Hi all, I've already found a wealth of advice in the forums and really appreciate everyone's willingness to share, but our trip has a slight twist. We are a family of 4 with two boys aged 2 and 4 and are looking at doing 6 weeks on the West Coast in July and August. A key objective will be to take in the NPs and make the most of the beach. We're going to start in San Francisco, then head down the coast to LA, across to the Grand Canyon and then back up around via Las Vegas, Yosemite back to San Francisco.

A key challenge for us is to economize given we haven't yet won the lottery and it's quite a long trip, so the plan is to camp as much as we can in the NPs. Does anyone have some good advice on the most Family-friendly Campsites in each of the key parks? Also, although the boys love the outdoors are there any unique things to see and do that kids would love? Btw, we are not a Disney family and prefer the reality of the NPs and more local attractions.

Thanks in advance and no offense to those that love Disney!