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[quote=Anonymous]OP don't listen to those saying they are too young. They are never to young to get outdoors and explore!  I definitely think the love for outdoor adventure can start early, even before they will remember a trip. Kids enjoy new places and there is also nothing wrong with going places YOU want to enjoy now versus waiting until kids are "old enough to remember."

Our NP/hiking trip list with kids ages:

Big Sur (11 months)- not a NP but did a bit of hiking along the coast.

Grand Tetons (almost 2 yrs old)- son loved this trip- he was in a backpack carrier for long hikes, but often got out and walked the last mile down, also biked with him in a trailer along the park

Arches and Canyonlands (added 2nd kid, kids were 4yrs old and 18 months)great trip for these ages because the hikes are on the shorter side. Took advantage of kids not being in school and went in the fall/late September which was great. 4 yr old hiked on his own, doing 3-4 mile hikes), 18 month old was in the carrier.

Olympic and Seattle (6 and 3 yrs old)- Another great trip for these ages. Explored the coast and tide pools, flat hike through Hoh Rainforest, hike along the beach, did one tougher uphill hike, saw lots of waterfalls.

Banff (9 and 6)- this is a better trip for older kids because the worthwhile hikes are long. We did multiple 7-9 mile hikes.

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