Feeling that summer sun? Ready to take a dip in the cool water, but don't feel like dealing with the creatures of the deep... or a rogue piece of seaweed sliming against you?

Then you definitely want to head to the water park for some splish-splash fun.

Let's take a look at four spots to hit up in Maine and New Hampshire that beat the heat without all the beach sand.

Water Country in Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Water Country in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, opened in the '80s and has been around for over 40 years.

This water park boasts 18 different attractions, from super slides like Dragon's Den and Shoot to the nice and easy kiddie whirlpool or hanging out at the Tahiti Tree House.

Or maybe you want to test out the light and music-filled Hyperlight slide, a full sensory experience for sure.

Water Country opened for the 2025 season on June 7. For more information, visit Water Country's website.

Splashtown in Saco, Maine

Splashtown in Saco, Maine, opened in the late '90s and is connected to the Funtown amusement park.

This water park features multiple pools and slides, including the mat slide Corkscrew and the 60-feet-high adrenaline rush that is Poseidon's Plunge.

You can even rent a private cabana when you need a break from all the water fun you're having.

Splashtown opens for the 2025 season on June 14. For more information, visit Splashtown's website.

Whale's Tale Waterpark in Lincoln, New Hampshire

Whale's Tale Waterpark in Lincoln, New Hampshire, opened in the '80s, and its website states it is "one of the most award-winning waterparks in New England."

There are 13 different attractions to enjoy, from kid-friendly Whale Harbor to the spin-tastic Eye of the Storm.

This water park even has flowboarding, which is a combo of surfing, snowboarding, and skateboarding on a wave simulator.

Whale's Tale Waterpark opens for the 2025 season on June 14. For more information, visit Whale's Tale Waterpark's website.

Aquaboggan in Saco, Maine

Aquaboggan in Saco, Maine, the state's oldest water park, opened in 1979, according to Down East Magazine.

This water park has waterslides and wave pools, but it also has grand prix go-carts and mini golf, too.

The popular Yankee Ripper made a comeback with a new version only a few years ago. Get ready to drop with a big splash.

Aquaboggan opens for the 2025 season on June 28. For more information, visit Aquaboggan's website.

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You've got multiple cool-down options from relaxing pools to heart-pumping waterslides, and each one brings its own level of summertime fun.

Maybe road trip and hit them all up this season?

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