Taking an outing to a pool or splash pad is a great way to beat the heat during summer’s hottest days. Long Island has plenty of spots like this scattered all across Nassau and Suffolk counties. Here are a few that our REALTORS® have come to love over their many summers serving this area of New York.
- Bay Park – 198 1st Ave., East Rockaway, NY 11518
Adventurous kids will love the combined splash pad and playground at Bay Park in East Rockaway. This unique play space’s more striking feature is its three-story tower and attached slides, but there are also swings, monkey bars, and other playground equipment on-site. Safe to use even when they’re soaked, this park is perfect for kids who are always on the move. - Wantagh Park – 1 King Road, Wantagh, NY 11793
In addition to its golf courses and several massive sports fields, Wantagh Park also offers a sprawling swimming complex. This attraction is stuffed with opportunities for summer fun, including several public pools, a diving pool, a shallow sprinkler pool for kids, and even two towering waterslides. There’s also a playground where kids can spend some time in the sun playing with friends while they dry off. If you get hungry, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the many concession stands located within the facility. - Jones Beach State Park – 2400 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh, NY 11793
Jones Beach State Park may be right next to one of the most popular beaches on Long Island, but it also has a massive pool for those who prefer to swim in more controlled conditions. Kids can cool off at the facility’s splash pad while you relax at one of the picnic tables or loungers available for guest use. If you have a little extra time, consider dropping by the Nature Center for a fun educational experience to end the day. - Rockville Centre Recreation Center – 111 N. Oceanside Road, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Got tech-savvy kids who can be reluctant to spend time outdoors? The children’s area of the Rockville Centre Recreation Center offers a unique interactive splash pad that may pique their interest. The area sports seven spouts of water that erupt from the ground or from plastic or concrete structures scattered around the play area. As part of the center’s revolutionary smart playground, these geysers can connect to tablets and smartphones to display additional elements like stories and games. While it’s not the biggest splash pad on this list, it’s a unique experience you can only get near our Rockville Centre homes for sale. - Cantiague Park – 480 W. John St., Hicksville, NY 11801
Cantiague Park‘s water features make it well worth a visit if you’re in the Hicksville area. The park’s sprinkler play area boasts a play structure to climb on and a wide array of wheels and buttons to control the fountains’ spray, giving kids a ton of options to explore while they cool off on a hot day. If you’re more interested in swimming, the park also has several large pools and even a few waterslides.
No matter the season, there’s always something fun to do on Long Island. Why not become part of this community yourself? Contact us today to learn more about our Nassau County homes for sale or our Suffolk County homes for sale and start looking forward to your family’s bright future on Long Island.