Chicago
General Admission: Free.
Dates Open: Mid-June – September 6.
General Community Hours: 11 AM – 7:15 PM.
Number of Pools: 51 Outdoor, 26 Indoor, 18 More Public School Pools Available, 95 Total.
Approximate Pools Per Person (citywide): .000033 (rank: 1st)
Approximate Pools Per Kid (citywide): .000127 (rank: 1st)
Average June/July/August High Temperatures (?F): 79/84/82
Special Programs Offered:
- Swimming lessons offered to adults, seniors and children 36 months to 5 years old for a small fee.
- Free “Learn to Swim” programs offered to kids age 6 to 17.
Our Ranking: 1st. The most total pools and pools per capita, plenty of free programming and an impressive water slide put Chicago public pools at the top of our list.
Photo by courtesy of the City of Chicago
