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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We are in the very preliminary stages of planning a summer 2027 vacation and would love some input.

Travelers will be two parents and one almost-16-year-old.

We've narrowed our ideas to:

* Denver → Glenwood Springs → Moab
* Grand Canyon → Zion
* Yellowstone → Grand Teton
* Yosemite

At this point, we don't strongly favor one over another. We know all of these involve some logistical challenges, airport proximity and a fair amount of driving.

What we're looking for is an adventure: beautiful scenery, immersion in nature, and the chance to experience the West, new to us.

One caveat: while we love the outdoors, we also appreciate comfortable lodging and access to decent food options. We don't need luxury, but we're not looking to rough it either.

For those who have done any of these trips, which would you choose and why? Any pros, cons, or things we're overlooking?

We're also very open to other Western US suggestions that might fit these parameters.
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Really depends on time of year- 
Denver is best in summer. Road won’t be open in spring through RMNP, but Moab can be very hot in summer. I think this is more driving than you might want. If going in spring, I’d do Moab there, but fly in via ABQ and add Mesa Verde and Santa Fe. Summer- I’d do Denver, RMNP and add one other

Not to be a downer, but I really dislike Yellowstone in summer. Did it once in my 20s two decades ago and will only go outside of summer. Yosemite is very similar. If your kid is out of school in early June, it might not be so bad.

You also might consider Seattle/Mt. Rainier/Olympic NP. Weather is great if coming from DMV. Or head down to Crater Lake[/quote]

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