America’s Top Memorial Day Activities for Families
The below ranking shows the top 125 locations families would most like to spend Memorial Day this year.
1
First Landing State Park, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Coming in first place, this park offers 20 miles of trails and 1.5 miles of sandy Chesapeake Bay beachfront, perfect for hiking, picnicking, and beach enjoyment in a scenic setting.
2
Cape Cod National Seashore, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
A close second, with over 40 miles of beach, marshes, ponds, and uplands to explore. Families will appreciate the gentle hiking trails, educational programs, and well-equipped beaches.The beaches are well-equipped with restrooms and changing facilities, making it a comfortable visit for all.
3
St. Simons Island Beaches, St. Simons Island, Georgia
This beautiful spot offers expansive beaches and a historic lighthouse, with numerous access points for a perfect family day by the sea.
4
Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia
A profound place of national remembrance, this cemetery is significant for Memorial Day observances, featuring ceremonies and the iconic Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
5
Clearwater Beach, Clearwater, Florida
Known for its broad, sandy shores and calm waters, Clearwater Beach provides a relaxed beach day with accessible amenities like showers, restrooms, and eateries.
6
Island Beach State Park, Seaside Park, New Jersey
Offering a less developed beach experience, this park features over 10 miles of sandy beaches with natural settings of dunes and maritime forests.
7
San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio, Texas
The River Walk provides peaceful stretches ideal for family picnics or walks along the banks of the San Antonio River.
8
Ocean City Boardwalk, Ocean City, New Jersey
This boardwalk is perfect for strolls, dining, and entertainment by the beach, featuring attractions like arcades and a small amusement park.
9
Outer Banks Beaches, North Carolina
Known for their wide sandy shores and beauty, these beaches are perfect for activities like beachcombing, kite flying, or just relaxing by the sea.
10
Liberty State Park, Jersey City, New Jersey
Rounding up our top 10, this park offers stunning views of iconic landmarks and features extensive amenities for picnicking, playing, or just enjoying a leisurely walk along the waterfront.
| Ranking | Location | City | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Ocean City Boardwalk | Ocean City | Maryland |
| 12 | Acadia National Park | Bar Harbor | Maine |
| 13 | Siesta Key Beach | Sarasota | Florida |
| 14 | Kailua Beach Park | Kailua | Hawaii |
| 15 | Falls Park on the Reedy | Greenville | South Carolina |
| 16 | International Rose Test Garden | Portland | Oregon |
| 17 | Rio Grande Nature Center State Park | Albuquerque | New Mexico |
| 18 | Forest Park | St. Louis | Missouri |
| 19 | Hot Springs State Park | Thermopolis | Wyoming |
| 20 | Longwood Gardens | Kennett Square | Pennsylvania |
| 21 | Chattanooga Riverwalk | Chattanooga | Tennessee |
| 22 | Lincoln Park | Chicago | Illinois |
| 23 | Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail | Cuyahoga Valley | Ohio |
| 24 | Waikiki Beach | Honolulu | Hawaii |
| 25 | Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site | Little Rock | Arkansas |
| 26 | Poipu Beach Park | Poipu | Hawaii |
| 27 | Capitol Complex | Charleston | West Virginia |
| 28 | Spokane River Centennial Trail | Spokane | Washington |
| 29 | Fort Snelling National Cemetery | Minneapolis | Minnesota |
| 30 | Jekyll Island | Jekyll Island | Georgia |
| 31 | Sand Harbor in Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park | Incline Village | Nevada |
| 32 | Garden of the Gods | Colorado Springs | Colorado |
| 33 | Sylvan Lake | Custer | South Dakota |
| 34 | Tempe Town Lake | Tempe | Arizona |
| 35 | Santa Monica Beach and Pier | Santa Monica | California |
| 36 | Belle Isle Park | Detroit | Michigan |
| 37 | City Park | New Orleans | Louisiana |
| 38 | Myrtle Beach State Park | Myrtle Beach | South Carolina |
| 39 | Table Rock Lake State Park | Branson | Missouri |
| 40 | Antelope Island State Park | Syracuse | Utah |
| 41 | Assateague Island National Seashore | Berlin | Maryland |
| 42 | Cape Henlopen State Park | Lewes | Delaware |
| 43 | American Village | Montevallo | Alabama |
| 44 | Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park | Key Biscayne | Florida |
| 45 | Lindenwood Park | Fargo | North Dakota |
| 46 | National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific | Honolulu | Hawaii |
