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25 Best Summer Vacations in the US

Hikers on a ridge at Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado

The perfect summer getaway is an essential component of maintaining one’s sanity during the rest of the year – at least for me! The summer months offer opportunities to visit national parks, pristine beaches, historic sites, and other places that might not be as pleasant during the rest of the year.

Best of all, many of the world’s best summer vacation destinations are scattered around the 50 states. While it’s always exciting to go abroad, it never ceases to amaze me just how much diverse natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities are available without a passport or visa.

We’ve put together a list of some of the best places to visit in the summer around the United States to help you sort through the innumerable possibilities. Look below at our take on the best summer vacation spots for any kind of traveler, as well as what not to miss and where to stay for each.

Best Summer Vacations in the US

1. Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

Hikers on a ridge at Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado
Bonnie Beach / NPS

First up is one of the highest summer destinations you can find in the states: Rocky Mountain National Park. Located just northwest of Denver, this is an easily accessible vacation destination that will make you feel a million miles from any city.

Rocky Mountain National Park is open year-round, and each season offers its own special scenery, but the summer months are the most popular by far. For one, you can be certain that one of the park’s most famous attractions won’t be closed due to snow – the Trail Ridge Road.

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