What families say

Wear comfortable shoes for the paved loop trail around the base (about 1-1.8 miles, roughly 45-90 minutes at a relaxed pace), which most families find easy walking, though one reviewer noted it's tricky with little ones in strollers. Watching climbers on the tower and spotting the wood ladder along the trail are fun highlights, and the visitor center is worth a stop for background info. For a quieter alternative, the longer Red Bud trail offers great tower views but passes a campground and isn't rated as highly for repeat visits.

Ages 5–18