ideas in the US Northeast
17 Unique Vermont Winter Cabins Where You Can Hike, Ski, and Snowshoe
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The PERFECT 4 Day New York City Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
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www.aworldinreach.com
Winter Vacation Ideas in the US South
24 Things To Do In Everglades City: Hiking Trails, Biking, Paddling, And More
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redaroundtheworld.com
8 Day Trips From Fort Myers To Experience The Beaches And Swamps Of Florida
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redaroundtheworld.com
Winter Vacation Ideas in the US Midwest
BEST Things to Do in Chicago in the Winter (From a Local!)
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www.thesavvyglobetrotter.com
Winter Vacation Ideas in the US Mountain Region
Winter Vacation Ideas in the US West
The Ultimate Maui Itinerary: How to Spend an Incredible 8 Days (or Less!) on the Valley Isle
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uprootedtraveler.com
Sliding Sands Trail: Hike into this Massive Volcano on Maui (While It's Still Dormant!)
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uprootedtraveler.com
10 Things to Know BEFORE Planning a Hawaii Big Island Vacation
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hawaiitravelwithkids.com
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