Pools
Come Swim With Us!
Longmont Recreation has two year-round indoor pools, one outdoor seasonal pool, and two outdoor seasonal activity pools for younger visitors. The Longmont Recreation Center on Quail Road features an indoor slide, lazy river, and activity pool area.
We’re Hiring!
We need Lifeguards and Swim Instructors to keep our pools safe and teach swim lessons! If you like helping people, swimming in the pool, and working with youth, come join our team! We offer FREE certifications, super flexible schedules, and options for summer only or year round employment.
Wages, per hour:
- Lifeguards $16.43-$17.55
- Swim Instructors: $16.43-$17.93
- Pool Managers:Â $21.89-$22.71
Explore Our Pools
Contact Centennial Pool
1201 Alpine St, Longmont, CO 80504
303-651-8406
Register for swim lessons and other recreation programs on our registration website or by calling 303-774-4700.
Centennial Pool Fall Hours Effective November 4, 2024
Pool Hours
Mon- Fri, 6am- 2pm
Sat, 8am-12pm
Sun, 9am-12pm
Fitness Room Hours:
Mon-Fri, 6am-2pm
Mon, Wed, Fri, 4pm-8pm
Tues & Thurs, 5pm-7:30pm
Sat, 7am-12pm
Sun, 9am-12pm
Six lanes are available for lap swim EXCEPT on:
- Mon, Wed, Fri, 6 am – 7 am = 2 Lanes
- Wed, 12 pm-1 pm = 3 Lanes
- Tues & Thurs, 8 am- 9 am = 5 Lanes
- Sat, 8:30 am-12 pm = 3 Lanes
Admission Fees
View the Drop-In Admission Fee table for individual and group rates
Swim Lessons
- Swim lessons for all ages | View more information about Swimming Lessons
- CARA Recreation Swim Team for ages 6-18 years |
- Water Fitness Classes | View all fitness classes
Contact Longmont Recreation Center
310 Quail Road, Longmont CO 80501
303-774-4800
Pool Sauna and Steam Room Hours
The sauna and steam room are open during facility hours
Fall HoursÂ
Adult Swim
- Mon, 5 am – 4 pm
- Wed, 5 am – 11:30 am & 2:30 pm- 4 pm
- Tues & Thurs, 5 am – 9 am & 1 pm – 4 pm
- Fri, 5 am – 10 am
- Sat, 7 am-9 am
- Sun, 7 am- 8 am
Leisure Pool Open Swim with Features, NO Diving Boards (Leisure Pool ONLY & Slides on after 11am)
- Mon, 4 pm – 7 pm
- Wed, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm & 4 pm – 7 pm
- NO Features 12 pm – 1:45 pm, Swim Lesson in Progress
- Tues & Thurs, 9 am – 1 pm & 4 pm – 7 pm
- NO Features 9:30 am – 11:15 am
- NO Features or Slides, 4 pm- 6:30 pm, Swim Lessons in Progress, limited play space.
- Fri, 10 am -4 pm
- Sat, 9 am-11 am
Open Swim, All Pools, with Features, Slides & Diving Boards
- Fri, 4 pm – 7 pm
- Sat-Sun, 11 am-4:30 pm
Lap Swim
- Mon-Fri, 5 am-8:30 pm
- Sat-Sun, 7 am-4:30 pm
Six lanes are available for lap swim EXCEPT on:
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- Mon/Wed/Fri, 9-10 am & 12 pm – 1 pm (2 Lanes)
- Tues & Thurs, 12 pm- 1 pm (3 Lanes)
- Tues, 4-6:30 pm (2 Lanes)
- Thurs, 4-6:30 pm (3 Lanes)
- Fri, 4 pm – 7 pm (3 Lanes)
- Sat & Sun, 11 am-4:30 pm (3 Lanes)
- Sun, 7:45 am – 11 am (2 Lanes)
Admission Fees
View the Drop-In Admission Fee table for individual and group rates
Swim Programs
- Swim lessons for all ages | Register online
- Water Fitness Classes | View all fitness classes
Groups Must Be Pre-Approved
All group requests must be pre-approved to ensure there will be enough staff to ensure safety. Groups that are not pre-approved may be turned away due to staffing limitations.
