Things to do with Kids in Lake Placid. This Guide to Lake Placid with kids can help you plan a fun and relaxing visit. Lake Placid, New York is a great place to visit with or with out kids and is an all seasons destination. It’s a great place to stay when visiting the Adirondacks…
Category: New York State
New York State
there’s plenty of options for Budget Travel to New York with Kids. New York State Family Vacation options are endless. It is the 27th largest state in the USA but ranks 4th for the population. There are many New York Cheap Family Vacation options. We have everything you need to plan a weekend getaway from NYC or simply a New York Getaway.
While New York City is the largest and most populous area of the state, Albany, NY is the State’s Capitol. The area around New York’s Capitol is called the Capital Region.
Being from the Capitol Region I love to share the wonderful things there is to do in this area but also have a lot of experience visiting much of New York State and can attest to its diverse activities and vacation destinations for families.
The Hudson Valley is another great region to visit in NYS, as are the Many New York State Parks including the Adirondacks.
The Best Cheap Outdoor Winter Activities for Kids
Here are some of the best cheap outdoor winter activities for kids. We survived all summer through various levels of lockdown and closures. It’s pretty easy to enjoy the outdoors and stay active in the summer. As the temperatures drop here in the northeast and other parts of the country, we can easily fall back…
The Catskills Peak Foliage: How to Avoid the Crowds
The Catskills Peak foliage is beautiful. The Catskills are located in Upstate New York and an easy drive from New York City. We decided to head down to the Catskills for the afternoon from the Capital Region. It’s only about an hour’s drive and we were hoping we missed the morning crowds and could be…
The Best Kid-Friendly Hikes in the Hudson Valley
Check out The Best Kid-Friendly Hikes in the Hudson Valley (Including Albany and Rensellear Counties in the Capital Region). From waterfalls to scenic views to wife life the Northern Hudson Valley, NY is full of great experiences hiking with kids. Hiking is a great activity to do on a cheap vacation for families. These locations…
Fun Outdoor Learning for Kids at Five Rivers Environmental Education Center
Five Rivers Environmental Education Center is located at 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar, NY. It is a DEC run site that offers Environmental Education and hiking trails with over 450 acres of land to explore. Parking and admission are free. Its a great place for hiking with kids. The Programs at the Five Rivers Environmental…
Lawson Lake County Park, NY is Full Day of Outdoor Fun
Lawson Lake County Park is located at 293 Lawson Lake Road, Feura Bush, NY 12067 It offers 420-acres and includes a lake, wetlands, forested upland, open fields, waterfalls, and streams. There’s no fee to enter and use the park. This is a great place for kayaking and hiking with kids. Boating at Lawson Lake County Park There…
New York State Parks: John Boyd Thacher Park Review and Tips
John Boyd Thacher Park (Thacher Park) is located in Voorheesville, NY is a wonderful State Park for hiking with kids; As well as other outdoor activities. There are 2 viewing areas that offer awesome scenic views looking down at the towns below and as far away as the city of Albany. Parking is $6 and…
Ellms Family Farm: Best Fall Activities for Kids
Ellms Family Farm is way more than just a Corn Maze; It’s loads of fall family fun. From Ziplines to low ropes course, to a variety of ride-on vehicles and things to bounce on. Located at 448 Charlton Rd, Ballston Spa, NY, Ellms Family Farm is about 45 min from the Hudson Valley and 45minutes…
Things to do with Kids in New York this Fall
Things to do with Kids in New York this Fall. Whether you are at home or traveling fall is a great time to get outside explore and have fun. 1. New York Apple Picking New York is known as the Big Apple and upstate is filled with apple orchards and fun fall activities. The many…
Fall Activities at Fly Creek, NY 1 Day Itinerary
Fly Creek is a great day trip for anyone staying in Cooperstown, NY, only 3 miles away; Syracuse, NY; or the Capital Region. A surprising fact is that it is located within the Adirondack Park. Autumn is the perfect time to visit this small town and enjoy a wonderful view of fall foliage while enjoying…