Forecast promising for area swim centers
The Bethel Park Splash Park will open for business on May 24.
According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, summer in the South Hills will be warmer than normal, but with more precipitation.
While rainfall may be above average, area residents will be flocking to community pools and splash pads to beat the heat.
For the second year in a row, South Fayette residents can cool off for free at the splash pad in Fairview Park at 288 Recreation Road. Daily hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
According to Andrea Iglar, the township’s director of communications and community development, the facility will open a concession stand this year. Cashless payments are accepted. Attendants monitor the facility and the area is under video surveillance.
Features are designed for children up to age 12. “But all children and adults are welcome to use the amenity,” Iglar said. She added that the solar-powered picnic tables have wireless charging.
The splash pad, which opened last July, is adjacent to the Mayview Pavilion, has permanent restrooms and a water fountain.
“We look forward to the first full summer that the public will be able to enjoy our water feature in our largest township park,” Iglar said.
Visit southfayettepa.com for directions, maps, overview and details.
Bethel Park’s splash park is also opening for its second season.
The $3.5 million facility features two areas including one for younger children with a river component to float boats and other items as well as a larger area for all ages with various spray toys and water features. The park also includes a snack stand and unisex, air-conditioned restrooms. The facility is fully staffed during operating hours.
Located at Park Avenue, the Splash Park opens May 24. Hours are noon to 7 p.m. Sunday through Saturday. Season pass holders are admitted at 11 a.m. one hour prior to regular starting hours.
Hours of operation are weather permitting and subject to change.
Daily passes and 10-day punch passes ($27 each) can be purchased at the community center, located at 5151 Park Ave. Memberships ($50 per household) and/or passes must be purchased prior to entry.
Single day entry is $3 per person ($5 non-residents).
All purchases are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Call 412-851-2910 for more details.
MT. LEBANON
The Mt. Lebanon Outdoor Swim Center opens May 24. Lap swimming is available Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to noon followed by regular operating hours until 7 p.m. Memorial Day hours are noon to 7 p.m.
The pool will be open Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays through the last day of school on June 5. Regular operating hours resume June 6.
In addition to the 11 a.m. to noon lap swimming session, long-course swimming will be available from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Open swim hours are noon to 7 p.m. daily, including the Fourth of July as well as June 21-22 because of a swim meet.
The season runs through Aug. 18, weather permitting. Additional hours may be added after Aug. 18 if possible.
The facility offers lap swimming and recreational swimming for people of all ages. It includes a bathhouse, family changing rooms, pool heater, zero depth leisure pool, double slide tower, spray features, 50-meter lap lanes, poolside rock climbing wall and a snack bar.
Daily admission is $12 for adults 19 and older. Children 2 and under are admitted for free. Seniors, ages 62 and older, as well as ages 3 to 18, pay $11. Season passes are available for purchase.
Call 412-343-3409 or 412-561-4363 for more information.
During operating hours, 412-561-6626 is available for questions.
PETERS TOWNSHIP
The Rolling Hills Aqua Park in Peters Township is slated to open in June. It will include a splash pad, pavilion and party room that can be rented for private events.
The park will be open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. It will be open until Labor Day, and then will remain in operation every weekend in September.
Daily admission is $2.50 for residents and $5 for non-residents
Residents can get a four-person annual pass for $25. The shelter can be rented for $100, and the party room for $150. All prices are doubled for those who live outside of the township.
DORMONT
The Dormont pool operates May 24 through Sept. 1.
Weekend hours are noon until 8 p.m.
Memorial Day hours are noon to 6 p.m. Fourth of July holiday hours are noon to 5 p.m. Labor Day hours are noon to 3 followed by the annual Dormont Doggie Dip.
Weekday hours are from noon until 7:30 p.m. From May 27 to June 6 as well as from Aug. 18-29, while school is in session, the pool will operate with shortened hours from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. There will be no slide on shortened days.
Daily admission is $8. There are no discounts based on residency, age or time of entry. Children under 3 are admitted for free.
School groups and summer camps may reserve the pool in advance. Email KNeagoy@boro.dormont.pa.us to make arrangements.
Call 412-341-7210 during pool hours or 412-561-8900 during office hours or visit boro.dormont.pa.us. for further details.
UPPER ST. CLAIR
The Upper St. Clair outdoor swimming pool located at the community and recreation center in Boyce-Mayview Park will open May 24.
For hours of operation, fees or further information, call 412-221-1099 or 412-221-6964.
COUNTY
Allegheny County features wave pools in Boyce, Settlers Cabin and South Parks as well as a traditional swimming pool in North Park. Pools are scheduled to open in June and operate through the Labor Day weekend, weather and conditions permitting.
Hours of operation are 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Admission rates for county residents are $3 for senior citizens over age 60; $6 ages 18 to 59; $5 for ages 6 to 17 and $1 for ages 5 and under.
Season passes are available online. Visit alleghenycountry.us for more details.
SCOTT PARK
Scott Township’s outdoor pool and splash pad opens May 24 through Memorial Day from noon until 6 p.m. These hours will be in effect for the weekend of May 31-June 1.
From May 27 through May 30 as well as June 2-6 the pool will operate for limited hours from 4:30 to 8 p.m.
There will be adult swim from 11 a.m. to noon on May 24 and 31.
Regular pool hours begin June 9. Monday and Friday hours are 1 to 6 p.m. with a family swim from 6 to 9 p.m.
Tuesday through Thursday hours are noon to 8 p.m.
There are various hours for senior, adult lap and special needs swims. The pool is also available for private parties.
Pool prices vary depending upon age, residency or military/veteran status. Pool passes are also available for purchase..
Visit https://scott-twp.com/park-pool/pool/ for more details.
CANONSBURG
Town Park Pool will be open the Memorial Day weekend from noon to 6 p.m. May 24-26.
The pool will be closed May 27-29 and reopen from 1 to 7 p.m. May 30. Regular hours beginning May 31 are noon to 6 p.m.
Daily admission is $8 per person, ages 4 and over. Seasonal passes are available for purchase.
Visit www.canonsburgboro.com/park/page/pool-information-passes for details or call 724-745-1800.