23 Public Outdoor Pools in Greater Vancouver

From Vancouver to Maple Ridge and everywhere in between, here are 23 outdoor public pools to help you soak up summer

Credit: Kathleen Almeida, Kitsilano Pool

Vancouver

Hillcrest Aquatic Centre

Hillcrest Pool is part of the Hillcrest Aquatic Centre, a legacy of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. It’s the city’s largest aquatic facility and includes an indoor pool, outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

Address:
4575 Clancy Loranger Way
Vancouver, BC V5Y 2M4
Phone: 604-257-8680

Hours:
Daily, including holidays
6:00 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.

Fees:
Adult: $5.67
Youth (13-18 yrs): $4.00
Seniors (65+): $4.00
Child (3-12 yrs): $2.86

Features:
– Pool length: 25 and 50 m
– water toys, sprays, lazy river, bubble jets
– Diving boards (1,3 and 5 m)
– Slide
– Hot pool
– Universal change rooms and adult change rooms

Accessibility:
– pool lift, aquatic wheelchairs
– Wheelchair accessible
– change rooms for persons with disabilities

Passes accepted:
– Leisure access card (LAC)
– Flexipass

Children und 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old), one guardian can supervise up to five children.

 

Kitsilano Pool

Kitsilano Pool is Vancouver’s only public saltwater swimming pool; it’s located near the beach, cafés and neighbourhood of Kitsilano.

Address:
2305 Cornwall St
Vancouver, BC  V6K 1B6

Phone: 604-731-0011

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 8.15 p.m.

Fees:
Adult: $5.67
Youth (13-18 yrs): $4.00
Seniors (65+): $4.00
Child (3-12 yrs): $2.86

Features:
– Pool length: 137 m
– Salt water pool
– 3 slides

Accessibility:
– Wheelchair accessible
– Aquatic wheelchairs
– Aquatic pool lift

Passes accepted:
– Flexipass
– Leisure Access Card (LAC)

Children under 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old). One guardian can supervise up to five children.

 

Maple Grove Pool

Maple Grove Pool is a heated, outdoor shallow pool in the Kerrisdale neighbourhood that has a café and even a mini island.

Address:
6875 Yew St
Vancouver, BC  V6P 5W2

Phone: 604-266-9512

Hours:
June 21 – Aug 17
Monday – Sunday: 10:15 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

Aug 18 – Sept 1
Monday – Sunday: 10:45 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Fees:
Pool accepts cash only.

Adult: $2.50
Child / Youth (3-18 yrs): $1.50
Seniors (65+): $1.50

Features:
– Maximum depth: 3.5 m
– Heated outdoor wading pool
– Mini island
– Water basketball hoop

Accessibility:
– Wheelchair accessible

Passes accepted:
– Flexipass
– Leisure Access Card (LAC)

New Brighton Pool

New Brighton Pool offers regular length swimming as well as a sloped, beach-style entry for young children. It’s open from May to September.

Address:
North Windermere St (Near New Brighton Park)
Vancouver, BC

Phone: 604-298-1847

Hours:
Aug 11-24
Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Aug 25 – Sept 1
Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

Fees:
Adult: $5.67
Youth (13-18 yrs) / Seniors (65+): $4.00
Child (3-12 yrs): $2.86

Features:
– Length: 55 metres with a 25-metre area for swimming lengths
– Leisure pool
– Slide

Accessibility:
– Wheelchair accessible
– Aquatic wheelchairs
– Ramp access

Passes accepted:
– Flexipass
– Leisure Access Card (LAC)

Children under 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old). One guardian can supervise up to five children.

Second Beach Pool

Second Beach Pool is located near the beach, trails and forest of Stanley Park and features a sloped entry and gradual depths for children as well as separated lanes for lap swimmers.

Address:
Stanley Park Dr
Vancouver, BC

Phone: 604-257-8371

Hours:
Aug 11-24
Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Aug 25 – Sept 1
Monday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

Fees:
Adult: $5.67
Youth (13-18 yrs): $4.00
Seniors (65+): $4.00
Child (3-12 yrs): $2.86

Features:
– Length: 80m with a 50m section for swimming lengths
– Heated outdoor pool
– Graduated depths
– Separated area for swimming laps
– Slide

Accessibility:
– Wheelchair accessible
– Aquatic wheelchairs
– Ramp access

Passes accepted:
– Flexipass
– Leisure Access Card (LAC)

Children under 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old). One guardian can supervise up to five children.

