Western Washington isn’t exactly known for its hot, sunny days — but all that changes in the summertime, when the local pools and water parks open and the locals and visitors flock to them to cool off. And there happens to be a highly underrated aquatic park hiding off Renton’s Maple Valley Highway you’ll enjoy whether you have young children or you’re just a kid at heart.

Located at 1719 Maple Valley Highway, the Henry Moses Aquatic Center is a more low-key version of some of the other water parks in the area.
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It's big and varied enough to enjoy a day there, but small and intimate enough that you won't lose a child (or yourself).
The lap pool feels amazing on a warm summer day.
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There's also a wave pool for anyone who feels like body surfing.
The outdoor complex also features two big water slides and a lazy river...
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... and there's a no-depth play area for little ones to enjoy.
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You're welcome to bring your own snacks or a picnic lunch, but there's also a snack bar onsite selling treats like pizza and ice cream.
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The Henry Moses Aquatic Center is open from June 23 - September 9 this year.
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The cost of admission is $8.50 for ages 5 and up for local residents, $15.00 for non-residents. Younger children receive discounted rates, and kids under 1 are free.

Want to see more photos of this epic outdoor water park? Gary Palmer posted this montage to YouTube at the end of the 2016 season.

https://youtu.be/iqcAQQYw_Nk

For a list of other fun water parks in Washington to enjoy this summer, click here.

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