Outdoor & Nature
Fresh air and room to roam. Washington Parent helps families find outdoor and nature activities across DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia, including kid friendly hiking trails, parks, gardens, farms and nature centers. Browse our latest outdoor guides below and plan your next adventure.
Washington, DC, is famous for its meticulously planned street grid, so it surprises many first-time visitors (and locals alike) when…
Making unforgettable memories with your family can be done through unforgettable experiences, like zip-lining and rope-course adventures. Whether you’re a…
Summer is approaching, and that means that strawberry-picking season is right around the corner. This is the best time of…
The DC area has a dozen gardens worth a family visit, from the free U.S. Botanic Garden on the National…
The state parks are places of natural wonder that allow for the opportunity to connect with nature in a way…
Anytime is a good time to hit the playground to burn off energy and let little imaginations soar outdoors! Head…
The DC area is a wonderful one for family bike rides, whether leisurely to include younger kiddos or more rigorous…
Take the kids to one of our many wonderful local farmers markets and create or continue your family’s path to…
Spring break can be both a blessing and a curse as parents try to make each year more memorable than…
As the New Year sets in motion, the DMV continues to provide fun winter ice- skating activities at local ice…
Snow under the Microscope We can all conjure the classic image of a snowflake in our minds. But did you…
The night sky has captivated the human imagination from the earliest times. Those looking skyward at night have given names…
The Thrill of the Hunt Looking for a low cost, fun activity that will get the family outside and in…
Autumn is such a lovely time of year, with trees changing colors and the scent of the crisp, fresh air.…
Kids and animals – it’s a marvelous pairing! Getting up close and personal gives your child a chance to learn…
Many parents have likely come across this scenario: you reach into your kid’s pockets before putting their clothes in the…
