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Public Pools in Raleigh, NC

15 public pools · checked Oct 8, 2026

As of Oct 8, 2026

Of the 15 pools, 5 with checked hours, 6 that don't publish hours, 4 closed for the season.

Hours checked · 5

Hours checked with each pool's official website.

Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center

Open year-round with modified hours and capacity under the city's Code Yellow aquatics alert.

Indoor · City / County · Northeast Raleigh

  • From $4
  • Lap swim
Hours, prices & details

Hours this week

Mon10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tue10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wed10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thu10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sat10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sun1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
  • 2026-11-11: Holiday closure
  • 2026-11-26: Holiday closure
  • 2026-11-27: Holiday closure
  • 2026-12-24: Holiday closure
  • 2026-12-25: Holiday closure
  • 2026-12-26: Holiday closure
  • 2027-01-01: Holiday closure

Prices

Ages 1–12 (resident)
$4
Ages 1–12 (non-resident)
$7
Ages 13–54 (resident)
$9
Ages 13–54 (non-resident)
$16
Ages 55+ (resident)
$7
Ages 55+ (non-resident)
$12
Monthly/annual passes
sold here

Swim schedule

Mon–Sat
Open swim · 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. · All ages
Sun
Open swim · 1 – 5 p.m. · All ages
Mon, Wed, Fri
Lap swim · 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. · Lap swimmers
Tue, Thu
Lap swim · 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. · Lap swimmers

The pool

Lap pool
Depth 3.5 to 5.5 ft. 3 lanes.
Lazy river / current channel
Water vortex
Zero-depth tot area
Tumble buckets, water curtain and tot slide
Programs
Swim lessons, Clinics
Features
3-story waterslide (48 in. minimum), Lazy river / current channel, Water vortex, Zero-depth tot area with tumble buckets, water curtain and tot slide

Good to know

  • Open with modified hours and capacity under city 'Code Yellow' aquatics alert (Oct 2026).
  • Capacity is first-come, first-served with a waitlist.
  • Birthday parties are not currently offered.
  • No towels or concessions.
  • Facility director: Priscilla Holcomb.
  • Hours listed are for 2026; lap swim is not available on Saturday or Sunday.

Checked Oct 8, 2026 on raleighnc.gov, raleighnc.gov, raleighnc.gov.

5908 Buffaloe Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616 · 919-996-5600 · Official website · ★ 4.3 (676 Google reviews)

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Optimist Aquatic Center

Open year-round with modified hours and capacity.

Indoor & outdoor · City / County · North Raleigh

  • From $2
  • Lap swim
  • 50 m pool
Hours, prices & details

Hours this week

Mon5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Tue5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Wed5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Thu5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Fri5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Sat6 a.m. – 6 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Sun1 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Prices

Ages 1–12 (resident)
$2
Ages 1–12 (non-resident)
$3
Ages 13–54 (resident)
$6
Ages 13–54 (non-resident)
$9
Ages 55+ (resident)
$5
Ages 55+ (non-resident)
$7
Monthly pass
Annual pass

Swim schedule

Mon–Fri
Adult lap swim · 5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat
Adult lap swim · 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sun
Adult lap swim · 1 – 6 p.m.
Mon–Fri
Recreational swim · 12:30 – 5 p.m.
Sat
Recreational swim · 12:30 – 6 p.m.
Sun
Recreational swim · 1 – 6 p.m.
Fri
Kayak open pool sessions · Nov–Apr

The pool

Competition/lap pool
Length 50 meters (Olympic length). Width 25 yards. Depth 12 ft. Under fabric tension structure; climbing wall
Outdoor wading pool
Programs
Swim meets
Features
Climbing wall, Locker rooms, Classroom

Good to know

  • Open with modified hours/capacity ('Code Yellow' alert, Oct 2026).
  • Holiday/meet closures listed Nov 2026–Jan 2027.
  • Recreational swim hours are staffing dependent.
  • Air-supported bubble converted to fabric tension structure in 2009.
  • Facility director Ronnie Banks.
  • City names it 'Optimist Pool', in Optimist Park.

