Lincoln has a lot of pools and they have different amenities. Thinking about joining a pool this summer?
Public Pools
Lincoln City Pools
There are nine Lincoln Public Pools. Of those nine, six are neighborhood pools (Arnold Heights, Ballard, Belmont, Eden, Irvingdale and Woods). All neighborhood pools have a large lap swim pool with a diving well and a kiddie pool. Woods Pool has a large lap swim pool, kiddie pool and a sprayground. The neighborhood pools are open every day from 1:00-6:00 PM and the pools rotate family swim evening hours from 6:00-8:00 PM. NEW-Splish Splash Story Time and Toddler Splash. During specific days and times-the pools will be open in the MORNING! This is great news for the young ones who take afternoon naps.
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There are three Aquatic Centers in Lincoln: Highlands, University Place and Star City Shores. The Aquatic Centers have zero depth entry and, depending on the center, have a playground and/or sprayground.
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You can purchase a daily individual pass to the pool, punch cards or a family swim pass. We purchase a family pass and go 3-4 times a week so the pass pays for itself within two weeks. You can use your family/individual pass at any pool Lincoln City Pool. You can purchase a pass online or in person at any pool.
Gyms with Outdoor Pools
YMCA, Madonna ProActive Medical Fitness, Genesis Health Clubs
There are several Lincoln gyms that also have great outdoor pool facilities for the summer. When you join these pools, you are also joining a gym so you can swim with the kids and get a workout in on the treadmill. The Lincoln gyms that also have pools are: YMCA, Madonna ProActive Medical Fitness, and Genesis Health Clubs.
Of the four YMCAs in Lincoln, three have outdoor pool facilities: Fallbrook, Cooper, and Copple Family. In addition to the outdoor pools, all the YMCA gyms with outdoor pools have splash pad areas. Genesis East Health Club and Madonna have large outdoor pools, kiddie pools and splash pads. The Genesis Racquet Club has a large pool, a kiddie pool and a playground for younger kids in its outside area.
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Private Pools
Eastridge and Meadowlane Pools
Eastridge Pool
This private pool is located in the Eastridge neighborhood, near O St and 70th St. It has two pools: one full size pool with a diving board and two slides and a separate baby pool that is fenced in. They have a very active swim team with over 140 swimmers and divers. They offer lesson and water aerobics to their members. To learn more about Eastridge Pool and joining click here.
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Meadowlane Pool-Closed for construction
Country Clubs
The Country Club of Lincoln, Hillcrest Country Club, Wilderness Ridge Country Club and Firethorn Golf Club.
A country club is a privately owned club, that offer sports and facilities. One of those facilities is often outdoor pools. The other sports that are offered can be golf and tennis and there are often dining and entertaining areas. Some country clubs offer passes solely for recreation-the pool and dining and entertaining. Most clubs require a membership application, initiation and monthly/yearly dues. Lincoln has four country clubs with outdoor pool facilities.
