Home Outdoor Fun Take a Dip! 6 Parks Made for Splashing by Meghan Yudes MeyersApril 27, 2021 Search more like this award winningfresh airgolf coursegreat outdoorsnature centerrope climbingtravelvitamin dtrailbridgeriverfarmsteadfunmusical instrument Advertisement Trending Now News Disney+’s Prices Are Increasing—Unless You Want to Watch Ads Food & Drink General Mills Is Bringing Back 4 Classic Sugar Cereals That Your Mom Never Let You Eat Viral & Trending Cat Sneaks into Family Car & Joins Their Road Trip, Becomes Instant Celebrity Viral & Trending Weatherman Discovers His Map Is a Touchscreen and His Reaction Is So Pure Celeb & Entertainment Serena Williams Announces Retirement: ‘If I Were a Guy, I Wouldn’t Be Writing This’ Advertisement The weather is warm and the sun is shining. Get some fresh air and catch some vitamin D while checking out one of these parks with creeks and rivers for some splashing fun with your whole gang. Pack up a picnic blanket, sunblock and towels for a fun day in the great outdoors. Editor’s note: Due to COVID-19 regulations, park access and closures are subject to change. Check park websites for updates before planning your visit. Toddlin’ Across America Catoctin Creek Park & Nature Center Take a leisurely hike down to Pebble Beach, and get ready to do some old fashioned creek stomping. Stop by a shade-drenched picnic table for a quick snack on your way down to the water. When your kiddos are all splashed out, head over to the musical instrument garden and play a few tunes.2929 Sumantown Rd.Middletown, MD 21769Online: recreater.com Toddlin’ Across America Elizabeth Mills Riverfront Park Just try and keep your little ones from climbing the rocks sprawled across this riverfront locale. Or don’t, because this wading area is fun for all ages. Don’t be put off by the stroll through the golf course. It is worth the walk to enjoy some time in the chilly river water.44105 Heron WayLansdowne, VA 20176Online: loudoun.gov LocowithKids Blue Ridge Center for Environmental Stewardship Step back in time as you step into a flowing stream. Take the Farmstead Loop, the center’s signature hiking trail. Just over a mile long, the path is perfect for the whole family. Once a road through a 19th-century farming community, this scenic trail passes by multiple historic structures, Wortman Pond (great for splashing), and Piney Run.11661 Harpers Ferry Rd.Purcellville, VA 20132Online: blueridgecenter.org Toddlin’ Across America C&O Canal Towpath What is the towpath, exactly? The towpath is the dirt and stone path that runs 184.5 miles along the C&O Canal, where families can walk, run, or bike the distance between Georgetown and Cumberland, MD, but we prefer the stop in Point of Rocks, MD. The Potomac River’s view is beautiful, so beautiful that you won’t be able to resist a little toe-dipping.Point of Rocks, MDOnline: nps.gov Amazon Terrapin Nature Area You won’t want to miss these spectacular views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and some prime splashing on the sandy beaches. This award-winning 276-acre nature park features a 3.25-mile oyster chaff walking trail that meanders through wildflower meadows, wetlands, tidal ponds and woodlands. Keep an eye out for lots of creatures and critters too.191 Log Canoe CircleStevensville, MD 21666Online: qac.org Jodie P. via Yelp Potomac Heritage Trail About a mile in, you’ll discover an awesome pool and little waterfall perfect for some afternoon water fun. Enjoy a few creek crossings along the way too. This is a great option when you don’t want to travel too far out of the city.The Mouth of Pimmit Run & Pimmit Run and Chain Bridge Historical MakersMcLean, VAOnline: nps.gov LocowithKids Worth the Drive: Cool Spring Preserve Consider crossing state lines for this one because it is worth the extra miles. The crystal clear creek isn’t the main attraction here. Your little ones will be all about the natural playspace before the splashing begins. Head to the stream to cool off after some tree stump and spider web rope climbing.1469 Lloyd RdCharles Town, WV 25414Online: potomacaudubon.org —Meghan Yudes Meyers, Angelica Kajiwara and Nella DuBon-Koch RELATED STORIES:6 National Parks DC Kids Will Love (& Cozy Cabins Nearby)6 Waterfalls Worth the Roadtrip This National Parks Road Trip Is Scientifically Proven to Be the Greatest Family Vacation of All Time Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Copy (Opens in new window) Search more like this award winningfresh airgolf coursegreat outdoorsnature centerrope climbingtravelvitamin dtrailbridgeriverfarmsteadfunmusical instrument Welcome to our Tinybeans family! Be sure to check your email for new activities, recipes and parenting hacks – and to see if you’ve won! Do you have a dog or cat? 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