City Pool and Splash Pad Information

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People swim in a large, zero-depth entry pool with a spray feature and water slide.

2023 Season Information 

We have 3 public pools and 15 public splash pads across the city. The pool season will run from June 9 through August 19. Splash pads will be running from June 9 to September 10.

All pools will be open from noon to 4 pm on July 4. Splash pads will be open as regularly scheduled.

Closures

Closure information will be announced on our Facebook page and on the 24/7 cancellation hotline at 616-456-3699.

Open Swim Admission (cash or credit card)

RESIDENTS

Youth (17 and under): $1

Adults (over 17): $3

NONRESIDENTS

Youth (17 and under): $3

Adults (over 17): $5

Splash Pad Admission

Free for all visitors

Punchcards and Season Passes

punchcard (Youth admission = 1 punch, adult admission = 2 punches)

10-Punch: $8/resident, $18/nonresident

20-Punch: $15/resident, $25/resident

Punchcards can be purchased at all 3 pool locations. Cash or credit accepted.

Family season pass (valid for a household of up to 6 people. unlimited admission to all pools.)

Resident: $80

Nonresident: $90

Season passes can be purchased at all 3 pool locations. Cash or credit accepted.

Private Pool Rentals

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Hours, Locations and Photos 

People enjoy Briggs Park Pool with a spray fountain and slide.

Briggs Park Pool 

350 Knapp St NE View map

Season Information and Open/Lap Swim Hours:

2023 Season:

June 9 through August 19

2023 Open Swim Hours:

  • Mondays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesdays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Wednesdays, 12:00 - 5:00 pm
  • Thursdays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Fridays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Saturdays,12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Sundays, 12:00 - 4:00 pm

Admission (cash or credit card):

Residents

Youth (17 and under): $1

Adults (over 17): $3

Nonresidents

Youth (17 and under): $3

Adults (over 17): $5

Features:

  • Restrooms/Locker rooms
  • Waterslide
  • Concession stand
  • Accessible lift
  • Lawn area
  • Picnic tables

Pool Rules 

Age Guidelines

  • Regardless of age, children who need assistance or can't swim must have an adult in the pool within arm's reach at all times
  • You must be 10 years old to enter the pool and/or deck alone during open swim. Anyone under the age of 10 must have an adult

Pool Guidelines

  • Non-swimmers and weak swimmers must stay on the shallow end of the pool
  • Swimmers must wear clean and appropriate swimsuits. Cotton clothing or toddler suits with flotation inserts are not allowed
  • No food, gum, drinks, alcoholic beverages, or glass containers in the pool area or locker rooms
  • Diapers must be designed for swimming
  • Diving is only allowed in the designated diving areas. No back dives or back flips allowed. Only one bounce is allowed
  • Flotation devices must be US Coast Guard approved
  • Small toys and pool noodles are allowed. Inflatables, water guns, balloons, etc. are not allowed
  • If you have an open sore you are not allowed to enter the pool
  • Swimmers must take a soap shower before entering the pool
  • Running, horseplay, swimming while intoxicated and other dangerous activities are not allowed

Facility Guidelines

  • Smoking/vaping is not allowed within the pool enclosure or bathhouse
  • Swimmers must clear the water immediately when the signal is sounded. They cannot return until the all-clear is given by the pool manager
  • Weather conditions may change pool hours. Thunder and/or lightning will close the pools
  • No refunds will be given if weather closes the pool

Pool managers are authorized by City Ordinance to expel anyone from the pool area who has violated these rules or behaves inappropriately.

People enjoy MLK park pool with a water slide.

Martin Luther King Park Pool

900 Fuller Ave SE View Map

Season Information and Open Swim Hours:

2023 Season:

June 9 through August 19

2023 Open Swim Hours:

  • Mondays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesdays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Wednesdays, 12:00 - 5:00 pm
  • Thursdays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Fridays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Saturdays,12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Sundays, 12:00 - 4:00 pm

Admission (cash or credit card):

RESIDENTS

Youth (17 and under): $1

Adults (over 17): $3

NONRESIDENTS

Youth (17 and under): $3

Adults (over 17): $5

Features:

  • Restrooms/Locker rooms
  • Waterslide
  • Concession stand
  • Accessible lift
  • Lawn area
  • Picnic tables

Pool Rules 

Age Guidelines

  • Regardless of age, children who need assistance or can't swim must have an adult in the pool within arm's reach at all times
  • You must be 10 years old to enter the pool and/or deck alone during open swim. Anyone under the age of 10 must have an adult

Pool Guidelines

  • Non-swimmers and weak swimmers must stay on the shallow end of the pool
  • Swimmers must wear clean and appropriate swimsuits. Cotton clothing or toddler suits with flotation inserts are not allowed
  • No food, gum, drinks, alcoholic beverages, or glass containers in the pool area or locker rooms
  • Diapers must be designed for swimming
  • Diving is only allowed in the designated diving areas. No back dives or back flips allowed. Only one bounce is allowed
  • Flotation devices must be US Coast Guard approved
  • Small toys and pool noodles are allowed. Inflatables, water guns, balloons, etc. are not allowed
  • If you have an open sore you are not allowed to enter the pool
  • Swimmers must take a soap shower before entering the pool
  • Running, horseplay, swimming while intoxicated and other dangerous activities are not allowed

Facility Guidelines

  • Smoking/vaping is not allowed within the pool enclosure or bathhouse
  • Swimmers must clear the water immediately when the signal is sounded. They cannot return until the all-clear is given by the pool manager
  • Weather conditions may change pool hours. Thunder and/or lightning will close the pools
  • No refunds will be given if weather closes the pool

Pool managers are authorized by City Ordinance to expel anyone from the pool area who has violated these rules or behaves inappropriately.

