Public Pools in Atlanta, GA

Hours this week

The poolfeetmeters

Lap pool

Length 25 yards.

Zero-entry indoor pool

Programs

Swim lessons

Features

Zero-entry indoor pool (city's first), Recreation center

Good to know

• Google Maps lists phone +1 404-658-7330 and address 110 Hilliard St SE; official page lists phone 404-658-1149 and address 110 Hilliard St NE.
• Pools overview page lists Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 12-4pm; the 2026 hours used here are Mon-Thu 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 12-3pm.
• Annual membership pass covers City of Atlanta rec/aquatic centers and outdoor pools; prices not listed.

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

The poolfeetmeters

Competition pool

Length 25 yards. Width 25 meters. Depth 6.6 ft. 10 lanes. 25 yd x 25 m, 6 ft 7 in deep

Therapy pool

Length 25 yards. Width 10 yards. Depth 3.5 ft. 25 yd x 10 yd, 3 ft 6 in deep, kept warmer

Features

Heated 10-lane competition pool, Therapy pool, Bleacher seating, Classrooms for training/party rentals/meet hospitality, Accessible men's and women's locker rooms with showers

Good to know

• Sunday not listed (City of Atlanta page as fetched Oct 2026; year of schedule not stated).
• Admission prices not listed; annual City of Atlanta recreation/aquatics memberships available.
• No cash accepted at natatoriums (checks, money orders, debit/credit only).

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Good to know

• The official page does not list pool hours; it refers to https://recwell.emory.edu/about/hrs.html for Facility Hours, Special Events and Break hours.
• To access the facilities, students and members must present their Emory ID.
• The phone number listed on the official page for the SAAC Member Services Desk is 404.712.2431, which differs from the Google Maps number +1 404-712-2430.

Good to know

• Not on City of Atlanta pool lists; no official source found.
• Likely associated with the Carrie Steele-Pitts Home (children's home) campus in NW Atlanta, which would make it private; the organization's site now lists an office at 1 West Court Square, Suite 750, Decatur, GA 30030 (404-691-5187) and mentions no pool.

The pool

Kennedy Natatorium

Good to know

• The official Woodward Academy athletics page lists Kennedy Natatorium only as one of the school's athletic facilities; it publishes no public swim hours, prices or season information.
• The page is a school athletics page, so any hours would be for school teams rather than public swimming; no facility hours are given.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Good to know

• The pool in Candler Park is run by the City of Atlanta, Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR).
• The official Candler Park page does not list pool hours, prices or season dates; it refers visitors to the City of Atlanta aquatics page for the latest information.
• Google Maps lists this location only as a park (category: Park), not as a swimming pool.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Good to know

• The official City of Clarkston pages checked (Milam Park Pool page and Parks and Recreation pages) contain only navigation menus and no pool-specific information such as hours, prices, season dates or pool details.
• Google Maps lists this as a public swimming pool at 3867 Norman Rd, Clarkston, GA 30021; this context is unverified.

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

Prices

Admission

Free

Swim for free

• Free admission at City of Atlanta outdoor pools, 2026

The pool

Recreational pool

Recreational laps and free swim; shallow areas for children

Features

Shallow areas for children, Lifeguards, Restrooms and changing areas

Good to know

• Renovated early 2025 as part of $146M citywide pool program.
• Located in Grant Park near Zoo Atlanta.
• Friends of Grant Park Pool website could not be fetched.

Good to know

• Could not verify pool details: smyrnaga.gov subpages returned 403 and web search quota was exhausted.
• The city homepage loaded but contained no pool information.
• Setting 'outdoor' and operator 'City of Smyrna Parks and Recreation' are assumed from listing context, not verified.

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

Prices

One-Time Access Fee (1 Person)

$5

Senior Pool Pass

$150

Individual Pool Pass

$200

Family Pool Pass for 2

$325

Family Pool Pass for 3

$400

Family Pool Pass for 4-6

$485

Swim for free

• Free Swim 2:00 PM – 4:45 PM Monday–Friday (May 24 – August 2).
• Children aged 2 and younger are not charged for entry.

