Do you have a favorite natural swimming hole? Here in the Buckeye State, they can be hard to find. Hiding in southern Ohio, there’s a natural water park with a sandy beach, water slides and even a splash pad. A day on the lake is extra special at The Beach at Long’s Retreat Family Resort. Here’s why you’ll want to visit this natural swimming hole:

Long’s Retreat Family Resort in Latham is a hidden gem that locals enjoy summer after summer for some unforgettable family fun in the sun.
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Please note: To stay up to date on when the lake and other activities open for the season, follow Long's Retreat Family Resort on Facebook.
During usual hours of operation, you can swim at The Beach from Memorial Day - Labor Day and you can camp at Long's Retreat from April - October.
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For more information about swimming passes for The Beach, visit Long's Retreat's website.
The Beach at Long's Retreat features swimming, three waterslides and a pretty epic splash pad.
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You can even rent a canoe or paddleboat right by the swimming area.

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For the two large waterslides, you can purchase tickets to ride for 25 cents each or a $7 all-day pass.
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Right next to the large waterslides, you'll find the boat dock. It opens at 10 a.m., weather permitting.
When you're not out on the lake, there's tons of other things to do at this resort. There's a Kiddie Area, go-karts, an arcade, mini golf, basketball courts and more.
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For individual rates for these activities, click here.
Additionally, there's a wide variety of overnight accommodations to choose from here if you're looking to make a mini-vacation out of your visit.
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Hook up your RV, pitch a tent or rent a cabin. Click here for more information about the different options at Long's Retreat.

Have you ever stayed or swam at Long’s Retreat? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

For more fun places to swim in Ohio this summer, check out our previous article: 10 Pristine Hidden Beaches Throughout Ohio You’ve Got To Visit This Summer.

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Long's Retreat Family Resort, Bell Hollow Road, Latham, OH, USA