Splish-splash: Area public pools opening for summer
The Dormont Pool has been a family favorite summer destinations for generations of South Hills area families.
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A swimmer enjoys the slide at Mt. Lebanon Swim Center in this file photo.
Bands marching down main streets in big parades, burgers sizzling on the grill, a whiff of suntan lotion at the local pool – that’s Memorial Day weekend. Area pools are welcoming back swimmers, sunbathers and guests of all ages for sliding, swimming, diving (but no dunking!) and concessions. Grab a towel and double-check your local pool’s hours, or head to a new-to-you gem of entertainment.
Just don’t forget your sunblock!
Community and Recreation Center at Boyce Mayview Park1571 Mayview Road
Upper St. Clair
The indoor pool at Boyce Mayview Park is open year-round, but summer fun at the outdoor pool begins Memorial Day weekend, when the pool and splash pad open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 27.
The pool will remain open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through the end of summer, with the exception of holidays.
On holidays, including Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, the Fourth of July and Labor Day, outdoor pool hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Daily admission is open to C&RC members and their guests, with a limited number of daily passes available for non-members.
Non-members must reserve pool time in advance. The pool is open to non-members Monday through Friday only.
For more information on swimming at Boyce Mayview Park, visit https://www.twpusc.org/departments/recreation_and_leisure_services/community___recreation_center/about/plan_your_visit.php or call 412-221-1099.
Dormont Pool1801 Dormont Ave.
Pittsburgh
The Dormont Pool opened Saturday, May 27, under new management: the borough itself.
Memorial Day hours are tentatively scheduled for noon to 5 p.m., and Keystone Oaks School District residents with proof of residency swim free.
This season’s pool hours are as follow:
Weekends/non school year: Noon to 8 p.m. daily
Weekdays May 30 through June 9 and Aug. 19 through Sept. 1: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Fourth of July: Noon to 5 p.m.
Labor Day: Noon to 3 p.m.
The pool will be closed Monday, June 5, July 10 and Aug. 7.
Admission is one flat rate of $8. Children 3 and under swim free.
Season passes are available for individuals and families.
For more information, visit http://boro.dormont.pa.us/dormont-pool/. You may also call the pool during pool hours at 412-341-7210 or the office, regarding pool passes, during office hours at 412-561-8900.
Mt. Lebanon Swim Center900 Cedar Blvd.
Pittsburgh
Mt. Lebanon Swim Center opened Saturday, May 27. The pool and its amenities, like the poolside rock climbing wall, is open from noon to 7 p.m. all long weekend long, including Memorial Day.
Hours vary until the school year ends; beginning June 8, the pool is open from noon to 7 p.m. daily, with lap swim open 11 to noon on select days.
Until June 8, pool hours are:
May 27-29: Noon to 7 p.m.
May 30 through June 2: 4 to 7 p.m.
June 3 and 4: Noon to 7 p.m.
June 5 through 7: 4 to 7 p.m.
Day passes are available for purchase at the gate for $9 for children ages 3 through 18. Daily admission is $10 for adults 19 and older, and $9 for seniors 62 and older. Kids 2 and under swim free.
Swim Center memberships (season passes) are still available for individuals and families, including non-residents.
For more on the Swim Center, go to https://www.mtlebanon.org/366/Swim-Center or dial either 412-343-3409 or 412-561-4363.
Scott PoolPark Drive
Carnegie
Scott Township’s swim season starts Memorial Day weekend, with the pool open from noon to 6 p.m. May 28 and 29.
Modified pool hours begin May 30. From May 30 to June 2, the pool is open from 4 to 8 p.m.
Regular hours are tentatively set to begin June 5, and are as follows:
Monday and Friday: 1 to 6 p.m.; family swim from 6 to 9 p.m. starting June 12
Tuesday through Thursday: Noon to 8 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday and holidays: Noon to 6 p.m.
Senior swim/adult lap swim runs from Noon to 1 p.m. every Monday and Friday, and from 11 a.m. to noon every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday.
The pool offers special needs swim on Saturdays and Sundays, from 11 a.m. to noon.
Admission is open to all Scott Township, Bridgeville, Carnegie, Collier, Heidelberg, South Fayette and Upper St. Clair residents with proof of residency. Those who live in other communities are welcome to purchase daily admission to the pool, or come as a guest of a Scott Township resident.
Admission rates for the summer of 2023 are:
Scott Township Resident Adult: $9
Scott Township Children (under 18): $7
Scott Township Seniors: $5
Scott Township Military/Veteran: $5
Non-Scott Township Resident Adult: $14
Non-Scott Township Resident Children (under 18): $10
Non-Scott Township Seniors: $10
Non-Scott Township Military/Veteran: $10
Season pool passes are also available for purchase.
For more information, visit https://scott-twp.com/park-pool/pool/ or call the pool at 412-279-0633.