Planning a mountain getaway with young kids can sometimes feel like a lot of work, but not in the Laurel Highlands! Champion is packed with gentle adventures, magical natural playgrounds, and world-class kid attractions that will keep the little ones smiling (and help them burn off enough energy for an early bedtime).

If you are staying for a weekend with toddlers or grade-schoolers, here is the ultimate, stress-free family itinerary.

☀️ Day 1: Wild Animals & Poolside BBQ

Morning: Feed the Animals at Living Treasures Wild Animal Park

Just a few minutes down the road in Jones Mills, Living Treasures is not your average zoo. It is a highly interactive, walk-through park designed specifically for families to get up close and personal with over 300 animals.

• The Experience: Kids can buy small cups of feed to hand-feed friendly goats, deer, and even giraffes.
• Don't Miss: Take a photo with a sloth or watch the playful otters splash around. Because it's smaller and entirely walkable, it’s completely stress-free for strollers and little legs.

Check it out: https://ltanimalpark.com/

Afternoon & Evening: Splash at the Condo

Skip the hassle of packing up the car for lunch. Head straight back to your home base to take full advantage of our community amenities.

• Pool Time: Spend the afternoon splashing around in the beautiful, private HOA pool just a short walk from the condo.
• Game On: Play a round of tennis on the court or board games at the condo at the end of the night
• Dine outside: Enjoy the deck for sunset views as you enjoy dinner. Pizza from Dough Girls Pizza or Highlands Pizza is always good.

🌊 Day 2: Water Park Thrills & Storybook Trails

All Day: Idlewild & SoakZone

Consistently named one of the "Best Children's Parks in the World," Idlewild is an absolute must-visit and just a short drive away. It seamlessly combines a classic amusement park with a massive water park, all tailored beautifully for younger kids.

• Story Book Forest & Daniel Tiger: Walk through a real-life fairytale theme park where nursery rhymes come to life, and take a ride on the life-sized trolley through Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood.
• The SoakZone Water Park: When the afternoon heat hits, switch into your swimsuits. Little ones will love the Little Squirts splash pool and the Captain Kidd’s pirate ship (complete with pint-sized water slides), while parents can grab a tube and relax down the lazy river.

Get all the info: https://www.idlewild.com/

Evening: Sweet Treats to End the Trip

On your way back to Champion, make a quick stop at Outflow Soft Serve for massive ice cream cones to celebrate a successful weekend of big (and little) adventures.

🏠 The Secret to a Stress-Free Family Vacation? Location.

Traveling with young kids means naps, snack breaks, and quick outfit changes are inevitable. When you stay at Bluebird's Perch, you are just minutes away from the water park, the zoo, and mountain trails—with a sparkling pool and BBQ area right outside your door for easy afternoons.

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