Email requests to swim@longmontcolorado.gov with desired pool(s), dates, times, total number of people (swimming or not), organization name and address, and primary contact person name and phone number.
All pre-approved groups are eligible for a discounted group rate admission! View the Drop-In Admission Fee table for individual and group rates.
Poolside Parties
Have your cake and eat it too! Reserve a dedicated pool space under the slides by the leisure pool for your next birthday party!
- Space for 30 people including seating for 12 at 3 round tables with 4 chairs each.
- Fees: 0-10 people = $85 first hour/ $55 each additional hour (11+ All pre-approved groups are eligible for a discounted group rate admission! View the Drop-In Admission Fee table for individual and group rates.
- Poolside Parties reservations are only available during Open Swim hours when slides and diving boards are available.
Call 303-774-4800 or email recsupport@longmontcolorado.gov to book your party today!
Contact Sunset Pool
1900 Longs Peak Ave, Longmont, CO 80501
303-651-8300
Sunset Pool is CLOSED for the 2024 Summer Season.Â
We had a great summer, and hope you did too! See you in 2025!
Sunset Pool
Sunset Pool includes a heated outdoor pool with six, 25-meter lap lanes, 1 meter and 3-meter diving boards, two water slides, an indoor party room, reservable outdoor shade shelters, sandy beach play area, family locker rooms and the best view in Longmont! See below for the summer schedule and information about after-hours and shelter reservations and special programs.
Post Summer Hours Through September 2*
*Labor Day- September 2, Last Day of Season:Â
Open & Lap Swim: 10 am-4 pm with Slides & Diving Boards
Lap Swim
- Mon/Wed, 7 am-7:30 pm
- Tue/Thu, 7 am-6 pm
- Fri-Sat, 7 am-6 pm
- Sun, 10 am-6 pm
- Lap lanes vary from 2-6 available to public based on swim lessons and open swim. Full lap pool schedule viewable on site at Sunset Pool. Â
Open Swim
- Mon/Wed, 10 am-5 pm
- Tue/Thu, 10 am-6 pm
- Fri-Sat, 8 am-6 pm
- Sun, 12-6 pm
SlidesÂ
- Mon & Wed, CLOSED
- Tues, Thurs & Fri, on at 4 pm
- Sat, on at 10 am
- Sun, on at 12 pm
Diving Boards
- Mon/Wed, Open at 10 am
- Tue/Thu, Open at 10 am – 12 pm & 1 pm -6Â pm
- Fri-Sat, Open at 10 am
- Sun, Open at 12 pm
Adult Swim (18yrs +)
- Mon-Thurs, 7 am-10 am*
- Sat, 7 am- 8 am
- Sun, 10 am- 12 pm
- During Adult Swim times, Swim Lessons, Swim Teams, Programs, Lap Swimmers, & Fitness classes have Lap Lane & Pool Space Priority.
Admission Fees
View the Drop-In Admission Fee table for individual and group rates.
Cash is not accepted before 8 am, Mon-Fri. Please use Recreation Passes or Credit Cards.
Age Policies
- Youth 5 & Under must have an adult (14yrs +) actively involved with them in the WATER.
- Youth 6-10 years, must have an adult (14yrs +) supervising them in the facility.
- Adult Swims are for patrons 18 years and older.
After Hours Private Rentals | Rentals are FULL for the Remainder of 2024 Season
2025 Summer Afterhour Rental Reservations begin mid-February. Check website for exact date.
Current summer Sunset Pool rental questions, please email swim@longmontcolorado.gov
Full payment is due at time of reservation.
- Fees are based on the amount of people entering the facility, whether or not they swim. If more people attend than paid for, the additional rental amount will be charged, plus a penalty fee of $50/per hour.
- In order to maintain safe patron-to-lifeguard ratios, if more people arrive than originally planned for, all guests may not be allowed to swim.
2024 Fees – 2 Hour Rental Minimum
- $200/hour, up to 50 people
- $275/hour, 51-100 people
- $350/hour, 101+ people
Rental fee includes an additional 15 minutes for set-up and an additional 15 minutes for clean-up.
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 30 days before rental = $5 Cancellation Fee
- 15-29 days before rental = 50% refund
- 14 days or fewer before rental = no refund
Rentals can be rescheduled without additional fees, but options may be limited. If inclement weather is in the forecast, moving the rental to an indoor pool may be an option. Once a rental has begun, no refunds due to inclement weather.