*Please check official city websites for the most current information.

Credit: flickr/Mike Klassen, Central Park Pool

Burnaby

Central Park

With its 50 meters length, this heated public pool in beautiful Central Park offers the perfect opportunity for lap swimming.

Address:
Central Park Burnaby
6110 Boundary Road

Phone: 604-570-4000

Hours:
June 30 – Aug 24:
Public Swim: Daily (1 to 5 p.m.), Sunday (2 to 5 p.m.)
Loonie Swim: Monday – Friday (6 to 7:30 p.m.)
Lap Swim: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Masters & Laps: Monday & Wednesday (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

Aug 25-31:
Public Swim: Daily (1 to 5 p.m.)
Lap Swim: Monday – Friday (11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

Fees:
$1.00 Loonie Swim (all ages) it’s always only a dollar!
Preschool (0-3 yrs): $0.95
Child (4-12 yrs): $2.67
Student (13-18 yrs / valid student ID): $2.95
Adult (19-64 yrs): $3.75
Senior (65+): $2.95

Features:
– 6 lane, 50m pool with a depth of 3-12 feet
– Pool temperature: 28° C
– 1m diving board

Accessibility:
– Dedicated handicap change room with shower
– 1 handicap deck lift giving access to the pool

Children under 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old). One guardian can supervise up to three children.

MacPherson

MacPherson outdoor pool is a heated public pool located in South Burnaby.

Address:
MacPherson Park
5485 Rumble Street

Phone: 604-570-4000

Hours:
June 30 – Aug 24
Free Swim: Sunday (12 noon to 1: 30 p.m.)
Public Swim: Monday – Friday (1 to 5 p.m.), Saturday (1 to 6 p.m.), Sunday (2 to 6 p.m.)
Loonie Swim: Monday – Friday (6 to 7:30 p.m.)
Lap Swim (only with outdoor swim or b Active Passes): Monday-Friday (10 to 11:30 a.m.)

Aug 25-31
Public Swim: Daily (1 to 5 p.m.)

Fees:
$1.00 Loonie Swim (all ages) it’s always only a dollar!
Preschool (0-3 yrs): $0.95
Child (4-12 yrs): $2.67
Student (13-18 yrs / valid student ID): $2.95
Adult (19-64 yrs): $3.75
Senior (65+): $2.95

Features:
– Six lane, 25m pool with a depth of 3 to 10 feet
– Pool temperature 28° C
– 1m diving board
– Free wading pool
Children under 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old). One guardian can supervise up to three children.

Kensington

This heated public outdoor pool is located in North Burnaby’s Kensington Park and easily accessible by public transit.

Address:
700 Hammarskjold Drive

Phone: 604-570-4000

Hours:
June 30 – Aug 24
Free Swim: Sunday (12 noon to 1:30 p.m.)
Public Swim: Monday – Friday (1 to 5 p.m.), Saturday (1 to 7 p.m.), Sunday (2 to 7 p.m. )
Loonie Swim: Moday – Friday (6 to 7:30 p.m.)
Lap Swim (only with outdoor swim or b Active Passes): Daily (8:30 to 10 a.m.)

Aug 25-31
Public Swim: Daily (1 to 5pm)

Fees:
$1.00 Loonie Swim (all ages) it’s always only a dollar!
Preschool (0-3 yrs): $0.95
Child (4-12 yrs): $2.67
Student (13-18 yrs / valid student ID): $2.95
Adult (19-64 yrs): $3.75
Senior (65+): $2.95

Features:
– 6 lane, 25m pool with a depth of 3-10 feet
– Pool temperature is 28° C
– 1m diving board
– Free wading pool

Children under 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old). One guardian can supervise up to three children.

Robert Burnaby

Robert Burnaby public pool is located in Robert Burnaby Park, which also features tennis courts, playgrounds, trails and picnic areas.

Address:
8175 Wedgewood Street

Phone: 604-570-4000

Hours:
June 30 – Aug 24
Free Swim: Sunday (12 noon to 1:30 p.m.)
Loonie Swim: Monday – Friday (6 to 7:30 p.m.)
Public Swim: Monday – Friday (1 to 5 p.m.), Saturday (1 to 6 p.m.), Sunday (2 to 6 p.m.)
Lessons & Laps (only with outdoor swim or b Active passes): Monday – Friday (10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)

Aug 25-31
Public Swim: Daily (1 to 5 p.m.)

