6 top adventure resorts you need to visit

Whether you want to brave white-water rapids or enjoy challenging hikes before relaxing poolside, these six resorts provide ample opportunity to bond as a family while snapping epic Instagram-worthy vacation photos.

Hikers stop to look at the views near the Grand Canyon National Parks South Kaibab trail on March 16, 2015. Many hikers choose to take the South Kaibab trail to the bottom of the canyon and then stay overnight at either Bright Angel Campground or Phantom Ranch before hiking back out. (AP Photo/Anna Johnson) — **Embrace exhilarating outdoor pursuits and spectacular scenery in these rugged getaways.** More and more families don’t just want to just relax on vacation together. They want to share boundary-pushing experiences that forge long-lasting memories. And to cater to adventurers, these resorts offer paddling, zip lining and other active, adrenaline-pumping activities that both raise and lower heart rates in style. Whether you want to brave white-water rapids or enjoy challenging hikes before relaxing poolside, these six resorts provide ample opportunity to bond as a family while snapping epic Instagram-worthy vacation photos. *More from U.S. News* The 8 Top National Parks to Visit This Spring 9 Affordable Spring Outdoor Adventures 10 Best Trips for Adventure Junkies America’s 6 Top Adventure Resorts *originally appeared on* usnews.com (AP Photo/Anna Johnson)

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