Shelter Rentals during Open Swims | 2024 Reservations are OPEN
Shelter and tent rentals below require a 2-hour minimum rental. Rental fees are non-refundable. Additional guests will be charged group rate admittance fee, whether or not they swim.
Main Shelter – Outdoor
- Located closest to the shallow water play area near the golf course.
- Brown shelter with 4 rectangular picnic tables.
- Fee: $120 for 2 hours and up to 15 people.
- Group rate admission applies for additional guests and must be paid for before guest entry.
Party Room – Indoor
- Indoor room, cooled by a swamp cooler, surrounded by windows viewing the slides and diving boards.
- 2, 8’ rectangular tables and 4 round large and 3 round small tables with 35 chairs. Sink and counter space.
- Fee: $120 for 2 hours and up to 15 people.
- Group rate admission applies for additional guests and must be paid for before guest entry.
Slide Tent – Outdoor
- Located between the slides and sand area.
- Fee: $80 for 2 hours and up to 10 people.
- Group rate admission applies for additional guest and must be paid for before guest entry.
Grass Tent – Outdoor
- Located in the grass area across from the diving boards.
- Fee: $80 for 2 hours and up to 10 people.
- Group rate admission applies for additional guests and must be paid for before guest entry.
Blue Shade Tents – Outdoor
- Approximately 12 x 12 feet, on concrete, with 2 round picnic tables.
- Fee: $80 for 2 hours and up to 10 people.
- Group rate admission applies for additional guests and must be paid for before guest entry.
To make your shelter or tent reservation, call Sunset Pool at 303-651-8300. Full payment is due at time of reservation, no same day reservations.
Groups Must Be Pre-Approved
All group requests must be pre-approved to ensure there will be enough staff to ensure safety. Groups that are not pre-approved may be turned away due to staffing limitations.
Email group requests to swim@longmontcolorado.gov with desired pool(s), dates, times, total number of people (swimming or not), organization name and address, and primary contact person name and phone number. All pre-approved groups are eligible for a discounted group rate admission! View the Drop-In Admission Fee table for individual and group rates..
Concessions Stand
Concession Stand will be open from 1pm-5pm, every day of the week! Additionally, drinking fountains are always available and bottled water can be purchased at the front desk. Food can also be brought into the pool, but please, no glass containers.
Special Programs! | Registration is OPEN!
Middle School Night, Tuesdays, 7-9 pm, June 11 and 25, July 9 and 23, Aug 6
- For middle-schoolers and soon-to-be freshmen (11 – 14 yrs)
- $6 Longmont residents/$7.50 non-residents (recreation pass not accepted)
- Preregister online so you don’t have to wait in line. Everyone who is preregistered can enter the facility at 6:45pm and enter the water at 7 pm. Preregistration ends at 6pm on day of event. Daily drop-in payment is available at the window, and participants must show proof of age or current student ID.
- No refunds due to inclement weather.
- Register for Middle School Nights
Little’s Swim | Sundays, 10 am-12 pm, May 26-Sept 1
- Kids 0-4 years with an adult (18+)
- Daily admission fee or recreation pass
- Register online now
- Enjoy the quiet of Sunset Pool, with no older kids and no slides
Swim lessons for all ages
Water Fitness Classes
Contact Kanemoto Pool
1151 S Pratt Pkwy, Longmont, CO 80501
303-774-3784
Kanemoto Activity Pool is CLOSED for the 2024 Season.Â
We had a great summer, and hope you did too! The Longmont Recreation Center is open year round to keep on swimming!
Kanemoto Activity Pool
This heated outdoor activity pool is geared for children 10 years old and younger. Kanemoto has a zero-depth entry, chair lift entry, small water slide and 4-foot-deep end – great for jumping and swimming. An adult 14 years+ must be in the water with children 5 and younger.
If you love Kanemoto Activity Pool, you should also try Roosevelt Activity Pool at 903 8th Ave.
Summer Schedule
Jun 1**- Aug 11, 2024Â (**Due to cold weather on May 31, the season opening is delayed until June 1.)
