It’s a tough time to be an outdoorsy, adventurous, or travel-loving family. While some public natural areas remain open, more and more are closing due to the increased number of visitors not keeping their distance from one another. Some families are fine with taking a virtual trip — but not us. We can’t wait for places to be open and operating again. Here are top recent reads about family travel and family adventure.

Travel and Coronavirus

The open road calls, but authorities say “Stop”

NYC mommy blogger gets heat for cross-country RV trip amid coronavirus

Road Trips

It makes sense to plan your dream road trip now, as bargains will come

Hiking

The importance of social distancing when hiking

Trails and parks provide recreation during shelter-in-place time, but overuse causes damage

Pick a quiet trail: Tips on hiking safely during the coronavirus outbreak

Popular Hudson Valley Hiking Trails Are Closing Due to Crowds

Popular Sedona trailheads now closed to hikers

Airfare

Should you book Thanksgiving travel now? Here’s what we found