Fees:
$1.00 Loonie Swim (all ages) it’s always only a dollar!
Preschool (0-3 yrs): $0.95
Child (4-12 yrs): $2.67
Student (13-18 yrs / valid student ID): $2.95
Adult (19-64 yrs): $3.75
Senior (65+): $2.95

Features:
– 6 lane, 25m pool with a depth of 3-10 feet
– Pool temperature 28° C
– 1m diving board
– Free wading pool

Children under 8 must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old). One guardian can supervise up to three children.

*Please check official city websites for the most current information.

Surrey

Bear Creek Outdoor Pool

Enjoy Bear Creek public outdoor pool, located in beautiful Bear Creek Park, for free.

Address:
Bear Creek Park
13820 – 88 Avenue
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-501-5154

Hours:
June 28 to September 1
Every day: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Monday to Friday: 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Family Swim (Child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (6:00 to 7:30 p.m.)
Adult Lane Swim (Shared Pool Space): Monday to Friday (12:00 to 1:00 p.m. / 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.)

Fees:
Admission to the pool is free

 

Greenaway Outdoor Pool

Located next to a playground and tennis courts, free Greenaway outdoor pool offers fun for the whole family.

Address:
Greenaway Park
17901 – 60 Avenue
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-502-6257

Hours:
June 28 to September 1
Monday to Friday: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. / 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Fees:
Admission is free.

Family Swim (Child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (5:30 to 7:00 p.m.)
Adult Lane Swim (Shared Pool Space): Monday & Wednesday (7:00 to 8:00 p.m.)

Features:
Playground and tennis courts next to the pool.

Hjorth Road Outdoor Pool

Located in Hjorth Road Park, this free-admission outdoor pool is a popular spot to enjoy hot summer days and to have picnic on the adjoining meadows.

Address:
Hjorth Road Park
10277 – 148 Street
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-502-6256

Hours:
June 28 to September 1
Every day: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5.00 p.m.
Monday – Saturday: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Family Swim (child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (6:00 to 7:30 p.m.)
Parent & Tot (Shared Pool Space): Monday – Friday (12:00 to 1:00 p.m.)
Adult Lane Swim (Shared Pool Space): Monday – Friday (12:00 to 1:00 p.m.) / Mon, Wed, Fri (7:00 to 8:00 p.m.)

Fees:
Admission to the pool is free.

Features:
Plenty of grass next to the pool, perfect for picnic and fun with the family.

 

Holly Outdoor Pool

Located in Holly Park, this free outdoor pool is surrounded by beautiful green space.

Address:
Holly Park
10662 – 148 Street
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-502-6251

Hours:
June 28 to September 1
Monday to Friday: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. / 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. / 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 to 7:00pm

Family Swim (child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (5:30 to 7:00 p.m.)

Fees:
Admission to the pool is free.

Features:
Outdoor pool with changing facilities. Holly Park has also softball and soccer fields, lacrosse and ball hockey courts, a playground and a community garden.

Kwantlen Outdoor Pool

Kwantlen Outdoor Pool is located next to Kwantlen Park Secondary School and admission is free.

Address:
Next to Kwantlen Park Secondary School
13035 – 104 Avenue
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-502-6252

Hours:
June 28 to September 1
Every day: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Monday – Saturday: 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.

Family Swim (child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (6:00 to 7:30 p.m.)
Adult Lane Swim (Shared Pool Space): Tuesday, Thursday (7:00 to 8:00 p.m.)

Fees:
Admission is free.

Features:
Pool and change room facilities.

 

Port Kells Outdoor Pool

This free outdoor pool is an amenity of Port Kells Park, located just west of the Port Kells Village centre. The park also offers an artificial turf field, two baseball diamonds and a playground and picnic spot near the pool.

Address:
Port Kells Park
19340 – 88 Avenue
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-888-8650

Hours:
June 28 to September 1
Monday to Friday: 1:00 to 2:30pm / 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. / 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Family Swim (child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (5:30 to 7:00 p.m.)

Fees:
Admission to the pool is free.

Features:
Pool, washroom building with change rooms, playground and picnic spots near the pool.

 

Sunnyside Outdoor Pool

Enjoy this outdoor pool and its adjoining grassy picnic areas in Sunnyside Park for free.

