Illustration by Ryleigh Hood<\/a><\/p>\nJuly and August are some of the hottest months of the year. In the heat of the summer, here are some pools, lakes and waterparks for Dallas-Fort Worth residents to stay cool and have fun at.<\/p>\n
Bad K\u00f6nigshofen Family Aquatic Center<\/p>\n
Located within S.J. Stovall Park in Arlington, this aquatic center features a pool with an interactive spray pad, a shallow-water play pool, a lap pool, a diving area and two water slides. Additionally, they offer storage lockers, shower facilities, a shade pavilion and concessions. <\/p>\n
Open until Aug. 9, the center is closed on Tuesdays and has varying hours throughout the week. Admission for residents under 48 inches is $8 and $9 for those over 48 inches. Children 12 months and under have free admission. <\/p>\n
Burger\u2019s Lake<\/p>\n
The 20-foot-deep lake, located in Fort Worth, is home to a 30-acre park. The waterpark includes slides, diving boards, pavilions, a kids splash pad, volleyball courts and more. Opened in 1929, this is Texas\u2019 oldest waterpark, according to the Burger\u2019s Lake website. <\/p>\n
The park is open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Great White water slides are also open daily from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. <\/p>\n
A day pass costs $20 before taxes, with the Great White Slides being an additional $10. Military discounts are available. Parking is included in the admission price. <\/p>\n
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark<\/p>\n
Located in Grand Prairie, this 80,000-square-foot waterpark offers residents many attractions, including their outdoor wave pool, The Swimming Hole and the Rio Grand lazy river. They also have a 4,000-square-foot arcade and a cafe. <\/p>\n
They are open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday to Saturday. Daily admission starts at $44 with online savings and special events, like tiny tot time, where kids under 5 and parents can play in the park from 8 to 10 a.m. for $7. <\/p>\n
Howard Moore Play Pool<\/p>\n
Located at the Howard Moore Park in Arlington, this pool is designed for children ages 7 and under and includes amenities like an interactive water structure, family changing rooms, shade umbrellas and limited concessions. <\/p>\n
Open until Aug. 9, the facilities are closed on Mondays and have varying hours. For people under 48 inches, the admission fee is $3, and for those over 48 inches it is $4. Children 12 months and under can enter for free. <\/p>\n
Joe Pool Lake<\/p>\n
Located in Grand Prairie, on the northwest shore of Joe Pool Lake lies Lynn Creek Park, where a white sand swimming beach, a playground, restrooms, showers, a concession stand, 2 boat ramps and more. <\/p>\n
The park is open until Sept. 15 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. For Grand Prairie residents, admission is free and $20 for nonresidents on a business day, $40 on a holiday weekend. <\/p>\n
Randol Mill Family Aquatic Center<\/p>\n
This aquatic center includes a shallow water playground, vortex pools, current channel, water slide and additional areas that offer recreational fun for all ages. They also have two shade pavilions, shower facilities and concessions. <\/p>\n
Open until Aug. 9, the center has varying hours and is closed Wednesdays. <\/p>\n
Infants 12 months and under have free admission. Other admission prices are based on height, with those under 48 inches at $8 and $9 for those over 48 inches. <\/p>\n
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor<\/p>\n
At Hurricane Harbor, DFW residents can enjoy over 40 rides and attractions like tall, splash-worthy rides, the Lazy River, Surf Lagoon, splash pads and more. In addition to Cabanas, Biminis and other resting areas, there are over a dozen dining options around the park, from frozen desserts, refreshing drinks and pizza. <\/p>\n
Drink and dining deals are available, starting around $20. Daily tickets for the park start around $29, with membership passes starting at $70. General parking is $35. <\/p>\n
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