Beat the Heat South Jersey: 7 Places to Cool Off

Whether you’re looking to escape the heat or simply stay cool this summer, these South Jersey favorites have you covered.

 

The Funplex 

Mt. Laurel 

Slow down in the lazy river, speed up flying down the speed slide or get soaked under the giant dump bucket – all in The Funplex’s outdoor waterpark. You can also grab a snack, play a round of mini golf or head inside to play arcade, VR and laser tag games. 

 

Bridgeton Splash Park 

Bridgeton 

Have fun and cool off at Bridgeton Splash Park, open seven days a week through the summer, with three two-hour sessions each day. Splash your friends with water sprayers, run through the fountains and keep the fun going in the sun.  

 

Morey’s Piers Water Parks 

Wildwood 

Choose from two beachside water parks on Morey’s Piers, bursting with slides, rides, pools, ropes courses and more. Head to Raging Waters for a water slide and pool trail through the sky or visit Ocean Oasis for the cliff dive waterslide. 

 

Atsion Lake 

Shamong

Whether you’re swimming, kayaking or canoeing, Atsion Lake is the picturesque Piney spot you need for a break from the heat. Lounge on the lakeside beach and grab a snack from the concessions stand, which also houses changing rooms, restrooms and beach supplies for sale.  

 

Fasola Park Splashpad 

Deptford 

Hit the playground without the heat at Fasola Park’s splashpad, featuring a handful of fountain sprays and a cushioned ground to keep the kids cool through the summer. 

 

Parvin Lake 

Pittsgrove

Situated on the edge of the Pinelands, Parvin Lake is a perfect spot for swimming, boating, kayaking, canoeing and fishing. With a swimming beach, bathhouse, canoe rental and beach supplies at Parvin Grove, all you have to bring is the good times.   

 

Johnson’s Corner Farm Splashpad 

Medford 

Head to the farm to cool off before or after you pick up some delicious treats from the market (may we recommend the Strawberry ice cream). The splashpad features three pads for different ages with fun accents like lady bug sprayers, a bucket dump pad and a fire extinguisher.

 

July 2026
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