Welcome to National Parks for Kids, the podcast for kids and families wanting a little more information about the national parks they are curious about or visiting. I’m Jaimie, and my son Brant had the idea to make this podcast together to share awesome information and some of our favorite experiences in the parks.
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to National Parks for Kids , the show where we explore some of the coolest places on Earth—one park at a time. Today, we’re heading to Shenandoah National Park, a mountain wonderland in Virginia filled with rolling peaks, rushing waterfalls, and miles of scenic trails. Get ready for amazing facts, wild animal encounters, and stories from the past that bring this park to life. We’ll even dig into the geology to find out how these mountains were formed. And of course, Brant is here with plenty of jokes to keep things fun. Stick around until the end for a trivia challenge to test your Shenandoah smarts!
Mount Rainier National Park, WA
Send us Fan Mail Mount Rainier National Park is famous for having the most glaciers in the contiguous united states. Mount Rainier towers above the forest at over 14,000 feet tall and has some amazing geological features. Come learn about the flower-filled meadows, numerous waterfalls and all this beautiful park has to offer. Listen carefully there will be three kid friendly trivia questions at the end!
Haleakala National Park, HI
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of National Parks for Kids , join mom Jaimie and her nine-year-old son Brant as they travel to the breathtaking Haleakalā National Park in Maui, known as the “House of the Sun.” Together, they’ll watch the sunrise from above the clouds, explore Mars-like volcanic landscapes, and learn why this incredible place is one of the best spots in the world for stargazing. Get ready for adventure, discovery, and a little bit of Hawaiian magic high above the island!
Indiana Dunes National Park
Send us Fan Mail In this fun episode of National Parks for Kids , mom Jaimie and son Brant take listeners on an adventure through Indiana Dunes National Park — one of the most biodiverse parks in the country and known as the birthplace of ecology! Discover how sand dunes, forests, and wetlands all come together to create a living science lab full of plants, animals, and natural wonders. Whether you love exploring, learning, or just daydreaming about your next park visit, this episode will spark curiosity and inspire you to see nature in a whole new way.
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Send us Fan Mail Big Bend National Park is one of the most remote parks in the lower 48 states. It is wild and vast, with a dramatic bend in the Rio Grande that gives the park its name. You can explore canyons, old mines, and hot springs, and learn about the park’s fascinating cultural and natural history as you adventure. After a day of exploring, stay up after sunset to enjoy some of the darkest, most star-filled skies in the United States, making Big Bend one of the country’s premier stargazing destinations.
Mammoth Caves National Park, Kentucky
Send us Fan Mail Mammoth Caves National Park is the longest cave system in the world! Scientists have mapped 426 miles (686km), and are still discovering more. Mammoth Caves has a long history of explorers from Native Americans, to miners, to tourists. Come on adventure with Jaimie and Brant and learn about the storied history of the park. Mammoth Caves is also home to some unusual eyeless creatures that have adapted to live in total darkness, some species are found no where else in the world. Come find out why Mammoth caves was given the distinction of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an International Biosphere Reserve, and if you haven't been already why you should definitely visit.
Sequoia National Park, California
Send us Fan Mail Sequoia National Park is home to the world's largest trees by volume. Come learn how long they can live, their amazing survival adaptations and who helped protect them from logging and helped develop Sequoia National Park, the answer will surprise you! There are so many great adventures to have in this park, hiking, climbing, waterfalls, caving and you can even hike to the highest mountain in the lower 48 states, Mount Whitney. Learn what makes Sequoia such a unique park from it's tall peaks, to it's interesting history and of course the Sequoia Redwoods. Come adventure with us!
Grand Tetons National Park, WY
Send us Fan Mail Grand Tetons National Park is famous for towering peaks that rise up above the valley floor. Grand Tetons is home to some of the wildest animals in North America, the largest herd of elk roam here, as well as moose, wolves, brown bears and black bears! Come learn how Grand Tetons National Park earned it's name, how it became a park, and the geology and biology of the park. Listen carefully as there are three kid friendly trivia questions at the end, and a sprinkling of jokes!
