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Enjoy time with friends and family or simply relax for the day at one of the City's outdoor pools.
Borden Natural Swimming Pool is currently closed and scheduled to open in late July, weather and air quality permitting.
For the 2025 schedule and building hours of our other outdoor pools, visit MoveLearnPlay.
The City manages 5 outdoor swimming pools, including the first of its kind in Canada, Borden Natural Swimming Pool.
Outdoor Pools are Value type admission except for Aquafit classes and Swim Training, which are Benefit Plus programs.
Admission to these pools is included with all City of Edmonton Recreation Centre memberships, including the Summer Child & Youth Pass.
| Admission Type | Single Admission | Aquafit & Swim Training |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (18-64 years) | $9.25 | $12.75 |
| Youth/Senior (13-17/65+ years) | $7.75 | $10.25 |
| Child (2-12 years) | $6.25 | $8.25 |
| Infant (Under 2 years) | Free | Not Applicable |
| Household (Up to 7 people of the same household related by birth, legal status or marriage) | $25.25 | $35.25 |
Closures of outdoor pools are determined by temperature (below 18 °C), air quality (monitored by 4 stations across the City), extreme weather (stormy, heavy rain, lightning or thunder), and bookings.
Check Facility Notifications for the latest outdoor pool status.
Outdoor pool status is updated daily at 10am and 1pm.
Located in Borden Park, this pool is Canada’s first public, man-made, natural swimming pool and offers swimmers a unique, chemical-free swimming experience.