Checked Oct 8, 2026 on raleighnc.gov, raleighnc.gov.

5902 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609 · 919-996-2790 · Official website · ★ 4.5 (267 Google reviews)

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Millbrook Exchange Pool

Open year-round; reopened after September 12–25, 2026 maintenance and is operating under 'Code Yellow' modified hours and capacity.

Indoor & outdoor · City / County · North Raleigh

  • From $2
  • Lap swim
Hours, prices & details

Hours this week

Mon5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Tue5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Wed5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Thu5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Fri5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat6 a.m. – 6 p.m., 12:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Sun7 a.m. – 1 p.m., 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • 2026-09-12: Annual maintenance closure (Sept 12-25, 2026)
  • 2026-11-11: Closed
  • 2026-11-26: Closed
  • 2026-11-27: Closed

Prices

Ages 1-12 resident
$2
Ages 1-12 non-resident
$3
Ages 13-54 resident
$6
Ages 13-54 non-resident
$9
Ages 55+ resident
$5
Ages 55+ non-resident
$7
Monthly pass
$18-$81
Annual pass
$120-$540

Swim schedule

Mon–Fri
Lap swim · 5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat
Lap swim · 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sun
Lap swim · 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Mon–Thu
Recreational swim · 12:30 – 5 p.m.
Fri
Recreational swim · 12:30 – 8 p.m.
Sat
Recreational swim · 12:30 – 6 p.m.
Sun
Recreational swim · 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

The pool

Lap pool
Length 25 yards. Depth 3.5 to 5.5 ft. Under fabric tension structure, year-round
Wading pool
Depth 1.5 ft. Outdoor, in summer
Programs
Swim lessons, Clinics, Water exercise classes
Features
Lap lanes, Recreational swim, Water exercise classes, Swim lessons and clinics

Good to know

  • Operating under 'Code Yellow' modified hours/capacity.
  • Annual maintenance closure Sept 12-25, 2026; closed Nov 11 and Nov 26-27.
  • Part of Millbrook Exchange Park ('Millbrook Aquatic Center').
  • Facility director Tim McAllister.

Checked Oct 8, 2026 on raleighnc.gov, raleighnc.gov.

1911 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615 · 919-996-4130 · Official website · ★ 4.5 (217 Google reviews)

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A.E. Finley YMCA

The indoor pool is open daily; the outdoor pool is open limited days in October 2026.

Indoor & outdoor · YMCA · North Raleigh

  • Lap swim
Hours, prices & details

Hours this week

Mon5 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Tue5 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Wed5 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Thu5 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Fri5 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Sat7 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Sun9 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.

Swim schedule

Wed 2026-10-07 only (daily schedule snapshot)
Indoor pool lap lane (7 shared lanes) · 11:00-13:00
Wed 2026-10-07 only (daily schedule snapshot)
Indoor pool lap lane (7 shared lanes) · 13:00-16:00
Wed 2026-10-07 only (daily schedule snapshot)
Indoor pool lap lane (3 shared lanes) · 16:00-19:00
Wed 2026-10-07 only (daily schedule snapshot)
Swim lessons · 19:00-20:00
Wed 2026-10-07 only (daily schedule snapshot)
Indoor pool lap lane (10 shared lanes) · 20:00-20:45
Tue; Thu
Outdoor pool, October 2026 · 10:00-14:00 · Members and guests
Sat
Outdoor pool, October 2026 · 11:00-16:00 · Association member-only day
Sun
Outdoor pool, October 2026 · 12:00-17:00 · Members and guests

The pool

Indoor pool
10 lanes. 10-lane pool for lap-lane swimmers, open swimming, lessons and Aqua Fitness classes
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool with changing areas and showers, deck space, chairs and shade
Toddler pool
Programs
Swim lessons, Aqua Fitness classes, YOTA swim team, Masters Swim program for adults
Features
Indoor pool, Outdoor pool, Outdoor waterslide, Toddler pool, Sauna, Steam room