Isle Royale National Park, Michigan
Send us Fan Mail Isle Royale National Park is home to some popular animals. Come find out who lives on this island, how it was used historically and that although this is one of the least visited parks, it is one of the most re-visited parks! We can't wait to go back here some day and go backpacking!
Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota
Send us Fan Mail Voyageurs National Park became one of our favorite parks. We loved exploring this park by boat and on foot. The best way to explore this park is by water, we loved learning about the wolf populations, and the history of the fur trade in this area. Come learn why this is currently Brant's favorite national park he's visited!
Rocky Mountain National Park
Send us Fan Mail Rocky Mountain National Park is located in north-central Colorado, it is a breathtaking landscape known for its towering peaks, diverse ecosystems, and abundant wildlife. It encompasses over 400 square miles of mountains, including over 60 peaks exceeding 12,000 feet, and it's tallest mountain, Longs Peak reaching 14,259 feet. The park features a variety of environments, from montane forests to alpine tundra, and offers numerous recreational activities like hiking, camping, and scenic drives. Join us as we adventure through this park, learn about the biology, geology and fun things to do in and and around the park. It's an adventure you don't want to miss.
Glacier National Park, Montana
Send us Fan Mail Glacier National Park is one of our favorite parks. From the towering mountains, blue lakes and abundant wildlife it is one of America's most beloved treasures. There is an adventure for any age, from boating on Lake McDonald, to a scenic drive on the Going-to-the-sun-road, to a kid friendly hike to Avalanche lake, or a heart pumping longer journey to the high alpine, there is something for everyone in Glacier National Park. Join us as we share some biology, history and geology of the park and some of our favorite adventures.
Capitol Reef National Park, UT
Send us Fan Mail Capitol Reef National Park is known for it's red rock cliffs, it's deep canyons and history. Come learn what makes Capitol Reef so special, and some amazing places to explore. This is one of our favorite Utah Parks, less crowds and lots of adventure!
Saguaro National Park, AZ
Send us Fan Mail Saguaro National Park is home to over 2 million saguaro cacti and some interesting and venomous animals. Join us to learn about what Brant's favorite animal was as a kid, hint it lives in the park and is the largest venomous lizard in the United States. There is a lot to explore in this desert environment, come adventure with us.
Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado
Send us Fan Mail There is so much sand, sun and adventure to be had at Great Sand Dunes National Park. Learn about how these giant sand dunes were formed, and the unique animals that are endemic to the sand dunes. Also find out what my eight-year old son, Brant's, favorite activity is at the park!
Dry Tortugas National Park, FL
Send us Fan Mail One of the most remote and difficult national parks to reach off the coast of Key West, Florida. This park had been on our list for a while and was worth the wait and effort. Learn about this remote group of islands, underwater oasis, and the intriguing history of Fort Jefferson that makes Dry Tortugas National Park so unique.
Redwoods National Park, CA
Send us Fan Mail Redwoods National Park has magic, mystery, lore and banana slugs! Come learn about this majestic park, and the amazing trees that provide habitat for so many interesting animals. We also have a special guest this episode, my cousin Meredith, she lives in Northern California and shares some lore about a mythical forest creature in the Redwoods.
Canyonlands National Park
Send us Fan Mail Canyonlands National park has been carved out over millions of years by rivers, weather, and uplift. Come learn about this beautiful, jaw-dropping park and why we want to go back again. Good luck on the trivia at the end!
Arches National Park
Send us Fan Mail Arches National Park is famous for being the place with the highest density of natural stone arches in the world. Come on an adventure with us and learn how 2,000 arches formed in this red rock landscape. Also hear about our adventures rafting the nearby Green River!
Badlands National Park, South Dakota
Send us Fan Mail Badlands National Park has out of this world landscape and is considered the birthplace of vertebrate paleontology. Many visitors find ancient fossils every year when they visit Badlands. Come learn about the geology, paleontology, zoology and history of the amazing Badlands National Park. You don't want to miss this episode!