Mon-Sun, 10 am – 5 pm*
* Special Hours for Thurs, July 4th, 10 am-2 pm
Admission Fees
- $1, all visitors, under 12 months
- $4, Longmont residents, 1 year and older ($5 for non-residents)
Refunds
- No refunds due to inclement weather.
- Activity Pool Daily Drop-Ins are NOT transferable to the Longmont Recreation Center, Centennial Pool, Sunset Pool, or the St. Vrain Memorial Building.
- Activity Pool Daily Drop-Ins ARE transferable between Kanemoto Activity Pool and Roosevelt Activity Pool.
After Hours Private Rentals | 2024 Reservations are OPEN
Private rentals are available after regular pool hours and include entire pool, picnic tables, indoor party room, and staff.
- Rentals available June 31-Aug 11, Fri–Sun, 5:30-7:30 pm (2 hours minimum) and Mon-Thurs, 5:30-7:30 pm (1 or 2 hours reservations available)
- Private rental is not available Thu, July 4.
- Rentals must be made 2-3 weeks in advance to ensure staffing.
Full payment is due at time of reservation.
- Fees are based on the amount of people entering the facility, whether or not they swim.
- If more people attend than paid for, the additional rental amount will be charged, plus a penalty fee of $50/per hour.
- In order to maintain safe patron-to-lifeguard ratios, if more people arrive than originally planned for, all guests may not be allowed to swim.
- Each child 5 yrs and younger must be accompanied, in the water, by an adult 14 yrs+. Children will be asked to get out of the pool if there is not enough in-water adult supervision.
2024 Fees
- $120/hr, up to 20 people
- $150/hr, 21-50 people
Rental fee includes an additional 15 minutes for set-up and an additional 15 minutes for clean-up.
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 30 days before rental = $5 Cancellation Fee
- 15-29 days before rental = 50% refund
- 14 days or fewer before rental = no refund
Rentals can be rescheduled without additional fees, but options may be limited. If inclement weather is in the forecast, moving the rental to an indoor pool may be an option. Once a rental has begun, no refunds due to inclement weather.
2024 Shade Tent Rental Information
Shade tent is a stand-alone colorful canopy 12×12 feet, located in the grass. Call Sunset Pool at 303-651-8300 to reserve.
- $30 for 2 hours
- Two-hour minimum
- Admittance fee for all guests whether or not they choose to swim
Contact Roosevelt Pool
903 8th Ave, Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 651-8406
Roosevelt Activity Pool is CLOSED for the 2024 Season.Â
We had a great summer, and hope you did too! The Longmont Recreation Center is open year round to keep on swimming!
Summer Schedule | June 4- August 11, 2024
Mondays through Sundays, 10am-4pm
CLOSED 4th of July (Kanemoto will be open 10am-2pm)
No daycare or school groups. Please reach out to swim@longmontcolorado.gov if interested in visiting Sunset Pool or the Longmont Recreation Center. Â
Roosevelt Activity Pool is a heated outdoor pool with a maximum depth of 2 ft 8 inches. It features zero-depth geysers, tumble buckets, and a spray garden. Roosevelt Activity Pool is geared for ages 8 and under.
Love going to Roosevelt Activity Pool? You may also like Kanemoto Activity Pool!
Activity Pool Fees
Everyone who enters, swimming or not, pays the below admittance fee. Recreation Passes are valid at Activity Pools.
| Age | Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1 yr | $1.00 | $1.00 |
| Everyone 1 & up | $4.00 | $5.00 |
| Silver Sneaker Passes are not valid at Activity Pools. |
Refunds
No refunds due to inclement weather.
Activity Pool Daily Drop-Ins are NOT transferable to the Longmont Recreation Center, Centennial Pool, Sunset Pool, or the St. Vrain Memorial Building.  Activity Pool Daily Drop-Ins ARE transferable between Kanemoto Activity Pool and Roosevelt Activity Pool.
After Hours Private Rentals | 2024- Reservations OPEN
Available after regular scheduled pool hours, private after-hour rentals include entire pool, picnic table and staff.
- Full payment is due at time of reservation.
- Fee’s are based on the amount of people entering the facility, regardless if they swim or not.
- If rental has more people in attendance than paid for, the additional rental amount will be charged, plus a penalty fee of $50/per hour.
