Arizona summers are brutal. For reference, I was born in the wickedly hot Miami, FL and even I wasn't prepared for the heat waves to completely shut down any chance of outdoor activity.

Arizona actually tends to see an uptick in seasonal depression over summers, as most residents tend to stay indoors for the entirety of the season as opposed to facing the unbearable heat.

How Can You Make Arizona Summers Tolerable?

There are a ton of ways to survive the never-ending heat waves while still getting your Vitamin D intake for the day. Sure, it's easy to throw on some sunblock and walk around with an umbrella, but even shade does little against the sun's raging rays.

It's important to stay hydrated, as your body loses a lot of moisture while out in the arid desert. Keeping hydrated will not only keep you safe, it'll keep you cool as well.

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ANOTHER Form of Hydration

Sure, drinking water is an excellent way to beat the heat, but why not do it one better: get IN the water! Despite being known as a "desert state", Arizona has plenty of opportunities get get wet through the dozens of lakes, streams, rivers, and water parks across the state!

No matter where you're located, you can likely find a place to dip in close to you, so we're going to give you the top-15 in the state! Grab your beach towels, dust off those goggles, and let's find the best ways to stay cool y'all!

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