KIDS

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A SPLASH While some may prefer to stay inside to keep cool this by Cassidie Cox and summer, visiting a splash pad, water park, or natural body Ann Marie Kennon of water with friends or family is a great way to beat the heat. If you are looking for alternatives to neighborhood

Garey Park, one of Georgetown’s many nature GAREY PARK SPLASH PAD pools, the following are a few places that can be fun for anyone. gems, boasts scenic hiking trails and ponds as well as family friendly amenities. A 7,000-square-foot splash pad is perfect for toddlers and kids to cool off after a nature walk. The 28 water features are motion controlled: water cannons, tunnels, spider spray, and a water mill. The splash pad is open now through October 31 from 8am to 7:30pm, weather permitting. The park is open April 1-September 30, 8am to 8pm, and October 1-March 31, 8am to 6pm. Admission to the park is $2 per resident, $4 for non-residents, and free for ages 3 and under, including all non-equestrian amenities. Visit 6450 RM 2243 in Georgetown. GEORGETOWN COMMUNITY CENTER

From a splash pad and playscape to a miniature train, Southwestern Regional Park is a kid’s paradise. Families can enjoy the sports fields, tennis and basketball courts, playscape, hike and bike trail, picnic areas, and pavilions. The Cedar Park Railroad miniature train takes passengers on a scenic 1.4-mile ride through the fields and forests of the park. Train tickets are $2.50 each. The Quarry Splash Pad is open 10am to 6pm Wednesday to Sunday, and the park is open 7:30am to 10pm daily at 3005 County Road 175 in Leander. QUARRY SPLASH PAD • LEAN D E R

 1003 N Austin Avenue • 10am-8pm Splash pool, $0-3 depending on age picnic tables, covered, restrooms, free parking

R O The perfect summer getaway, Rock’N River Water Park features swimming pools, a splash pad, lazy river, snacks, and a bar. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for adults ages 50 and over, $10 for children ages 2-17, and $5 for kids ages 2 and under. Rock’N River Water Park is open daily noon to 7pm except Wednesdays and is located at 800 Harrell Parkway in Old Settlers Park near the Dell Diamond in Round Rock. Early arrival is recommended as online tickets do not guarantee admission once the park reaches maximum capacity.

CK 'N RIVER WATER PARK • ROUND ROCK

3830 Brushy Creek Rd, Cedar Park • 7:30am-10pm Fri-Sun FREE (rentals available), pavilions, grills, fishing areas, restrooms, picnic tables, fitness area. Covered children's play area with castings of dinosaur bones to discover, playscape and swings, and specially designed boulders for climbing. Free parking.  CHAMPION PARK SPLASH PAD • CED A R P ARK