- In order to maintain safe patron to lifeguard ratio’s, if more people arrive than orignaly paid/planned for, not all guest will be allowed to swim.
- Adult (14yrs +) must be in the water with youth 5 years & under.
- Youth will be asked to get out of the pool, if not enough in-water adult supervision/support.
2024 Fees
- $120/hr up to 20 people
- $150/hr 21-50 people
Rental fee includes an additional 15 minutes to set-up your party, and an additional 15 minutes to clean-up afterwards.
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 30 days before rental = $5 Cancellation Fee
- 15-29 days before rental = 50% refund
- 14 days/ 2 weeks before rental = no refund
Rentals can be rescheduled without additional fees, but options may be limited. If inclement weather is in the forecast, moving the rental to an indoor pool may be another option. Once a rental has begun, no refunds due to inclement weather.
Summer Availability, June 4- August 11, 2024
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday, between 4:30pm-7:30pm
- 2 hours minimum
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, between 4:30pm-7:30pm
- Can choose 1 or 2 hours of water time.
- 1 hour rentals must start at 4:30pm.
No Rentals on 4th of July
2024 Shelter Rental Reservations
2024 Shade Tent Rental Information
Shade tent is a stand-alone colorful canopy 12×12 feet, located in the grass. Available during Open Swim Hours only. Rental fee is non-refundable.   Call Sunset Pool to reserve 303-651-8300. No same day rental options.
- $30 for 2 hours
- Two-hour minimum
- Additional guests are welcome, must be paid for before entry.
- Admittance fee for all guests whether they choose to swim or not.
Interested in reading the pool rules and policies? Download the Aquatic Facility Policy Guide.
Outdoor Pool Weather Policy
 Lightning and Thunder
- The City of Longmont uses the WeatherBug app, to track nearby lightning strikes.
- The pool will be cleared for 30 minutes after the most recent lightning striking within 8 miles of the pool.
- Sunset Pool: Staff and Patrons must seek shelter in the offices, bathhouse (inside or under awning), or under the brown shelter.
- No showers to be used in the bathhouse.
- Activity Pools:Â Â Patrons must exit the pool area, and staff seek shelter in the offices or entry awning.
- Sunset Pool: Staff and Patrons must seek shelter in the offices, bathhouse (inside or under awning), or under the brown shelter.
Pool Temperature:
- Pools will close if the water temperature drops below the state code limit of 77 degrees.
Air Temperature:
- Activity Pools
- Using the WeatherBug app, the pools will open if the temperature is predicted to reach 65 degrees by opening (usually 10am).
- If the air temperature is expected to fall below 65 throughout the day, and there is cloud coverage, the pool may close early.
- Sunset Pool
- Will strive to remain open for lap and open swim, but if the air temperature is predicted to be below 50 degrees by 10am, the pool may close early or not open for the day.
Swim Lessons at Outdoor Pools
- We strive to have swim lessons at the outdoor pools in safe inclement weather, in the above temperature ranges.
- Kanemoto Pool:
- If the air temperature is not predicted to reach 65 degrees by 10am, all swim lessons will be moved indoors to the Longmont Recreation Center leisure pool.
- Decision will be made by 9am, and participants will be notified by email of location change.
- Sunset Pool:
- Weekday Morning Swim Lessons:Â Â No changes, continue as scheduled with temperature guidelines, and in rare cases of thunder/lightning, a Safety Day will be held in the party room.
- Evening Swim Lessons:
- When the hourly forecast is checked at 3pm, and at 5pm it is predicted to be 80% or higher chance of heavy rain, and/or thunder & lightning, swim lessons will be moved to the indoor Centennial Pool.
- Participants will be notified of location change by email between 3pm-4pm, on that day.
Find Our Pool Locations
Contact
For all aquatic questions, including swim lessons:
swim@longmontcolorado.gov Â
Swim Lessons:Â 303-774-4706
Centennial Pool:Â 303-651-8406
Pools are available for after-hour rentals for parties and other events! Rentals include pool time, the party room, and staff. Rental fee paid dictates pool facility enter and exit times. Renters have until 7 days prior to the rental to extend their reservations with payment or else the rental CANNOT be extended. Half of the rental fee may be refunded if reservation is cancelled by the renter. To learn more about our facility rentals, visit our rental page.