| 47 | Olbrich Botanical Gardens | Madison | Wisconsin |
| 48 | Gettysburg National Military Park | Pennsylvania | |
| 49 | Indiana Dunes National Park | Porter | Indiana |
| 50 | Roger Williams Park | Providence | Rhode Island |
| 51 | Cannon Beach | Cannon Beach | Oregon |
| 52 | Griffith Park | Los Angeles | California |
| 53 | Sandy Point State Park | Annapolis | Maryland |
| 54 | Theodore Roosevelt National Park | Medora | North Dakota |
| 55 | Maymont | Richmond | Virginia |
| 56 | Tybee Island | Savannah | Georgia |
| 57 | Chalco Hills Recreation Area | Omaha | Nebraska |
| 58 | Letchworth State Park | Castile | New York |
| 59 | Itasca State Park | Park Rapids | Minnesota |
| 60 | Scioto Mile | Columbus | Ohio |
| 61 | Sarah P. Duke Gardens | Durham | North Carolina |
| 62 | Cheney State Park | Cheney | Kansas |
| 63 | Liberty Park | Salt Lake City | Utah |
| 64 | Radnor Lake State Park | Nashville | Tennessee |
| 65 | Sandpoint City Beach | Sandpoint | Idaho |
| 66 | Blackwater Falls State Park | Davis | West Virginia |
| 67 | Discovery Park | Seattle | Washington |
| 68 | Franconia Notch State Park | Franconia | New Hampshire |
| 69 | High Line | Manhattan | New York |
| 70 | Natural Bridge State Resort Park | Slade | Kentucky |
| 71 | Presidio of San Francisco | San Francisco | California |
| 72 | Bde Maka Ska | Minneapolis | Minnesota |
| 73 | Jones Beach State Park | Wantagh | New York |
| 74 | Point Lobos State Natural Reserve | Carmel-by-the-Sea | California |
| 75 | Tony Knowles Coastal Trail | Anchorage | Alaska |
| 76 | USS Midway Museum | San Diego | California |
| 77 | Vietnam Veterans Memorial | Washington D.C | |
| 78 | Birmingham Botanical Gardens | Birmingham | Alabama |
| 79 | Boston Common for the Memorial Day Flag Garden | Boston | Massachusetts |
| 80 | Grand Teton National Park | Moose | Wyoming |
| 81 | Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park | Gilbertsville | Kentucky |
| 82 | Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre | Morrison | Colorado |
| 83 | Mahoney State Park | Ashland | Nebraska |
| 84 | Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park | Monument Valley | Arizona |
| 85 | National WWII Museum | New Orleans | Louisiana |
| 86 | Zilker Metropolitan Park | Austin | Texas |
| 87 | Eagle Creek Park | Indianapolis | Indiana |
| 88 | Lake of the Ozarks State Park | Kaiser | Missouri |
| 89 | Myriad Botanical Gardens | Oklahoma City | Oklahoma |
| 90 | Silver Lake State Park | Mears | Michigan |
| 91 | Gulf State Park | Gulf Shores | Alabama |
| 92 | Lake Charles Boardwalk | Lake Charles | Louisiana |
| 93 | Bozeman Pond Park | Bozeman | Montana |
| 94 | Hoover Dam | Nevada | |
| 95 | Pikes Peak State Park | McGregor | Iowa |
| 96 | Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk | Rehoboth Beach | Delaware |
| 97 | Schuylkill River Trail | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania |
| 98 | Silver Falls State Park | Sublimity | Oregon |
| 99 | White Sands National Park | Alamogordo | New Mexico |
| 100 | Buffalo National River | Northern Arkansas | Arkansas |
| 101 | Coopers Rock State Forest | Bruceton Mills | West Virginia |
| 102 | Custer State Park | Custer | South Dakota |
| 103 | Montrose Beach | Chicago | Illinois |
| 104 | Wellington State Park | Bristol | New Hampshire |
| 105 | Coeur d’Alene City Park and Beach | Coeur d’Alene | Idaho |
| 106 | Gulf Islands National Seashore | Ocean Springs to Biloxi | Mississippi |
| 107 | Hampton Beach State Park | Hampton | New Hampshire |
| 108 | Minnehaha Park | Minneapolis | Minnesota |
| 109 | Monroe Lake | Bloomington | Indiana |
| 110 | Redfish Lake | Stanley | Idaho |
| 111 | Burlington Bike Path | Burlington | Vermont |
| 112 | Lake Hefner | Oklahoma City | Oklahoma |
| 113 | Popham Beach State Park | Phippsburg | Maine |
| 114 | Waterfront Park | Burlington | Vermont |
| 115 | Crescent Beach State Park | Cape Elizabeth | Maine |
| 116 | Hocking Hills State Park | Logan | Ohio |
| 117 | Presque Isle State Park | Erie | Pennsylvania |
| 118 | Savin Rock Trail | West Haven | Connecticut |
| 119 | El Dorado State Park | El Dorado | Kansas |
| 120 | Lake Barkley State Resort Park | Cadiz | Kentucky |
| 121 | Silver Sands State Park | Milford | Connecticut |
| 122 | Valley of Fire State Park | Overton | Nevada |
| 123 | Colt State Park | Bristol | Rhode Island |
| 124 | Hank Aaron State Trail | Milwaukee | Wisconsin |
| 125 | Shawnee Mission Park | Shawnee | Kansas |
Methodology
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