Colorado Family Campground
Top Five
Jellystone Park of Estes Park
Golden Gate Canyon State Park
Great Sand Dunes National Park Piñon Flats Campground
Rocky Mountain National Park
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort
The Winner
Yogi Bearís Jellystone Park Camp-Resort
650 Sky View Ln., Larkspur
720-325-2393 | jellystonelarkspur.com
At Jellystone Park, families can get close to nature at tent and RV sites, or glamp in cabins, cottages, lodges, or yurts. Choose from a robust lineup of activities offered throughout the day. Beyond hiking and fishing, this site houses a swimming pool, game room, disc golf course, and playground. Catch an outdoor movie, and don’t miss the pancake breakfast.
Colorado Resort or Hotel
Top Five
Great Wolf Lodge, Colorado Springs
Hotel Colorado, Glenwood Springs
Stanley Hotel, Estes Park
The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs
Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa at Beaver Creek Mountain
The Winner
Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs
9494 Federal Dr., Colorado Springs
844-553-9653 | greatwolf.com/colorado-springs
Great Wolf Lodge features a 50,000 square foot aquatics center, a 20,000-square-foot indoor entertainment complex, pristine rooms, and six eateries. Water park access is included with lodging, and your kids will sleep soundly after exploring three pools, obstacle courses, a multi-level treehouse-slash-water-fort, and nine waterslides. Free yoga, wildlife walks, and storytimes are also offered daily.
Colorado Weekend Road Trip
Top Five
Breckenridge
Estes Park
Glenwood Springs
Great Sand Dunes National Park
Steamboat Springs
The Winner
Glenwood Springs
970-945-6580 | visitglenwood.com
Something magical happens when you add water to your Rocky Mountain road trip, and that’s easy to do in Glenwood Springs, home to the world’s largest hot spring pool. Bike along the Colorado River, explore vapor caves, and raft or skydive at Roaring Fork Skydivers. Don’t forget to venture into the village, too, for dinner on historic Seventh Street.
Destination Vacation
Top Five
Disneyland Resort
Maui, Hawaii
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
San Diego, California
Walt Disney World Resort
The Winner
Walt Disney World Resort
407-939-5277 | disneyworld.disney.go.com
From rides and shows to character experiences and five-star dining, Disney World in Florida is jam-packed with fun for all ages. The massive entertainment complex currently operates four theme parks and two water parks. Book a room at one of dozens of Disney Resort Hotels, and you”ll get some serious fringe benefits, including extended theme park hours and FastPass+ access.
Family Day Trip
Top Five
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Colorado Springs
Estes Park
Garden of the Gods
Rocky Mountain National Park
The Winner
Estes Park
800-443-7837 | visitestespark.com
Situated at the base of Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park is home to wildlife, miles of trails, and one seriously cute shopping district. Enjoy guided activities such as horseback riding or white water rafting, or explore on your own. Take a scenic drive over the Continental Divide on Trail Ridge Road and an easy hike along Lake Estes Trail.
Summer Mountain Getaway
Top Five
Breckenridge
Estes Park
Glenwood Springs
Steamboat Springs
Vail Mountain Resort
The Winner
Breckenridge
888-251-2417 | gobreck.com
When the snow melts, this ski town transforms into a summer playground. Ride Breckenridge Ski Resort’s gondola to Peak 8, home of the mountaintop Summer Fun Park. Hike and bike outdoors, or buy a one-day pass at the Breckenridge Recreation Center. In town, grab a crepe at Crepes A La Carte, one of the town’s many delicious options.
Winter Resort for Families
Top Five
Breckenridge Ski Resort
Copper Mountain
Keystone Resort
Vail Mountain Resort
Winter Park Resort
The Winner
Breckenridge Ski Resort
1599 Ski Hill Rd., Breckenridge | 970-453-5000 | breckenridge.com
When the snow falls, our readers head to Breckenridge. Kid-friendly group and private ski lessons are top-notch, but variety is what gives Breck its edge. Go ice skating, cruise down the Ten Mile Flyer Zipline, or ride the Gold Runner Alpine Coaster. Take a sleigh ride to the top of Breckenridge Mountain, and enjoy a meal at TenMile Station.