Swim schedule

Mon–Fri

Free swim · 2:00 PM – 4:45 PM · General public

Mon–Fri

General admission · 10 AM – 4:45 PM · General public

Sat–Sun

General admission · 12 PM – 4:45 PM · General public

Daily

Adult swim · 15 minutes before every hour, lasting 15 minutes · Adults

The pool

Main Pool

4 lanes. Beach entry with current channel for floating; four lap lanes; concessions; pool level locker rooms and showers; landscaped deck; ADA accessibility.

Programs

Swim Lessons, Camps & Groups

Features

Four lap lanes, Beach entry with current channel for floating, Concessions, Pool level locker rooms and showers, Landscaped deck, ADA accessibility, Adult swim starts at 15 minutes before every hour and lasts for 15 minutes

Pool rules

• No glass, sharp objects, or hazardous materials.
• No inflatable objects, swim fins or snorkels are allowed.
• No animals other than service animals allowed.
• Shower and rinse thoroughly before entering the pool.
• No food or drink allowed within 5 feet of the pool.
• Children who have not been toilet trained are required to wear “swim diapers” and “plastic swim pants”. Regular diapers are prohibited.
• No Diving.
• Children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
• Bathing attire must be worn on the pool deck. Swimmers must wear bathing suits that do not expose private areas of the individual’s anatomy. Clothing such as cut--offs, gym shorts, and underwear are not permitted as swimwear.
• Loitering is not permitted in Pool Shower/Locker areas at any time. Pool showers/lockers are only for Greystone pool and swimming guests. Showers are not to be used for the sole purpose of personal hygiene and bathing.
• Swimming is prohibited when lifeguard is not on duty.
• No alcohol or amplified music without a permit.
• No smoking.
• No running or rough play allowed.
• No spitting, spouting or blowing nose in pool.
• No photography, filming or interviewing is allowed inside of pool without proper permits.
• During open pool hours, parties are not permitted on the pool deck. Cakes and decorations are not permitted. Snacks and small food and drink items are welcome. For information regarding throwing a party at the pool please visit www.piedmontpark.org.
• The managers and staff are responsible for the strict enforcement of all rules and policies. Failure to comply could result in ejection from the facility.
• No intimate contact allowed in the pool.
• Damage to property will not be permitted and violators will be held responsible.
• Swimming will be delayed for a minimum of 30 minutes in case of thunder or lightning.

In the park

• Legacy Fountain Splash Pad (free to the public, more than 70 jets reaching up to 30 feet in the air, nearby restrooms, tables and chairs)

Good to know

• The pool season is from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
• The pool will be open to the general public from Sunday, May 24 – Monday, September 7.
• The pool will be open to pool pass holders from Saturday, May 23 – Monday, September 7.
• General admission hours listed are for the period Sunday May 24 – Sunday August 2; from Monday August 3 – Sunday September 6, Monday–Friday hours are 3 PM – 4:45 PM (Free Swim) and Saturday & Sunday 12 PM – 4:45 PM; on Labor Day (Monday, September 7) hours are 10 AM – 4:45 PM.
• Pool Pass Holder Hours: Saturday, May 23 – Sunday, August 2: Monday-Thursday 10 AM – 8 PM, Friday 10 AM – 9 PM, Saturday 9 AM – 7 PM, Sunday 9 AM – 8 PM; Monday, August 3 – September 6: Monday-Thursday 3 PM – 8 PM, Friday 3 PM – 9 PM, Saturday 9 AM – 7 PM, Sunday 9 AM – 8 PM; Monday, September 7: Labor Day 10 AM – 8 PM.
• Sales are cash-less. Only cards or digital wallets are accepted.
• No refunds are extended for inclement weather.
• The Aquatic Center adheres to the City of Atlanta pool calendar.
• For safety, all swimmers must exit the pool when thunder is heard or lightning is seen and must remain out of the pool for 30 minutes after the last occurrence.
• The pool is operated by the Piedmont Park Conservancy through a partnership with the City of Atlanta.
• The Aquatic Center is a renovation of a swimming pool built in 1973.
• The bathhouse is a 9,000 square foot LEED certified event space called Greystone.
• The Legacy Fountain Splash Pad is open all year round, pending severely cold weather or storms.
• The Legacy Fountain was closed to the public Friday, 9/4-Sunday 9/6 due to a private event (per alerts page updated October 6, 2026).
• The pool page still shows 2026 season dates and hours; the 2027 season information has not yet been posted.

