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Summer is here. If you look outside, you’re almost guaranteed to see shirtless runners and office workers in open-toed shoes.

The warm weather will just get warmer, so what can a Portland person do to cool down under the blistering sun? Why not jump into some cool, refreshing water!

Here are nine ways to get wet this summer. Remember, if you’re swimming in a lake or river, be aware of the water level and quality before you swim and bring life jackets for non-swimmers. Water can be faster than it looks, and colder, so stay safe!

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Read more: Hot temperatures and cold water make for a dangerous combination

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Public outdoor pools

Portland is dotted by classic outdoor pools. In fact, there is probably one in your neighborhood. Hours and prices vary, but you can get a multiple time punch card for most pools and become a regular.

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Creston Pool, 4454 S.E. Powell Blvd.

Montavilla Pool, 8219 N.E. Glisan St.

Grant Pool, 2300 N.E. 33rd Ave.

Columbia Pool, 7701 N. Chautauqua Blvd.

Sellwood Pool, 7951 S.E. Seventh Ave.

Peninsula Pool, 700 N. Rosa Parks Way

Pier Park Pool, 9314 N. St. Johns Ave.

Wilson Pool, 1151 S.W. Vermont St.

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Hotel outdoor pools

If it’s really hot and you are feeling really rich, you can get a room at a local hotel and hit up their pool. We’ve got

but two good options are the

(

909 N. Hayden Island Dr

.) and

(

1000 N.E. Multnomah St.

)

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Willamette River

You might have noticed that a river runs right through Portland. Don’t let the haters dissuade you -- you can swim in this river!

If you’re downtown, jump in at

underneath the Marquam Bridge. The Human Access Project, an organization dedicated to getting people into the Willamette,

.

Please note: Swimming is no longer allowed at Kelley Point Park.

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Sauvie Island

Sauvie Island is one of the more popular river beach destinations in proximity to Portland, which means on a hot day, parking is a nightmare. Also, you will need to buy a parking pass.

But if you are ready to brave crowds, try Walton Beach at the north end of Reeder Road, for sandy beach along the Columbia.

If you want to enjoy the warm weather without clothes on, Collins Beach, up the shore from Walton Beach, is a hot spot for Portlanders enjoying a naked summer.

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Read more: The best beaches in Portland: 12 places to get sun in the city

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Rooster Rock State Park

Another popular clothing-optional beach on the Columbia River is

. However, it isn’t all clothing-optional, and even the clothed will enjoy sunbathing and dipping into the cool water.

, as high river levels might limit access to the clothing-optional beach.

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Sandy River

Swimming or floating the Sandy River is a lovely way to spend a summer day. There are several parks with beaches, some with lifeguards. For an easy jump in, with access to

, try

.

is another popular access spot, or you can go further down to

or

.

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Henry Hagg Lake

If rivers aren’t your jam but you want a freshwater swimming experience,

has plenty of places to splash around. Hagg Lake is also a great place to put a boat in the water and explore.

Remember, just because this is a lake and not a river doesn’t mean that it is completely safe. Many launch areas around the lake have loaner life jackets. Use them!

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Washougal River

Trade in sandy beach for smooth rocks along the Washougal River. Find a nice spot along the river by driving past Washougal, north on Washougal River Road, where

, you will find spots to pull over and clamber down to the river.

It’s far enough away from Portland that it won’t be as busy as some closer spots, but don’t be surprised if, by afternoon, your tranquil getaway is full of people.

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Lewisville Regional Park

For river access in Washington with a parking lot, try

. There’s no lifeguard monitoring swimmers along the East Fork Lewis River, and the water can be fast, so be careful.

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-- Lizzy Acker

503-221-8052

lacker@oregonian.com, @lizzzyacker

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