{"id":18540,"date":"2009-06-30T12:22:10","date_gmt":"2009-06-30T16:22:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/northernvirginiamag.com\/?page_id=18540"},"modified":"2025-05-22T12:50:04","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T16:50:04","slug":"public-pools","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/northernvirginiamag.com\/guides\/public-pools\/","title":{"rendered":"The Public Pools and Water Parks to Cool Off at this Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\">Public Pools<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][thb_gap][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>Whether you&#8217;re looking to beat the summer heat, or are searching for an indoor pool for winter workouts, NoVA has a public pool for you.<\/em><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][thb_gap][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_257496\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-257496\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-257496 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/northernvirginiamag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/06\/AdobeStock_8091572featpool.jpg\" alt=\"AdobeStock_8091572featpool\" width=\"1200\" height=\"797\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-257496\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Adobe Stock<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><em>Updated: July 2020<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Editor&#8217;s Note: Due to COVID-19, many regional pools are closed for the 2020 summer season. See details on all openings, restrictions and closings below.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Arlington<\/h3>\n<p><a id=\"arlington\" class=\"top-anchor\"><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.apsva.us\/wakefield-aquatics-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt;\">Wakefield Aquatics Center<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managed by the Department of Parks &amp; Recreation, the Wakefield Aquatics Center features two indoor pools, a wet classroom and a spectator gallery. The main pool is 25 yards with eight lanes. The second pool serves as a diving and instructional pool with five lanes, up to 25 meters in length. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1325 S. Dinwiddie Road, Arlington<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Two pools; wet classroom; spectator gallery; Colorado Timing System; diving well<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apsva.us\/aquatics\/washington-lee-aquatics-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington-Lee Aquatics Center<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Washington-Lee Aquatics Center is capable of hosting numerous water-related sports and competitions within its 25-meter by 25-yard competition indoor pool, equipped with a moveable bulkhead. There is also a separate instructional pool. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1301 N. Stafford Suite, Door 7, Arlington<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Competition pool; instructional pool; wet classroom; spectator gallery; Colorado Timing System; scoreboard; locker rooms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Currently closed; summer 2020 opening date TBD<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apsva.us\/aquatics\/yorktown-aquatics-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yorktown Aquatics Center<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This facility offers an eight-lane, 25-yard competition pool, a fully decoupled diving well and a separate instructional pool. The facility\u2019s wet classroom can be available for pool party rentals. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5200 Yorktown Blvd., Door 3, Arlington<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Competition pool; instructional pool; wet classrooms; decoupled diving well; spectator gallery; locker rooms; family changing rooms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed; opening date for the 2020 summer season TBD<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaparks.com\/waterparks\/ocean-dunes-waterpark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ocean Dunes Waterpark at Upton Hill Park<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This outdoor pool features a 500 gallon dumping bucket, water slides, waterfalls, a baby pool and squirters. A concession area is available within the pool enclosure, but there are picnic areas outside the pools area, including a pavilion that can seat up to 80 people. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6060 Wilson Blvd., Arlington<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Features<\/strong>: Dumping bucket; water slides; baby pool; squirters; mini-golf; picnic area<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Hours<\/strong>: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Alexandria<\/h3>\n<p><a id=\"alexandria\" class=\"top-anchor\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaparks.com\/parks\/cameron-run-regional-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cameron Run Regional Park<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home of Great Waves Waterpark, kids can enjoy the waterslides, the Paradise Play area and \u00a017,500-square-foot wave pool at Cameron Run Regional Park. Unwind in designated shaded areas and order from nearby food stations. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wave pool; wading pool; waterslides; splash pad; play area; concession stand<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b>Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alexandriava.gov\/recreation\/info\/default.aspx?id=12352\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chinquapin Park Recreation Center<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This 25-meter indoor pool offers aquatic sports and fitness classes, as well as access to diving boards. The entire facility is equipped with free Wi-Fi. For the 2020 summer season, the pool is open with adjusted hours. There are health screenings held prior to entry, and face masks must be worn on the pool deck at all times. