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Grand Rapids, Michigan
Grand Rapids is more than just a city
destination, and we found something for everyone in our family.
● Track chairs for easy beach access at Grand Haven, Holland and Muskegon beaches
● All abilities playground at Courtland Township Park
● Amway Grand Plaza offers one of the most accessible hotel experiences we’ve had, including automatic room doors.
● Paved trails through the forest for nature play and bird watching at Blandford Nature Center
● Inclusive play at Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
Fairfax County is just outside of the Washington, D.C. area, but offers a whole new world to explore.
● National Museum of the U.S. Army brings inclusion to a new level with hand held controls for out of reach screens, automatic bathroom doors, and thoughtful innovation throughout.
● Roll up access to stunning waterfalls at Great Falls National Park
● NOVA Wild is an incredible opportunity to experience wildlife up close through a drive through safari
● Space shuttles and interactive fun at Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, the sister-site of Washington, D.C.’s National Air and Space Museum
● Diverse accessible room options at the Hilton Mclean Tyson’s Corner
Warren County, Ohio
Warren County is a small town that packs a big punch when it comes to fun.
● King’s Island is consistently ranked as one of the best amusement parks in the world – the accessibility program and water chairs also make it one of the most accessible
● Ohio’s UNESCO World Heritage Site is built on mystery and wonder
● The coolest bathroom in the country at Two Cities (also really great pizza)
● Limitless play at Great Wolf Lodge, thanks to water chairs, zero entry pools, and chair lifts
● 33 miles of accessible trails
Raystown Lake Region, Pennsylvania
Outdoorsy destinations are rarely welcoming to people with mobility disabilities, but Raystown has some secrets up its sleeve.
● Accessible cave tour at Lincoln Caverns
● Ride in style on East Broad Top Railroad’s fully accessible historic train car
● Accessible views at Ridenour overlook
● Lakeside trails at Seven Points Recreation Area
● Classic frozen custard at The Meadows