Pool rules

  • Lap lane reservations are not required
  • Saturdays and holidays (Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day and Labor Day) are association member-only days at outdoor pools; guests and nationwide member visitors are welcome on non-holiday weekdays and Sundays

Good to know

  • facility_hours are the indoor pool: the page says indoor pool hours match the branch hours except the pool closes 15 minutes earlier. Branch hours: Mon-Thu 5 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri 5 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Outdoor pool hours shown are the October 2026 period (includes today): Mon/Wed/Fri closed; Tue/Thu 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (member-only); Sunday 12-5 p.m. Through September 30 the outdoor hours were wider (Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.).
  • The Wednesday lap lane schedule is a one-day snapshot of the pool schedule page (fetched 2026-10-07) and may change daily.
  • The pool is part of a YMCA, so access is mainly for members; the location page mentions a free 7-day pass for ages 18+.

Checked Oct 7, 2026 on ymcatriangle.org, ymcatriangle.org, ymcatriangle.org.

9216 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615 · 919-848-9622 · Official website · ★ 4.1 (192 Google reviews)

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SAS Natatorium

Open year-round Monday through Friday; closed Saturdays and Sundays.

Indoor · Aquatic center

Hours, prices & details

Hours this week

Mon7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tue7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wed7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thu7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fri7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed

Swim schedule

Wednesdays
Water Aerobics · 8:00 – 8:45 a.m.

The pool

Natatorium pool
Located in Building GN; used for family swim and water aerobics.
Programs
Water Aerobics
Features
Pool, Men's & Women's lockers

Good to know

  • The Natatorium is part of the SAS Recreation & Fitness Center (RFC) on the Cary, NC campus; access is limited to SAS employees, retirees, spouses/domestic partners and eligible immediate family members ages 18–25, and a safety waiver or medical clearance is required.
  • The RFC closes early on the last working day before a SAS holiday.
  • The October 2026 Natatorium schedule lists a Poolside Pumpkin Party on Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:00–7:00 p.m. (family swim; $8 per pumpkin, optional; register by Friday, Oct. 2).
  • The October 2026 RFC newsletter lists a Pumpkin Pool Party on Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:00–7:00 p.m. at GN; the Natatorium calendar lists the same event as 'POOLSIDE PUMPKIN PARTY' at 5:00–7:00 a.m., which appears to be a typo.
  • The RFC newsletter is dated October 2026 and the Natatorium schedule is for October; both were fetched on 2026-10-06.

Checked Oct 7, 2026 on sas.com, sas.com, sas.com.

310 Matrix Dr, Cary, NC 27513 · 919-531-1968 · Official website · ★ 5 (18 Google reviews)

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These pools are open to the public but don't publish hours online.

Triangle Aquatic Center

Hours not published by the pool · Google Maps lists hours · call before you go

Indoor & outdoor · Aquatic center

  • From $5
  • 50 m pool
  • Free swim times
Hours, prices & details

Hours

Open year-round; the outdoor pool is heated and cooled for year-round use. Check the website or call before you go.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Mon5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Tue5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Wed5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Thu5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Fri5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Prices

Youth (Ages 2-17) daily fee
$5.25
Adults (18+) daily fee
$8.50
Seniors (60+) daily fee
$5.00
Family (5 total members, no more than 2 Adults) daily fee
$27.00
Youth (Ages 2-17) monthly pass
$31.50
Youth (Ages 2-17) yearly pass
$315.00
Adults (18+) monthly pass
$55.00
Adults (18+) yearly pass
$550.00
Seniors (60+) monthly pass
$39.00
Seniors (60+) yearly pass
$390.00
Family (5 total members, no more than 2 Adults) monthly pass
$156.00
Locker Rental monthly
$15.00
Locker Rental yearly
$150.00
10-Visit Punch Card for Adults (18+)
$85.00

Swim for free

  • Children under age 2 are free with paid adult.

