It’s no secret that Louisiana summers are hot. If you’re looking for a family-friendly spot where you can sink your toes in the sand and enjoy the cool, refreshing water, then you simply have to check this place out.

White Sands Lake Day Beach is family-oriented recreational facility over in Franklinton, Louisiana.

White Sands Lake Day Beach/Facebook This family-owned hidden gem has been around since 2008 and it’s about to become your new favorite summer spot.

From the white sandy beaches to the inflatable aqua park, there’s something for everyone at White Sands Lake.

White Sands Lake Day Beach/Facebook Rent a cabana and spend the day grilling, playing volleyball, or just relaxing.

No matter how old you are, you’re bound to have a blast playing in the aqua park.

White Sands Lake Day Beach/Facebook Just a few of the park’s inflatables include teeter-totters, water trampolines, water slides, a blob bag, and many more. To keep everyone safe, several of the inflatables are age restricted.

The large, spring-fed lake is perfect for keeping cool on a hot summer day.

White Sands Lake Day Beach/Facebook You can rent kayaks, paddle boats, or stand up paddle boards so you can explore the lake on your own.

And of course, the white sandy beach is perfect for relaxing and getting some sun.

White Sands Lake Day Beach/Facebook The aqua park is still close enough so you can keep an eye on the youngsters while you catch up on that book you’ve been meaning to finish.

White Sands Lake Day Beach is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

White Sands Lake Day Beach/Facebook Adults and kids 12+ are $15 and kids 3-11 are $10. Price includes all-day admission to the beach and the water park.

You can find them at 52129 Sandstone Blvd., Franklinton, Louisiana 70438.

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White Sands Lake Day Beach/Facebook

This family-owned hidden gem has been around since 2008 and it’s about to become your new favorite summer spot.

Rent a cabana and spend the day grilling, playing volleyball, or just relaxing.

Just a few of the park’s inflatables include teeter-totters, water trampolines, water slides, a blob bag, and many more. To keep everyone safe, several of the inflatables are age restricted.

You can rent kayaks, paddle boats, or stand up paddle boards so you can explore the lake on your own.

The aqua park is still close enough so you can keep an eye on the youngsters while you catch up on that book you’ve been meaning to finish.

Adults and kids 12+ are $15 and kids 3-11 are $10. Price includes all-day admission to the beach and the water park.

You can find them at 52129 Sandstone Blvd., Franklinton, Louisiana 70438.

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