For the perfect summer escape, located between L.A. and Bakersfield, head to this scenic reservoir for fun activities like ...

The city of Bakersfield operates 10 spray park spaces for unsupervised water play from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, except for the closing day, Monday, Sept. 1 which is Labor Day.

It won’t be ready until next summer, but Hart Memorial Park is set to get a new adventure playground complete with a Kern River-themed water feature.

If you couldn’t make Give Big at the Park, there is still a chance for you to donate to your favorite local nonprofit by visiting GiveBigKern.org. You can donate online until midnight on May 6th.