8 places to cool off at U.S. national parks this summer

Don’t let the summer heat deter you from hitting the road this summer.

Though much of the western U.S. has experienced record temperatures this year, the national parks across the country have many places where cool waters await travelers in need of a break. The National Park Foundation, which helps protect more than 84 million acres of national parks, has highlighted some of the many places for enjoying the outdoors without losing your cool.