10 of the Best U.S. Road Trips For Families

Tucson to the Grand Canyon, Arizona

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Take in some of the country's best views on a multiday road trip through Arizona. Start in Tucson and visit Saguaro National Park to see the namesake cacti before heading to Scottsdale. Next up, drive to the stunning, red rock-surrounded town of Sedona. Finally, you'll drive to Grand Canyon National Park for a couple of days in the great outdoors, soaking in the massive natural wonder of the world.

Denver to Colorado Springs, Colorado

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If you'd like to swap red rocks for snowy mountaintops, set off on a Colorado road trip through some of the state's incredible national parks and charming small towns. Start your journey in Denver and then head to Boulder and Estes Park, a perfect home base for exploring Rocky Mountain National Park. Glenwood Springs, Telluride, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango, and Great Sand Dunes National Park are worth a stop en route to Colorado Springs.