After lunch would be a good time to move from the Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum to the Wings and Waves water park. (The exception to this rule would be during peak holiday weekends, when the lines for rides at the water park escalate by mid-day. This, however, is not the norm.) You can't miss the water park, which is adjacent to the museum buildings and topped by an Evergreen commercial … [Read more...]
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Little People, Big World’s Roloff Farms
October 9, 2011 By
If you're a fan of the TLC program "Little People, Big World", you'll want to make a stop off I-5 this fall season to tour Matt Roloff's very own family travel destination, The Roloff Farms, which he opened to the public earlier this month (to remain open throughout this pumpkin season). The Roloff Farm consists of a 34-acre farm near Portland, Oregon, and harbors a pirate ship, a three-story … [Read more...]
Lake Quinault Lodge, Olympic National Park
April 3, 2011 By
Built in 1926 on the south shore of Lake Quinault on the lush and beautiful Olympic Peninsula, Lake Quinault Lodge is one of the national park system's most beautiful and timeless historic lodges. Charming when approached from the street (South Shore Road), Lake Quinault's best side is to the north, where the back of the lodge opens upon a cheery deck and lush, sloping lawn to the lake … [Read more...]
City Series
Looking for the best city to visit with kids? Here at Pit Stops for Kids, we're all about exploring new travel frontiers and getting off the beaten path...and sometimes, that path is pavement, not dirt! City touring brings its own set of challenges, but rewards families with culture, excitement, and a host of new experiences. Use the drop down menu on this tab to find pit stops and lodging … [Read more...]
Timberline Lodge and ski resort
February 7, 2011 By
If you're looking for a Pacific Northwest ski resort experience that will really impress while remaining kid and family-friendly, you'll want to book an overnight ski package at Timberline Lodge, a ski-in and ski-out resort nestled on the slopes of Timberline in Oregon's Mt. Hood area. We love Timberline Lodge's historic beauty, cozy rooms, and majestic views, but the best thing is, guests … [Read more...]
Western U.S. national parks road trip
Touring Glacier, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and Zion national parks, as well as Portland, OR, Spokane, WA, Big Sky, MT, Park City, UT, and Laguna Beach, CA. Day 1: Arrive in Portland, OR (or start there!) and enjoy a Portland Spirit River Cruise. Overnight at Hyatt Place Portland. Day 2: Drive I-84 and I-90 from Portland OR to Spokane WA (5 hours). Day 3: Check out downtown Spokane, including … [Read more...]
Mt. Hood Railroad Polar Express
November 26, 2010 By
110 Railroad Avenue Hood River, OR It's that time of year...when everyday roadside attractions become magical! The Mt. Hood Railroad offers scenic tours through the Hood River Valley and the Columbia Gorge, and during the holiday season, they take a detour to the North Pole! Let your kids read along with the Polar Express story as the train makes its journey to the North Pole, meet Santa, and … [Read more...]
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
September 14, 2010 By
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, or OMSI for short, is both a landmark and beloved institution in Portland, Oregon. Situated right on the bank of the Willamette directly across from the downtown district, OMSI is one of the best places (and arguably the best place) to take kids in the area. Nate and his friend Jonah get a lesson in the Physics Lab. With multiple exhibits … [Read more...]
Road Trips
Need a selection of tried and true road trips at your fingertips? Below is a sampling of family road trips either Pit Stops for Kids or other travel bloggers have personally tested and approved with their families! Adapt them, shorten them, lengthen them, and suit them to fit your best road trip with kids...then report back on the new road trip stops you'll inevitably find along the … [Read more...]
A Pit Stop a Day Keeps the “Are We There Yets” Away
June 22, 2010 By
Or at least, that's my hope as my family and I embark upon a 22-day road trip, touring four national parks, six family-friendly resorts, eight states, and a partridge in a pear tree. Well, maybe not that last one (which means it's sure to show up on auto bingo, right?). Where are we going? Glacier National Park Yellowstone National Park Grand Teton National Park Zion National Park with … [Read more...]
