LAST UPDATED: December 22nd, 2020
EDIT: POOLS CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL JANUARY 4th, 2021
Swimmers! Have you been looking for public swimming options now that it’s too cold to hit the beach? Despite COVID-19 restrictions, there is still access to public pools in SF, albeit much more limited. Most pools only allow 4 people in the pool at all times, and require online reservation for lap swimming. Drop-in sessions cost $7 and can be booked here! Check these spots out!
Note from The Squadz Team: Please keep your distance from people and wear a mask whenever possible. We simply want this to be a helpful resource for families, roommates, or quarantine units to get outside and exercise responsibly.
Balboa Pool
Balboa Park - Kezar Drive
Beautifully renovated neighborhood swimming pool at Balboa Park that features lots of community programming and parking for visitors. Easy access to the freeways and BART!
Mission Community Pool
mission district - Linda street
Mission Community Pool is the city-operated outdoor pool in San Francisco. At this time due to COVID-19, it is lap-swim only. Originally constructed in 1916, the pool has provided thousands of San Franciscans the opportunity to swim safely in the middle of the city.
Coffman Pool
McLaren Park - visitacion avenue
Coffman Pool is a 10,000 ft facility in McLaren Park with many community programming options for all ages. The facility has been serving the Visitacion Valley neighborhood and SF swimmers since 1957!
North Beach Pool
North beach district - lombard street
The North Beach Pool facility features two pools – one lap pool and one recreational pool. These pools allow for a large array of community programming, classes and fun!
Garfield Pool
outer mission - treat avenue
The recently reopened Garfield Pool had gone under renovations starting in 2018 and is now open to all San Francisco swimmers! Enjoy the community programming and updated facilities in the Outer Mission!
Hamilton Pool
fillmore district - geary boulevard
The Hamilton Recreation Center Pool is one of the most popular swimming destinations in San Francisco. It sports large water slides, lap swimming, community programming and party rentals!
Sava Pool
Sunset district - 19th avenue
Sava Pool was recently renovated in 2009 with investment toward competitive swimming purposes as well as recreational. The pool has parking and is located in the Sunset district in San Francisco. Community programming and lessons are offered here, check it out!
Martin Luther King Jr. Pool
bayview district - 3rd street
The Martin Luther King Jr. Pool in the Bayview offers many different community programs at their 8 lane swimming hole. A wade pool is also offered for young children. Another hidden gem in San Francisco for the swimming community!
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