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3210 King St., Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diving well; aquatics, sports and fitness classes; locker rooms<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours:\u00a0<\/b>Advanced reservations are required, <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which can be made each Thursday at 9 a.m. for the following week. Open Monday-Friday, 8-10 a.m. for ages 60 and older; Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. for all ages; Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon for all ages; Closed on Sunday<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 and under free (resident), $2 (non-resident); $5 (resident), $7 (non-resident) youths (5-17); $8 (resident), $12 (non-resident) adults (18-54); $6.40 (resident), $12 (non-resident) seniors (55+); $1 (resident), $4 (non-resident) adults w\/youth<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alexandriava.gov\/Aquatics#MemorialPool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memorial Pool<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to its smaller size, this outdoor pool can accommodate a maximum of 75 guests at a time and is limited to Alexandria residents 13 and younger, as well as their parents or guardians. It is located in the Charles Houston Rec Center, which offers activities for people of all ages and summer camps for children. For the 2020 summer season the pool is only open for scheduled programming, no drop-in or lap swimming. The pool is limited to 45 participants at one time and all swimmers must maintain 10 feet of distance each other in free swim. Advanced reservations are required (start each Thursday at 9 a.m. for the following week), health screenings are being held prior to entry and face masks must be worn on the pool deck. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">901 Wythe St., Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beach entry; swim classes<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Varies; call ahead to make reservations<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free for ages 4 and under, $2 youths, $3 adults, $2 seniors, $5\u00a0non-residents<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alexandriava.gov\/Aquatics#OldTownPool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Old Town Pool<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This complex includes a 25-yard pool with a diving well, and a separate 1- to 3-foot deep training pool for children up to 42 inches tall. Advanced reservations are required (start each Thursday at 9 a.m. for the following week), health screenings are being held prior to entry and face masks must be worn on the pool deck. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1609 Cameron St., Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diving well; training pool; picnic area; tot playground<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weekdays, noon-7 p.m.; Weekends, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span>Prices:\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free for ages 4 and under, $2 youths, $3\u00a0adults, $2\u00a0seniors, $5\u00a0non-residents<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alexandriava.gov\/Aquatics#PotomacYardParkInteractiveFountain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Potomac Yard Interactive Fountain<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thirty-six water jets shoot streams of water and adjust according to wind speed in the area. It is located between the two playgrounds at Potomac Yard Park. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2501 Potomac Ave., Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water jets, including 12 laminar jets<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b>Closed during phase three<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alexandriava.gov\/Aquatics#WarwickPool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warwick Pool<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warwick Pool is a six-lane, 25-yard lap pool, adjacent to the Landover Street playground. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced reservations are required (start each Thursday at 9 a.m. for the following week), health screenings are being held prior to entry and there is a maximum of three swimmers per lane for lap swimming. Ten feet of distance is required between swimmers in free swim, face masks must be worn on the pool deck and swim times are limited to 45 minutes each. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3301 Landover St., Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ramp accessibility; bathhouse<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weekends from May 27 through Sept. 2, 11 a.m.-6:45 p.m.; Weekdays from May 28 through June 21, 4:30-7:45 p.m.; Weekdays from June 22-Aug. 18, noon-7:45 p.m.; Weekdays from Aug. 19-Sept. 6, 4:30-7:45 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free for ages 4 and under, $2 youths, $3\u00a0adults, $2\u00a0seniors, $5\u00a0non-residents<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<h3>Fairfax<\/h3>\n<p><a id=\"fairfax\" class=\"top-anchor\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fairfax County Park Authority\u2019s RECenters\u00a0<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following 10 RECenters offer something for everyone in the family, with aerobics classes for adults to learning to swim and summer camps for the kids. Programs are designed to promote safety, skill development, fitness, social interaction and fun.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Features:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Most aquatic facilities also have saunas, a spa and an outdoor sundeck for visitors to enjoy. RECenters also offer U.S. swim teams, U.S. Masters Swim teams, U.S. Springboard Diving teams, water polo, U.S. Synchronized Swimming, scuba diving, swim lessons and water aerobics classes. Call your local RECenter for details.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/audrey-moore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Audrey Moore RECenter<br \/>\n<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A huge mural of an underwater ocean scene stretches the length of an interior wall along the Olympic-sized pool. With three diving boards open on Saturday and Sunday from 1-4 p.m., weekends will never be boring. Note: In order for children to use the boards and slide, they must pass an ability test. Health screenings required prior to entry, and reservations are required as well. Face coverings must be worn when not actively exercising. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8100 Braddock Road, Annandale<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor pool; diving boards<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Opening July 20 for the 2020 summer season. Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices:\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/cub-run\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Club Run RECenter<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With two pools, a leisure pool equipped with a water playground, two water slides (20- and 30-foot), a vortex, lazy river, spa and a 25-yard-by-25 meter competition pool, this pool is the place for all levels of swimmers. Health screenings prior to entry are required, as well as reservations, and face coverings must be worn when not actively exercising. \/\/<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 4630 Stonecroft Blvd., Chantilly<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Indoor pool; water slides; diving boards; baby pool<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Opening July 20 for the 2020 summer season. Monday-Friday, 5 a.m.-9 p.m; Saturday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m- 8 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/george-washington\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">George Washington RECenter<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though a small facility (25-meter pool of 10 lanes), this heated pool prides itself on its aerobic water exercise and deep water exercise programs. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health screenings prior to entry, reservation and face coverings when not actively exercising are all required. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8426 Old Mount Vernon Road, Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Indoor pool; diving boards; poolside spa; beach; dry heat sauna; wading area<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Opening July 27 for the 2020 summer season. Monday-Thursday, 6:30-10:30 a.m, 3-8 p.m; Friday, 6:30-10:30 a.m; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 1-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/lee-district\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lee District RECenter<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An Olympic-sized pool, outdoor sundeck, spa and saunas combined makes for a great place for relaxation, fitness and fun. The super slide and three diving boards are open during select hours on weekends, so check the Fairfax County Park Authority website for details. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health screenings prior to entry, reservations and face coverings when not actively exercising are all required. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6601 Telegraph Road, Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor pools; slides; diving boards<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opening July 13 for the summer 2020 season. <\/span><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-9:30 p.m; Friday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m; Sunday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (spring, summer, fall), noon-6 p.m. (winter)<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/mlk-pool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Martin Luther King, Jr. Pool<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With two slides and a children\u2019s wading pool, this spot will be the perfect place to cool down on a hot day. Admission is free for individuals. This pool is not open Tuesdays. On July 4 and Labor Day, the pool will be open from noon\u20136\u00a0p.m. \/\/<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 12055 Government Center Parkway., Fairfax<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Outdoor pool; wading area; slides.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/mount-vernon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mount Vernon RECenter<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a beach-area entry, gentle water jets, fountains and tumble buckets, the play area offers a safe space for children. Health screening prior to entry, reservations and face coverings when not actively exercising are all required. \/\/<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2017 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Indoor pool; diving board; baby pool<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Opening July 27. Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 6 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/oak-marr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oak Marr RECenter<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to its 50-meter pool, Oak Marr offers a full set of diving boards, from 1-meter springboards to a 5-meter board that\u2019s open on weekends, along with an inflatable slide and fun run. The pool also has a diving complex with 1-meter, 3-meter boards and a 5-meter tower. Health screenings prior to entry, reservations, and wearing face coverings when not actively exercising are all required. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3200 Jermantown Road, Oakton<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Indoor pool; diving boards; baby pool<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Opening July 13. Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/providence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Providence RECenter<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with its 25-by-25-meter heated indoor pool, Providence also provides a wading area, springboard, outdoor sundeck, two spas and saunas for your swimming pleasure. Health screenings prior to entry, reservations and face coverings when not actively exercising are all required. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7525 Marc Drive, Falls Church<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Indoor pool; diving boards<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Opening July 27. Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/south-run\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Run RECenter<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two 1-meter diving boards are open on weekends and available to rent for your child\u2019s next birthday party. A wading area is attached to the main pool. Health screenings prior to entry, reservations and face coverings when not actively exercising are all required. \/\/<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Indoor pools; diving boards<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Opening July 20. Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/recenter\/spring-hill\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring Hill RECenter<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This 25-yard-by-25-meter heated indoor pool also includes two diving boards and an outdoor sundeck. The Water Toy and Play Features are available for use on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-4 p.m. Health screenings prior to entry, reservations and face coverings when not actively exercising are all required. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1239 Spring Hill Road, McLean<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Indoor pool; diving board; baby pool<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Opening July 13. Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Friday, 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> General admission for adults (19+) is $12.50 (non-county) and $10 (county); $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for youth\/student (5-18); free for children 4 and under; $10.50 (non-county) and $6.50 (county) for seniors (65+); $34 (non-county) and $20 (county) for families of up to five; $2 for chaperones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/burkecentre.com\/sub_category_list.asp?category=22&amp;title=Pools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Burke Centre Pools<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All five Burke Centre Pools are outdoors and have baby pools. Some offer diving boards and picnic areas, and the Oaks Pool offers a slide. For specific details, call the numbers provided. Pool hours vary depending on the date and pool location, so check out a full calendar of pool hours and get your membership applications on the Burke Centre website under \u201cpool membership.\u201d Membership is open to both residents and non-residents. For the 2020 summer season: All five pools are currently open and all pool passes are virtual this season. No temporary passes will be given during phase three and are limited to residents of Burke Centre. The pool slide, splash pad and eating areas are closed. Guests must maintain 10 feet of social distancing unless from the same household. Pool hours will be posted prior to each week, as hours are limited to allow for cleaning. Face coverings must be worn when not in the pools.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Locations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The Commons Pool, 5701 Roberts Parkway; The Landings Pool, 6001 Cove Landing Road; The Oaks Pool, 5708 Oak Leather Drive; The Ponds Pool, 9837 Burke Pond Lane; The Woods Pool, 10100 Wards Grove Circle<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: See <a href=\"http:\/\/burkecentre.com\/sub_category_list.asp?category=22&amp;title=Pools\">website <\/a>for most up-to-date hours<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Contact directly for pricing<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fairfaxcounty.gov\/parks\/watermine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Water Mine Family Swimmin\u2019 Hole<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geared toward elementary-aged kids, this Western-themed swimming hole has slides, floatables, sprays and a lazy river. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Outdoor pools; slides; baby pool; snack bar<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaparks.com\/waterparks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority Outdoor Pools<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The goal of the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority is to enhance the communities of Northern Virginia by helping to build a relationship between people and their environment. So, when heading to the pools at these area locations, also take the time to experience the acres of woodlands and streams as sweet escapes from the city\u2019s hustle and bustle. For passes to all the pools, call 703-352-5900. Day Passes are available only at the individual pool facilities. Please contact the pool facility or visit the park\u2019s website and click the fees page for daily rates.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaparks.com\/waterparks\/atlantis-waterpark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Atlantis Waterpark<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Atlantis Waterpark is packed with Ancient Greece-themed water fun for the whole family, from a huge play structure with a 1,100-gallon dumping bucket, slides, waterfalls to a main pool and wading pool with a shell slide for children 6 and under. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Outdoor pool; water slides; baby pool; snack bar<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaparks.com\/waterparks\/pirates-cove-waterpark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pirate\u2019s Cove Waterpark<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pirate\u2019s Cove is geared toward the younger swimmers in your family, with a play structure equipped with a dumping bucket, slides and waterfalls. It includes a sand play area filled with buried treasure. In addition to the water park, Pohick Bay prides itself on being one of the largest, outdoor freeform pools on the East Coast. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6501 Pohick Bay Drive, Lorton<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Outdoor pool; slides; diving boards; baby pool; snack bar<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Fauquier<\/h3>\n<p><a id=\"fauquier\" class=\"top-anchor\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.warrentonva.gov\/government\/departments\/parks_and_recreation\/warf\/aquatics.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Warrenton Aquatic and Recreation Facility<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This indoor facility serves as an escape for anyone; it includes a competition pool with lap lanes and a leisure pool with a water slide and a lazy river. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">800 Waterloo Road, Warrenton<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Lap lanes; leisure pool; baby pool; lazy river<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Opening date for 2020 summer season not yet announced.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fauquiercounty.gov\/government\/departments-h-z\/parks-and-recreation\/facilities\/larry-weeks-community-pool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Larry Weeks Community Pools at Vint Hill<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This L-shaped outdoor pool stretching 25 meters is accompanied by a children\u2019s pool equipped with a misting mushroom, squirt turtle and a frog slide. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4248 Bludau Drive, Warrenton<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Leisure pool; children&#8217;s pool with slides and toys; snack bar<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Opening date for summer 2020 season not yet announced.