Address:
Sunnyside Park
15455 – 26 Avenue
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-502-6255

Hours:
June 28 to September 1
Monday to Friday: 1:30 to 3:45 p.m. / 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Family Swim (child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (5:30 to 7:00 p.m.)
Adult Lane Swim / Parent & Tot (Shared Pool Space): Monday to Friday (12:00 to 1:00 p.m.), Monday to Thursday (7:00 to 7:30 p.m.)

Fees:
Admission to the outdoor pool is free.

Features:
The Park also offers sports fields, softball diamonds, tennis courts, a playground, and lots of grassy areas to picnic.

Unwin Outdoor Pool

Enjowy Unwin Outdoor Pool and its new water park. The pool is located in Unwin Park, which has many other amenities such as picnic shelters and sports fields. Admission is free.

Address:
Unwin Park
6845 – 133 Street
Surrey, BC

Phone: 604-501-5156

Hours:
June 30 to September 1
Monday to Friday: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. / 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. / 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. / 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Family Swim (child accompanied by an adult): Sunday (5:30 to 7:00 p.m.)
Adult Lane Swim (Shared Pool Space): Monday to Friday (12:00 to 1:00 p.m.)

Fees:
Admission to the pool is free.

Features:
Change room and shower facilities, picnic shelters close to the pool.

*Please check official city websites for the most current information.

Credit: City of Coquitlam, Spani Pool

Coquitlam

Eagle Ridge Outdoor Pool

Eagle Ridge Public Outdoor Pool is located next to Scott Creek Middle School, has a big parking lot and is easily accessible by public transit.

Address:
1200 Lansdowne Drive, entrance off Guildford Way

Phone: 604-927-6999

Hours:
Drop-in schedule effective until September 1

Public Swim:
Monday to Friday: 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. / 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Lengths only swim:
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Fees:
$2.00 per person

Features:
– 8 lanes, 25m length
– 2 diving boards
– Changing rooms
– Adjoining grass picnic area
– Lifeguard
Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

 

Spani Outdoor Pool

Spani outdoor pool is located in Mundy Park and is easily accessible by car or public transit.

Address:
Located in Mundy Park
655 Hillcrest Street

Phone: 604-927-6027

Hours:
Drop-in schedule effective until August 29
Monday to Friday: 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. / 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 1:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Fees:
$2.00 per person

Features:
– 8 lanes, 25m length
– 2 diving boards
– Changing rooms
– Adjoining grass picnic area
– Lifeguard
Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

*Please check official city websites for the most current information.

Credit: Township of Langley, Aldergrove Outdoor Pool

Langley

Aldergrove Outdoor Pool

This heated outdoor pool is located close to Aldergrove Park in Langley and is equipped with a waterslide for kids.

Address:
Aldergrove Park
27155 32nd Ave
Langley, British Columbia, V4W 3H9, Canada

Phone: 604.533.6170

Hours:
Check online.

Fees:
Child (4-12 yrs): $1.00
Youth (13-18 yrs): $1.47
Adult (19-59 yrs): $2.26
Senior (60+): $1.47
Family: $3.64 (combination of parents, guardians, or grandparents with children under the age of 19 years who reside in the same household, with max. 2 adults)

Features:
– Heated outdoor pool, length 20m
– Lifeguard on duty
– Showers, locker rooms, snack bar
– water slide
All children less than 7 years of age must be supervised by a responsible person who is at least 16 years of age.

 

Fort Langley Outdoor Pool

Located in Fort Langley Community Park, this heated outdoor pool is surrounded by green picinic areas, sports fields and other amenities.

Address:
Fort Langley Community Park
St. Andrews Avenue & Nash Street
Langley, British Columbia, V1M, Canada

Phone: 604-532-7350

Hours:
Check online.

Fees:
Child (4-12 yrs): $1.00
Youth (13-18 yrs): $1.47
Adult (19-59 yrs): $2.26
Senior (60+): $1.47
Family: $3.64 (combination of parents, guardians, or grandparents with children under the age of 19 years who reside in the same household, with max. 2 adults)

Features:
– Heated outdoor pool, length 15m
– Lifeguard
– Showers, locker room, snack bar
– Water slide, lane lines
All children less than 7 years of age must be supervised by a responsible person who is at least 16 years of age.

*Please check official city websites for the most current information.