Hot Springs, AR
#7 in Best Places to Visit in August
Few activities are more relaxing than soaking in water, and you’ll find plenty of ways to do so in Hot Springs. This Arkansas town’s biggest attractions are its naturally heated springs in Hot Springs National Park, where you can also enjoy a traditional bath, a massage and other spa services. When you’ve gotten your fill of the hot springs or want to beat the heat on days when temperatures climb into the 90s, spend a few hours zipping down waterslides or floating on the lazy river at the Magic Springs Theme and Water Park.
Whistler
#8 in Best Places to Visit in August
Whistler may be best known as a popular ski destination, but this Canadian town offers just as much fun in summer. Average daytime temperatures in Whistler hover between the 60s and 80s in August, so you can enjoy all kinds of warm-weather activities. Popular summer pursuits include swimming and boating in Lost Lake Park, hiking to stunning Brandywine Falls and mountain biking and whitewater rafting at Whistler Blackcomb. Whistler also hosts its annual Outdoor Summer Concert Series on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the warmer months, so plan on catching a free show while in town.