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

The pool

Main pool

Main pool with lap lanes

Wading pool

Features

Concession stand, Bathhouse

Good to know

• May close without notice for weather or water quality.
• The city's separate indoor pool is closed until further notice.
• Posted hours are for the summer season; the year is not stated (likely 2026).
• The pool page lists the city hall address (745 Forest Pkwy); the park address 5031 Park Ave is confirmed on the city facilities page.
• The phone number is the city/recreation main line.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Good to know

• The official site is a SportsEngine team/club site for the Chastain Park Athletic Club (Year-Round) and its swim teams; it publishes no public pool hours, admission prices or season dates.
• The site lists two phone numbers: Chastain Park Athletic Club (Pool) (404) 255-2762 and Chastain Park Athletic Club (Office) (404) 841-9196; these are office/contact numbers, not pool opening hours.
• The site distinguishes a year-round club/team programme from a summer pool season with summer pool memberships, but no dates or hours are given.
• No facility hours could be extracted, so Google's hours remain the only source for opening times.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Good to know

• Only third-party directory listings (edan.io / keeq.io) were saved, not an official page; their text is generic marketing copy and reviews. They show hours of Monday and Wednesday-Sunday 12-6 pm and Tuesday closed, but this is not an official source and looks copied from Google, so it was not used. No season status, prices or pool facts from an official source.

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

Prices

1 and younger (Resident)

Free

1 and younger (Non-Resident)

$4

2-13 (Resident)

$4

2-13 (Non-Resident)

$6

14-64 (Resident)

$6

14-64 (Non-Resident)

$8

65+ (Resident)

Free

65+ (Non-Resident)

$6

Individual (2-13 years) Resident season swim pass

$50

Individual (2-13 years) Non-Resident season swim pass

$100

Individual (14-64 years) Resident season swim pass

$75

Individual (14-64 years) Non-Resident season swim pass

$150

Individual (65+ years) Resident season swim pass

Free

Individual (65+ years) Non-Resident season swim pass

$100

Household (5 or fewer) Resident season swim pass

$225

Household (5 or fewer) Non-Resident season swim pass

$450

Swim for free

• Free admission for residents 1 and younger and 65+.

Swim schedule

Morning

Swim lessons

Decatur Gators swim team

Throughout the day

Lap swim

The pool

Ebster Pool

Huge pool deck, snack area, shade shelter, dedicated lap lanes, splash pad

Programs

Swim lessons, Decatur Gators swim team

Features

Splash pad, Snack area, Shade shelter, Dedicated lap lanes

Pool rules

• Avoid large floats or tubes that obstruct lifeguards' view
• Prohibit water guns or items that can cause harm
• Encourage close supervision for children in approved PFDs
• Adhere to diaper guidelines for young swimmers

In the park

• Basketball Court
• Grills
• Parking Lot
• Pavilion
• Picnic tables
• Playground Equipment
• Restrooms
• Soccer Field
• Trash Bins
• Water Fountain

Good to know

• 2026 Regular Season: May 23 - August 2; 2026 Post Season: August 3 - September 7 (weekdays closed, weekends 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.).
• Pools will close at 3 p.m. on Independence Day.
• Pool parties must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance; payment in full required at booking.
• Pools only accept cashless forms of payment; exact change accepted if no cashless method available.
• Season swim passes are valid only at outdoor pool locations and not available for purchase at the pool counters.
• The pool closed earlier than planned for the season due to construction of the Ebster Park Outdoor Teen Recreation Area.

Hours listed by the pool (season not confirmed)

Prices

Admission

Free

Pool rules

• Children 12 and under need a paying adult.
• Children under 3 need swim diapers.

Good to know

• The Google Maps address 'Ira St SW' is a street next to the park; the city gives 477 Windsor St SW, Atlanta, GA 30312 as the address.
• The city page lists this as an outdoor pool but gives no 2026 dates or hours; the hours shown come from an undated 11Alive list (year unknown).
• Atlanta outdoor pools usually open around Memorial Day weekend.
• The city page links to 2025 pool rules; no 2026 status found.