Guide to Philadelphia Beaches, Pools, Splash Pads, and Lakes
Find the best places to go swimming or play in the water near Philly: our favorite lists of beaches, lakes, and pools include everything from the Jersey Shore to wading pools, lazy rivers, water castles, water slides, splash pads, water holes, and lakes!
Here's how to get wet and keep cool this summer in Philadelphia.
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