I'm sure I'm not the only one around these parts who hasn't remembered a summer quite this hot in some time, if at all. No joke about it, these Abilene days are sweltering. Folks young and old alike are jonesing for ways to keep cool.

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One of the most fun ways I can think of to keep cool is to visit an old-fashioned water park. Texas is fortunate to have quite a few. So grab your swim fins as we check out five of the top water parks closest to Abilene, according to Trip Advisor.

LOOK: TOP 5 WATER PARKS CLOSE TO ABILENE ACCORDING TO TRIP ADVISOR

Photo: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor/Facebook
Photo: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor/Facebook
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Six Flag Hurricane Harbor - Arlington

In Arlington is Six Flags Hurricane Harbor. Cool off with several rides including the Dive Bomber and Caribbean Chaos. Check out even more pictures and amenities.


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Photo: Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark/Facebook
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Epic Waters Indoor Water Park - Grand Prairie

Take it inside at this indoor water park in Grand Prairie. Climb aboard the Lasso Loop or the Yellowjacket. Explore more and take advantage of summertime fun.


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Schlitterbahn - New Braunfels

This one may be a little more than a day trip, but it is worth it. Have a blast on the Black Knight or take it easy on the Butterfly Bayou. Find out about pricing and promotions.


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Photo: Great Wolf Lodge/Facebook
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Great Wolf Lodge - Grapevine

Another great indoor water park is not too far down the road in Grapevine. At Great Wolf Lodge, you can take a ride down Crooked Creek or take a spin in Coyote Canyon. Check out even more pictures and attractions.


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NRH2O - North Richland Hills

Great for a weekend getaway north of Fort Worth. Take a ride on the Accelerator or see if you can handle the Viper. Learn more about the park and what they offer.

Let's face it, it's so hot, you have to come up with ways to keep cool. If you're a mom or dad, you'll look like a hero planning an outing to one of these water park destinations.

While you're on that road trip, stop by one of the cool museums that could be along your way.

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