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Run through the rainbow-hued arches at Roberto Clemente State Park's sprayground. Photo courtesy of the park
Best Spraygrounds and Sprinklers for NYC Kids
Hit one of these ultimate NYC spraygrounds with your kids to cool off on hot days.
The expansive shoreline at Jacob Riis makes it an ideal beach for social distancing. Photo by Sara M.
NYC Beaches Reopen for Summer 2020 Season
Fourteen miles of NYC shores will open to swimming just in time for the Fourth.
Enjoy the spacious shore and freshwater at Fahenstock State Park's Lake Canopus. Photo courtesy of I Love the Hudson Valley
Swimming Lakes Near NYC for a Family Dip During Summer 2020
Take a dip in the great outdoors at these family-friendly swimming lakes near NYC.
Brooklyn's Sunset Park Pool is one of 15 public pools set to reopen for summer 2020. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
15 NYC Pools Set to Reopen by August 1 for Summer 2020 Swimming
Get your bathing suits ready. These 15 NYC pools are set to reopen soon.
New Yorkers will be on the outside looking in this summer: There will be no city pools. Keeping them shuttered saves the city $12 million.
NYC Coronavirus Updates: Outdoor Pools Won't Open, City Summer Camp Cuts, and More
It will be a pool-free summer in NYC. We have details on their closure and more coronavirus news.
Robert Moses State Park is a popular beach for Long Island families. Photo courtesy of Long Island State Parks
The Best Beaches for Families on Long Island
From Nassau to Suffolk and the East End, these LI beaches offer the best family amenities.
Bring your babes to Long Beach Island. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May
The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere. Here are the best.
New Jersey's most thrilling water park, Hurricane Harbor, reopens to the public July 23.
Best Water Theme Parks Near NYC for Families in 2020
Beat the heat wave with these 10 family-friendly water parks less than two hours away.
Cool off on a hot summer day at the expansive LeFrak Splash Pad in Prospect Park. Photo by Martin Seck for Prospect Park Alliance
Best Brooklyn Splash Pads and Water Playgrounds for Summer Fun
Let the kids cool off in Brooklyn's best sprinklers, fountains, and splash pads.
The Pier 6 Waterlab has been a favorite wet spot since it opened in 2010. Photo by Sara M
7 Play Fountains Where NYC Kids Can Get Totally Soaked
Kids can splash, wade around, and get wet at these fountains around the city.
Sunny Atlantic Beach Club in Long Island offers plenty of family-friendly fun. Photo courtesy of Sunny Atlantic Beach Club
Beach Clubs In or Near New York City with Kid-Friendly Vibes
Beach clubs in and around NYC offer fun in the sun, plus lots of extras
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Beaches & Water Parks for a Day Trip from NYC

Hit a CT beach at the right time, and you will have plenty of room to play and roam. Photo by Ally Noel
15 Great Beach Day Trips for Connecticut Families
These wide, sandy beaches offer a great escape on a summer day.READ MORE 
Bring your babes to Long Beach Island. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala
Best Jersey Shore Beaches for Families: Sandy Hook to Cape May
The Jersey Shore boasts some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere. Here are the best. READ MORE 
Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark is an expansive outdoor water park in the Poconos. Photo courtesy of the resort
Awesome Water Parks Near Philadelphia: What's Open in 2020
These nearby water parks are open for splashing fun this summer.READ MORE 
Splash at Pirate's Cove, a kiddie water park at Land of Make Believe in NJ.
Top Water Parks for New Jersey Kids and Families
More than a dozen NJ water parks have reopened for summer 2020.READ MORE 
Robert Moses State Park is a popular beach for Long Island families. Photo courtesy of Long Island State Parks
The Best Beaches for Families on Long Island
From Nassau to Suffolk and the East End, these LI beaches offer the best family amenities. READ MORE 
Splash amid the sprinklers at Cantiague Park. Photo courtesy of Long Island Playgrounds
Best Spraygrounds Open on LI For Summer 2020
These destinations are a perfect way for kids to cool off on a steamy Long Island day. READ MORE 

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Pick Your Own Guide to Farms Near New York City
As New Yorkers, we're lucky to have all the benefits of living in an amazing city with a nearby...READ MORE 
Take a hike with your little one on a family day trip from NYC. Photo: Shutterstock
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Family Day Trips and Weekend Getaways for NYC Kids
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See Pics of the New Public Beach Coming to Manhattan's West Side
Grab your sand toys: Construction is set to begin on Manhattan's first beach. READ MORE 
Visit High Point State Park For Epic Views and All-Seasons Recreation
Plan a day trip to this New Jersey gem and an off-the-beaten path monument. READ MORE 
7 Things to Do at Minnewaska State Park Preserve With Kids
Minnewaska State Park is a family-friendly all-season destination. READ MORE 
Lakeside Getaway at Cathedral Pines Campground in Maine
Far, far away (about 26 miles from the Canadian border), you will find an enchanted place anchored...READ MORE 
50 Top Summer Activities in NYC to Do Before School Starts
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10 Swimming Lakes in the Northeast for a Super Summer Getaway
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