LAKE ALLATOONA

A short 30 minute drive will lead you to the cool waters of Lake Allatoona in Acworth, GA.  You can cool down at a lake front campsite or tool around on your boat, either way head to Lake Allatoona when the hot summer heat starts to get to you.  www.allatoona.sam.usace.army.mil/

CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER

We all know and love her, but few realize just how much you can do on her.  From fly- fishing to tubing to canoeing everyone in the state can take advantage of all the Chattahoochee has to offer.  Head to your Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area to hike the trails or wade in the water.  www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/boating.htm

MCKOY POOL 

For all us who don't have the luxury of a private pool, for only $3 dollars head over to East Atlanta's McKoy public pool to cool off in the city's coolest swimming holes.  534 McKoy Street, Decatur. 404-378-8084

SIX FLAGS WHITE WATER

Boasting 26 slides and attractions, everyone in your family is bound to find a way to spend the day in this water wonderland.  The recent installation of Wiggles Water World,  an interactive water- centric land that stretches more than 40,000 square feet.  White Water an Atlanta institution and a great way to cool down this summer. www.sixflags.com/whitewater

GEORGIA AQUARIUM

What a better way to cool off than in Atlanta's biggest swimming pool?  Ok, so maybe you can't get in this water, but stepping out of the sun to explore with our underwater friends is just as good.  With over 60 exhibits and hundreds sea creatures from around the world you may need more than just a day to tour the Georgia Aquarium.  25 Baker Street 404-581-4000 www.georgiaaquarium.org 

(Source: The Sunday Paper)