 People swim in a large, zero-depth entry pool with a spray feature and water slide.

Richmond Park Pool 

1101 Richmond St NW View Map

Season Information and Open/Lap Swim Hours:

2023 Season:

June 9 through August 19

2023 Open Swim Hours:

  • Mondays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Tuesdays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Wednesdays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Thursdays, 12:00 - 5:00 pm
  • Fridays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Saturdays, 12:00 - 7:00 pm
  • Sundays, 12:00 - 4:00 pm

Admission (cash or credit card):

RESIDENTS

Youth (17 and under): $1

Adults (over 17): $3

NONRESIDENTS

Youth (17 and under): $3

Adults (over 17): $5

Features:

  • Restrooms/Locker rooms
  • Waterslide
  • Spray features
  • Zero-depth entry
  • Concession stand
  • Accessible lift
  • Lawn area
  • Picnic tables

Pool Rules 

Age Guidelines

  • Regardless of age, children who need assistance or can't swim must have an adult in the pool within arm's reach at all times
  • You must be 10 years old to enter the pool and/or deck alone during open swim. Anyone under the age of 10 must have an adult

Pool Guidelines

  • Non-swimmers and weak swimmers must stay on the shallow end of the pool
  • Swimmers must wear clean and appropriate swimsuits. Cotton clothing or toddler suits with flotation inserts are not allowed
  • No food, gum, drinks, alcoholic beverages, or glass containers in the pool area or locker rooms
  • Diapers must be designed for swimming
  • Diving is only allowed in the designated diving areas. No back dives or back flips allowed. Only one bounce is allowed
  • Flotation devices must be US Coast Guard approved
  • Small toys and pool noodles are allowed. Inflatables, water guns, balloons, etc. are not allowed
  • If you have an open sore you are not allowed to enter the pool
  • Swimmers must take a soap shower before entering the pool
  • Running, horseplay, swimming while intoxicated and other dangerous activities are not allowed

Facility Guidelines

  • Smoking/vaping is not allowed within the pool enclosure or bathhouse
  • Swimmers must clear the water immediately when the signal is sounded. They cannot return until the all-clear is given by the pool manager
  • Weather conditions may change pool hours. Thunder and/or lightning will close the pools
  • No refunds will be given if weather closes the pool

Pool managers are authorized by City Ordinance to expel anyone from the pool area who has violated these rules or behaves inappropriately.

 

Splash pads are a great way to cool off in Grand Rapids during the hot days of summer. We have 15 splash pads across the city that are free to use and open daily from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm during the summer season.

JPEG of Aberdeen Park Splash pad

Aberdeen Park Splash Pad

2230 Eastern Ave NE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

Alger Park Splash Pad

Alger Park Splash Pad 

921 Alger St SE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

Splash pad at Campau Park

Campau Park Splash Pad

50 Antoine St SW View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

Cherry Park

Cherry Park Splash Pad

725 Cherry St SE View Map

Status: Closed for repair

JPEG image of the splash pad at Fuller Park

Fuller Park Splash Pad

300 Fuller Ave NE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

Image of a splash pad with brightly colored spray features, shade sails and picnic tables

Garfield Park Splash Pad

2111 Madison Ave SE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

JPEG image of the Gerald R Ford Academic Center splash pad

Gerald R. Ford Academic Center Splash Pad

851 Madison Ave SE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

JPEG Image of the splash pad at Heartside Park

Heartside Park Splash Pad 

301 Ionia Ave SW View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

JPEG image of a splashpad at highland park

Highland Park Splash Pad

700 College Ave NE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

Kids playing at Joe Taylor Park

Joe Taylor Park Splash Pad

1038 Bemis St SE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

JPEG image of the splash pad at Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park Splash Pad 

1120 Bridge St NW View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

Mary Waters Park splash pad

Mary Water Park Splash Pad

1042 Lafayette Ave NE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

JPEG image of the splash pad at Mulick Park

Mulick Park Splash Pad 

1632 Sylvan Ave SE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

JPEG image of the Roosevelt Park Splash Pad

Roosevelt Park Splash Pad 

739 Van Raalte Dr SW View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

JPEG image of a splashpad at Wilcox Park

Wilcox Park Splash Pad 

100 Youell Ave SE View Map

Status: Open daily, 10 am - 9 pm June 9 through September 10

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