Summer Swimming Pools in Northeast Ohio: A Guide to Hours and Activities
As the heat wave begins to ease, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the summer season with a trip to one of the many local swimming pools across Northeast Ohio. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly activities, adult-only swim times, or special events, there’s something for everyone. Below is a comprehensive guide to the hours and features of various pools in the area.
Akron: Perkins Woods Pool
Perkins Woods Pool, located at 899 Diagonal Road, offers free admission. The outdoor pool is open seasonally from June through August, depending on weather conditions. Here are the scheduled times:
- Open Swim: Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.
- Adult-Only Swim: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- TOT Swim (Toddlers and Their Parents): Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Avon: Extended Hours Through September
Avon’s pools have late-season hours available through September 1.
- Weekdays: 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Weekends: 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to noon
Bay Village: Family-Friendly Features
The Bay Village Family Aquatic Center offers a variety of amenities, including two slides, diving boards, and a splash area. Regular hours are as follows:
- Monday–Friday: Noon to 8 p.m.
- Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Beachwood: Special Lap and Open Swim Times
Beachwood’s pool operates with specific lap and open swim schedules during the months of August 13 through September 1.
- Thursday–Friday:
- 6:15–8:30 a.m. (Lap Swim)
- 4–8 p.m. (Open Swim)
- Saturday–Sunday:
- 9–10:45 a.m. (Lap Swim)
- 11 a.m.–7:30 p.m. (Open Swim)
Cleveland: Multiple Options for All Ages
Cleveland has numerous pools open for the season, including Duggan Park, Gassaway Pool, Greenwood Park, and others. These facilities are open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 7:30 p.m.
Cleveland Heights: Splash Pad and Outdoor Pool
The Cain Park Splash Pad and Cumberland Outdoor Pool are now open for the season. The outdoor pool will remain open through September 1.
Elyria: Varying Daily Hours
The East Pool and North Pool in Elyria are now open for the season, though their hours vary daily. It’s recommended to check the latest updates before visiting.
Lakewood: Admission and Season Passes Available
Lakewood’s Foster Pool at Lakewood Park and Becks Pool at Madison Park are open for the season. Daily admission and season passes are available for visitors.
Lyndhurst: Detailed Schedule for Open and Adult Swim
Lyndhurst Pool is open through September 1, with specific hours for different swim sessions.
- Monday–Friday:
- 1–5:30 p.m. (Open Swim)
- 5:30–6:30 p.m. (Adults Only)
- 6:30–8 p.m. (Open Swim)
- Saturday:
- 11 a.m.–noon (Adults Only)
- Noon–5:30 p.m. (Open Swim)
- 5:30–6:30 p.m. (Adults Only)
- 6:30–8 p.m. (Open Swim)
- Sunday:
- 11 a.m.–noon (Adults Only)
- Noon–6 p.m. (Open Swim)
Mayfield Heights: Regular and Postseason Hours
The Aquatic Center is open through August 17, with post-season extending through September 1. During this time, pools will be closed on Fridays, and hours will depend on staffing.
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 11:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.
- Wednesday: 1:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
- Saturday, Sunday: 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mayfield Village: Lanes and Waterslide
Parkview Pool is now open for the season and includes lanes and a waterslide.
- Monday/Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Friday: 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday/Sunday: 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Medina: Season Passes Available
Memorial Pool offers season passes that can be used through September 1.
Middleburg Heights: Fun for Kids
This pool features a splash area, lily pad walk, and tumble buckets. It is open through early September.
- Monday–Friday: 10 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.
- Saturday–Sunday: Noon to 6:45 p.m.
North Canton: Dog-Friendly Option
The Dogwood Swimming Pool is open through September 1.
Parma: Two Pools and a Splash Pad
Parma has two pools, the Nike Pool and Walter’s Grove Pool, along with the Parma Splash Pad. Both pools are open through August 24, with dog swim hours on August 30 from noon to 2 p.m.
Rocky River: Open to Residents and Guests
The Outdoor Municipal Pool is open through Labor Day and is accessible to residents and their guests.
Shaker Heights: Slides and Splash Zone
The pool at Thornton Park is open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. It features slides, lanes, and a splash zone.
South Euclid: Weekend Hours and Daily Access
The Bexley Park Pool is open only on weekends through August 24, with limited hours available through September 1. The Quarry Splash Park is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through September 1.
Twinsburg: Extended Hours
Twinsburg Water Park is open through September 2, with extended hours on weekdays.
- Monday–Friday: 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Monday–Friday (Extended): 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Westlake: Aquatic Center and Peterson Pool
Westlake Aquatic Center and Peterson Pool are now open through September 1, with adult swim hours available.
Wooster: Sprays and Pools
Knights Field Sprayground is open daily through August 16. Freelander Pool is also open through August 16, with the following hours:
- Monday–Friday: Noon to 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday: Noon to 6 p.m.
If you have information about a Northeast Ohio pool not included in this list, feel free to email [email protected].