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Fredericksburg<\/h3>\n<p><a id=\"fredericksburg\" class=\"top-anchor\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredericksburgva.gov\/index.aspx?nid=373\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doris E. Buffet Pool<br \/>\n<\/span><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fredericksburg\u2019s public pool lies within the 46 acres of Dixon Park. The outdoor pool is 6,623 square feet, filled with 165,000 gallons of water for summertime fun. There is one official lap lane during operating hours, though the pool can accommodate four. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1300 Dixon St., Fredericksburg<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Concession stands; zero entry; spray fountains; slide; dump buckets; water step feature<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Loudoun<\/h3>\n<p><a id=\"loudoun\" class=\"top-anchor\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leesburgva.gov\/departments\/parks-recreation\/facilities\/av-symington-aquatic-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AV Symington Aquatic Center<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part of Ida Lee Park, this pool has something to offer an assortment of age groups be it through its lazy river, slides, lap pool and, of course, dumping buckets. For the 2020 summer season, deck chairs are not provided, and slides, lily pads and floating snake are not open. The lazy river is open, but tubes are not allowed. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ida Lee Drive NW, Leesburg<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 25-yard lap pool; two body flumes; slides; squirting animals; dumping buckets<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Open daily 11 a.m.-7 p.m. for residents and 1-7 p.m. for non-residents<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0Residents: 2 and under free, Youths and Seniors $5-$6, Adults $6-$7, After 5 p.m. $4; Non-residents: 2 and under free; Youths and Seniors $8-$9, Adults $9-$10; After 5 p.m. $6<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loudoun.gov\/index.aspx?NID=1568\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Franklin Park Pool<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no shortage of places for little ones to play at this outdoor pool, which features baby slides that resemble animals and a competitive pool too. For the 2020 summer season: All park features are currently closed, including the slides, lily pads, dump bucks, mushrooms, ect. Online reservations only; registration closes day before at 11:45 p.m. There is a\u00a0 200-person capacity per time slot. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17501 Franklin Park Drive, Purcellville<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Baby pool\u2019 slides; competitive pool<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. &amp; 3:30-8 p.m.; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. &amp; 4-8 p.m. (closed for an hour for cleaning)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Under 2 free, Youth (3-15) &amp; Seniors (60+) $5.50, Adults (16-59) $6, $3.50 after 6 p.m. for all ages; Family of four summer pass $300, $25.00 for every additional family member\u2019s summer pass, $75 for senior summer pass<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leesburgva.gov\/departments\/parks-recreation\/facilities\/ida-lee-park-recreation-center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ida Lee Park Recreation Center<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if it\u2019s raining, you can let the kids get their swim fix in at this indoor pool, which offers a 10-lane, 25-yard competition pool, a whirlpool spa and a warmer auxiliary pool. For the 2020 summer season: The diving board is open, but aqua rock wall is closed and spray features are turned off. The spa is also closed. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ida Lee Drive NW, Leesburg<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: competition pool; whirlpool spa; auxiliary pool; 1-meter springboard; 15-foot AquaClimb Wall<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Daily noon-4 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Pool lane rentals $18-24 an hour; Children under two are free. After 5 p.m., $4 for residents and $6 for nonresidents. For residents: weekdays youth &amp; senior, $5; adult. $6; weekends youth &amp; senior, $6; adult, $7. For non-residents: weekdays youth &amp; senior, $8; adult $9; weekends youth &amp; senior, $9; adult, $10.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.life\/life-time-locations\/va-ashburn-sterling.html?selecteddate=2018-06-08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lifetime Fitness in Ashburn-Sterling<br \/>\n<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you aren\u2019t a member of Lifetime Fitness, you can purchase a pass for the day and enjoy either an indoor pool, or an outdoor one with slides for the kiddos. For the 2020 summer season: All swim lanes are open, with a limit of one person per lane. \/\/<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 44610 Prentice Drive, Sterling<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: indoor pool; outdoor pool;\u00a0slides<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: $25 per day; $10 for children under 12<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loudoun.gov\/Facilities\/Facility\/Details\/Lovettsville-Community-Center-Pool-80\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lovettsville Community Center Pool<br \/>\n<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This family-friendly outdoor pool has a separate space for babies and also hosts special events like a dog swim, family night and cardboard boat regatta. For the 2020 summer season: Indoor leisure pool features (slides, vortex, hot tub) are closed, and the outdoor pools are at 75% capacity, or 250 people (whichever is less). Reservations are required. The outdoor and indoor pools are open for recreational swimming and lap swimming, with no more than two people per lane and a 10 feet distance between each swimmer must be maintained. \/\/<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 57 E. Broad Way, Lovettsville<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Outdoor competitive pool; baby pool<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours:\u00a0<\/b>Contact directly for exact hours<br \/>\n<strong>Pricing:\u00a0<\/strong>Contact directly<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.loudoun.gov\/index.aspx?NID=3567\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Round Hill Indoor Aquatic Center<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for something a little less rowdy than outdoor pools with kid features, consider visiting this 4 1\/2-foot deep pool, which has four lanes and is always 82 degrees. For the 2020 summer season: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor leisure pool features (slides, vortex, hot tub) are closed, and the outdoor pools are at 75% capacity, or 250 people (whichever is less). Reservations are required. The outdoor and indoor pools are open for recreational swimming and lap swimming, with no more than two people per lane and a 10 feet distance between each swimmer must be maintained. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17010 Evening Star Drive, Round Hill<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">indoor pool with four lap lanes<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Free for children under 2; under 18, $2.50; adult (18-54), $3; senior (55+), $2.50<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.novaparks.com\/waterparks\/volcano-island-waterpark\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Volcano Island Waterpark<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kick back, relax under palm trees and tiki canopies and let the kids rid themselves of some energy as they keep cool splashing around in the play area, swimming in the wading pool or gliding down two slides. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20015 Volcano Island Drive, Sterling<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 500-gallon dumping bucket; two waterslides; wading pool; play place; palm trees; tiki canopies<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Prince William<\/h3>\n<p><a id=\"princewilliam\" class=\"top-anchor\"><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.freedom-center.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With both a competition pool and leisure pool, this facility also aims to entertain with its lazy river, slide and dumping buckets. Look for specific diving board hours on the website. For the 2020 summer season: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open to members only, at 30% capacity. The leisure pool is closed, and the competition pool is open to lap swimming and walking. Registration is required. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9100 Freedom Center Blvd., Manassas<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor pool; slide; diving board<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Competition pool: Monday-Friday, 5 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Leisure Pool: Monday-Friday, 5 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Prices: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adults (16+), $9; Seniors (60+), $6; Dependent (3-15), $6; Chaperone, $6; Family Pass (2 adults, 2 children), $16<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/Pages\/Pools-Outdoor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Prince William County Park Authority <\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Four community pools, two indoor pools and two waterparks make up the Prince William County Park Authority\u2019s water facilities list. The Park Authority stresses the importance of water safety, so check the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/Pages\/Pools-Outdoor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">website<\/a> for its water safety guide and tips<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/Pages\/Pools-Outdoor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Graham Park Pool<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3511 Graham Park Road, Dumfries<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Hours:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Closed for the 2002 summer season<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/Pages\/Pools-Outdoor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Veterans Memorial Park<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14300 Featherstone Road, Woodbridge<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor pool; slides; diving board; snack bar<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours:<\/b> Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/Pages\/Pools-Outdoor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hammill Mill Pool<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1721 Carter Lane, Woodbridge<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor pool; slides; snack bar<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b>Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/Pages\/Pools-Outdoor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Birchdale Pool<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14730 Birchdale Ave., Dale City<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diving board; floating obstacles<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b>Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/chinn\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13065 Chinn Park Drive, Woodbridge<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whirlpools; 50-meter main pool; leisure pool; dry saunas; outdoor sun deck; diving board; baby pool<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b>Temporarily closed<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pwcgov.org\/government\/dept\/park\/Dale%20City\/Pages\/SBDC-Aquatics.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation City<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14300 Minnieville Road, Dale City<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whirlpool; lap pool; aquatics classes<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temporarily closed<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/splashdownwaterpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Splashdown Waterpark <\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With many waterslides, including two four-story slides, a lazy river and a beach area for volleyball, this park lends new meaning to fun in the sun. \/\/ <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7500 Ben Lomond Park Drive, Manassas<br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><b>Features: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor pools; diving board; slides; baby pool; snack bar<br \/>\n<\/span><b>Hours: <\/b>Closed for the 2020 summer season<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.waterworkswaterpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Waterworks Waterpark<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This water park offers visitors a variety of opportunities for fun, from its waterslides to its sand volleyball court. 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