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Where to Swim and Splash in Guelph: Best Pools & Splash Pads for Summer Fun
Andra Arnold • June 2, 2025
Guelph, Ontario, offers a variety of public pools and splash pads perfect for cooling off during the warmer months. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you find the best spots for swimming and water play in the city.
🏊♂️ Public Pools in Guelph
1. Victoria Road Recreation Centre
- Address: 151 Victoria Road North
- Hours: Daily, 6:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
- Features: 50m and 25m pools, teaching pool, accessible aquatic lift.
- Details: Offers recreational and fitness swim schedules.
2. West End Community Centre
- Address: 21 Imperial Road South
- Hours: Monday–Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Features: Leisure pool with flume slide and sauna.
- Details: Flume slide and sauna open during public swims.
3. Lyon Outdoor Pool
- Address: 301 York Road
- Hours: 2025 details to be announced.
- Features: Seasonal outdoor pool offering lane and public swims.
- Details: Check the City of Guelph's official website for updates.
💦 Splash Pads in Guelph
Open daily from May 30 to September 14, 2025, operating between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
👶 Wading Pools
Sunny Acres Park
- Address: 45 Edinburgh Road North
- Season: June 27 – September 1
- Hours:
- Weekends: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, Thursday: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Exhibition Park
- Address: 81 London Road West
- Season: June 27 – September 1
- Hours:
- Weekends: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, Thursday: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Market Square
- Address: 1 Carden Street
- Hours:
- June 2 – June 27:
- Weekends: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Weekdays: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- June 28 – September 1: 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. daily
- September 2 – 14:
- Weekends: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Weekdays: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
🌳 Additional Swimming Options
Guelph Lake Conservation Area
- Features: Two man-made sand beaches suitable for swimming; note that lifeguards are not on duty.
- Note: Operated by the Grand River Conservation Authority; admission fees apply.
For the most current information on pool and splash pad operations, including any unexpected closures or maintenance updates, please refer to the City of Guelph's official website.
Enjoy your time cooling off in Guelph's public pools and splash pads!
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