When it gets so hot in Kansas that you don't want to move, a water park is exactly the medicine you need to keep cool! At this point, the most you can do is lay back and do nothing for a while as you try to beat the heat. A big favorite when you need to relax, these lazy rivers in KS are always cool and always there for us. Is everyone ready to take a dip?

8. The Great Wolf Lodge (KC)

This amazing family destination is great for a weekend out of the house, or just a day trip to their facilities. You can sit back and enjoy the river as the kids have fun at the water playground nearby.

7. Riverside Beach Family Aquatic Center (Independence)

This summer spot in Kansas is ideal for a hot day where you can't think of anything else besides the pool. No doubt, this is one of the best places to go tubing in Kansas.

6. Hays Aquatic Park (Hays)

Hays is a great place to beat the heat and work on your tan the fun way, in a lazy river! This one's a lot of fun, and not as noisy as some of the more popular parks. Of course, you can't forget the sunscreen!

5. The YMCA (Wichita)

Wichita's South YMCA is great if you'd like to enjoy a relaxing hot tub before your cooling dip in your tube.

4. McPherson Water Park (McPherson)

McPherson's water park is awesome for all ages, and not too busy on most days. You can work on your tan, and get that relaxing ride around the pool like you've always dreamed. All things considered, it's a great place to relax while you wait for the day to cool off.

3. Rock River Rapids (Derby)

Rock River Rapids is my all-around favorite place to go when I want to spend all day on one of the best float trips in KS. You can bet it's truly relaxing, among the sounds of children playing and water splashing.

2. Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park (Salina)

Kenwood Cove does it right when it comes to lazy rivers, and some days you'll be bumping into everyone as you travel slowly around the trail. There's not much that's more fun than a water park!

1. Long Branch Lagoon (Dodge City)

Like I've mentioned before, this spot is stellar for swimming and beating that summer heat. Long Branch Lagoon has a boomerang slide, and even more importantly, a long, long lazy river that's one of the best places to go tubing in KS.

Who's ready to take a dive into these stunning pools this summer? I know I am! Where's your favorite place to go tubing in KS? Also, when you're looking for something else to do with those summer days, you're welcome to check out this list of things you've gotta try, for instance! Just make sure you don't forget your summer gear!

Do you have a favorite lazy river in Kansas? Tell us about it on our nomination page and you just might see your suggestion featured in an upcoming article.