Adrenaline-packed Spring Break Vacation Spots

Whether you’re youthful or just young at heart – Spring Break is the first chance for many to escape the winter blues and get the adrenaline flowing again after a season of hibernating. With this goal in mind, we’ve decided to showcase a shortlist of the best Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers to try out this year.  

From skydiving over the Grand Canyon to kiteboarding on the turquoise seas of the Gulf of Mexico, if you’re craving for an outdoor adventure, get involved this Spring Break as we take on these adrenaline-charged pursuits you won’t soon forget. 

Flying high over Las Vegas, Nevada 

Where better to start our shortlist of epic destinations for once in a lifetime experience than the high-stakes city of Las Vegas, Nevada. Boasting countless fast-paced excursions, first on our blockbuster list of Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers is joining the airborne crew at GoJump Las Vegas for a skydiving adventure at 15,000 feet, for a truly spectacular view of the Grand Canyon. 

However, for those who aren’t as keen about jumping out of a plane, perhaps boarding a helicopter is the next best thing. Our next suggestion comfortably elevates you up and over the Las Vegas skyline and onto the Grand Canyon with a GC Flight helicopter tour for a fantastic bird’s eye view over the Valley of Fire, Red Rock Canyon, and the Las Vegas strip. 

Book your stay in advance for the ultimate Spring Break vacation in Las Vegas, Nevada, by staying at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower. 

Scaling Bend, Oregon’s rugged terrain 

Considered one of the best outdoor adventure playgrounds in the US, it’s no surprise Bend, Oregon, has made it a venue for our best Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers. Our first choice is to head to the world-renowned climbing hotspot at the impressive Smith Rock State Park. Whether you’ve climbed before or are new to the sport, join the Smith Rock Climbing School instructors for an unforgettable experience scaling the climbing routes around Smith Rock State Park, which can satisfy climbers of any skill level. 

Perhaps our most relaxing tip on our list of Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers – yet equally as enjoyable – is to complete the Bend Ale Trail, which explores Bend’s famous craft beer scene. Here, you’ll be provided with a beer passport, and the aim is to collect as many stamps as possible while touring Bend’s local pubs, taverns, and microbreweries.  

Take advantage of the amazing hospitality and outdoor adventures that have put Bend, Oregon, on the map this Spring Break trip by booking ahead to stay at the Hotel Peppertree Bend. 

Soaring above Moab, Utah 

Located just south of the remarkable Arches National Park, our next destination hosting several options for Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers is Moab, Utah, the nation’s most popular mountain biking destination. Surrounded by unbelievable red rock formations and awe-inspiring scenery, our top tip for an exceptional mountain bike trail experience is to head out with the tour guides at Moab Adventure Center, with their custom trails designed to suit riders of any level of experience. 

Another favorite activity in Moab will take you skywards with an exhilarating hot air balloon ride over the Dead Horse Point, Arches National Park, and Canyonlands National Park with Redrock Ballooning. Nothing takes the breath away quite like a sunrise flight with panoramic views of the incredible local landscape below. 

Heighten your whole Spring Break escape to Moab, Utah, when you book to stay at the Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn. 

Tampa, Florida, gateway to the Gulf of Mexico 

Inevitably, any shortlist of the best Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers has to include visiting the Sunshine State. With its coast-to-coast offerings of sun-soaked beaches, our first choice Florida destination is the great city of Tampa. If you love water sports, then make for the Bay Riders Water Sports venue, where you and your friends can enjoy an action-packed day on the water, renting jet skis, paddleboards, boats, and kayaks. However, if you’re feeling more adventurous, you can check out the views over the Gulf of Mexico while parasailing with Gators Parasail from nearby Madeira Beach.  

In our eyes, you’re never too old to enjoy a rollercoaster, and fortunately, Tampa is home to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Whether you relish the thrill of experiencing negative-G on the Serengeti Flyer or the 76-mph plummet from the 206-foot-tall Iron Gwazi – with numerous rides and ten adrenaline-fuelled rollercoasters, Busch Gardens is ideal for a thrilling Spring Break escapade. 

Make the most of your Spring Break vacation to Tampa, Florida, by booking your accommodation at the Best Western Tampa. 

Aquatic escapades at Hood River, Oregon 

Our final Spring Break destination recommendation finds us back in Oregon, but this time in the city of Hood River. As a mecca for wind sports enthusiasts, Hood River provides several Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers who like to harness the raw power of nature. Regardless of skill levels, you can join the team at Big Winds for wing, windsurfing, kiteboarding rentals, and expert lessons on the Columbia River. 

Maintaining Hood River’s aquatic adventure theme, our next tip of Spring Break ideas for thrill seekers takes advantage of the numerous hiking trails along the Columbia River Gorge. Here, you can connect with the hike leaders at Cascade Canyon Guides for our favorite excursion on one of their inspiring waterfall hiking tours. 

Whatever you choose to do on your Spring Break trip to Hood River, Oregon, ensure you get a great night’s sleep every night when you book ahead at the Best Western Plus Hood River Inn.