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When I moved to Colorado a long time ago from the East Coast, the biggest disappointment for me was that, in a landlocked state, there aren’t as many beach options. But that doesn’t mean that your local area doesn’t have plenty of opportunities for you to don that cute bathing suit you picked up over the winter and swore you would find an opportunity to wear this summer. So, for this editor’s pick, we wanted to rank up the best excuses to put on a bathing suit in your area or that you can set up your own backyard:
Boulder Creek
It may not be big for swimming, but one thing that Boulder Creek is known for is tubing, which is a lot of fun in the summer. With a lot of snowmelt, the creek tends to be nice and cool, even in the summer.
The Great Outdoors Water Park
Probably the biggest and best water park in Boulder County, The Great Outdoors offers fun for the whole family while also going out of their way to make the park handicap accessible.
Boulder Reservoir
If you’re looking for an actual beach in Colorado, there may not be any coastline, but there’s the sandy shores of the Boulder Reservoir that’ll make you feel like you’re on the coast again. It’s open from Memorial Day through Labor Day every year.
Scott Carpenter Pool
Not looking to come home with sand between your toes? Scott Carpenter Pool is a great location if you’re just looking to enjoy a swimming local swimming pool either for yourself or your family.
Slip N Slide in Your Backyard
Don’t feel like going out to cool down and have some wet and wild fun? Why not share your own childhood memories of playing on a slip n slide with your next generation. The original Wham-O Slip N Slide runs for less than $20 these days.
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