The pool

Competition Pool
Length 50 meters (Olympic length). Width 25 yards. Depth 7 to 12 ft. 18 lanes. Water 80°F. 8 LCM or 18 SCY; one moveable bulkhead allows for long or short course events as well as the hosting of water polo, synchronized swimming and other aquatic events; can support up to 23 short-course training lanes; Daktronics timing systems with separate admin stations are used in each pool; brand new 28’ VIVILED Video Scoreboard has full color video capabilities and can show results for two separate events; spectator capacity within the Triangle Aquatic Center facility is 1000 with room for additional seating of 600 on deck.
Outdoor Pool
Length 50 meters (Olympic length). Depth 7 ft. 9 lanes. Water 80°F. Completed in 2022; used for training, practices and open swim; located directly outside of the Program Pool; can be configured for up to 9 lanes of 50-meter swimming or 20 lanes of 25-yard swimming; both heated and cooled for year-round use; a 30-foot-wide deck surrounds the pool, with an 8-foot canopy overhangs that allows for covered in-water instruction; availability may be affected by weather conditions.
Program Pool
Length 25 yards. Depth 4 to 7 ft. 10 lanes. Water 82°F. Located adjacent to the Competition Pool; multi-purpose pool available for lap swimming, swim lessons, aqua fitness classes and general swimming.
Instructional Pool
Depth 3.7 ft. Water 87°F. Housed in its own room; shallow, warm-water pool; water temperature is maintained between 86 – 88 degrees making this pool area an inviting and comfortable atmosphere for beginner swimming classes as well as therapy or rehabilitation for adults.
Programs
TITANS Swim Academy, Aqua Fit, EZ Aqua, Hydro Aquatic Training, CardioFit, Cardio Drumming, Senior Chair Yoga, Lifeguard Certification and Re-certification
Features
Outdoor 50-meter pool, Indoor 50-meter competition pool, 10-lane 25-yard pool, Warm water instructional pool, State-of-the-art fitness center, Kitchen, Meeting spaces, 28’ VIVILED Video Scoreboard, Spectator capacity 1000 with room for additional seating of 600 on deck, Paddock Evacuator Technology, State-of-the-art HVAC system

Pool rules

  • Tobacco/Drugs/Alcohol: Smoking, smokeless tobacco, illegal drugs, beer, and other alcoholic beverages are prohibited on the premises.
  • Pool Deck Access: Only active swimmers and certified coaches may access the pool deck. Swim events may have their own deck access protocol which must be approved by TAC management. Non-participants require TAC staff approval and a signed waiver.
  • Atrium Use & Child Supervision: The Atrium is available for guest use when not reserved for classes, meetings, rentals, or other TAC activities. It is a shared community space and not a playground or recreational area. Children must remain under direct parental supervision at all times. Be respectful of others in the shared space and follow all instructions from TAC staff regarding Atrium availability.
  • Locker Rooms & Footwear: No bare feet outside locker rooms or pool areas (except during organized classes). Children over age 5 may not use the opposite-sex locker room; unisex restrooms are provided.
  • Lockers: Lockers are for day use only unless rented monthly or annually in conjunction with an active swim pass, class, or team registration. Unauthorized locks will be removed; items will be held for two weeks before donation. Guests must provide their own locks. TAC is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items from lockers (locked or unlocked).
  • Personal Belongings: Keep books, bags, coats, and other items in lockers; they are not allowed in activity areas. Guests are responsible for their belongings at all times.
  • Conduct: Harassment, foul or abusive language, unsportsmanlike behavior, and rude conduct are not tolerated. Misuse, abuse, moving, or removal of TAC property is prohibited. Violators are financially responsible for damages and may lose facility privileges.
  • Health & Safety: Individuals with infectious or communicable diseases may not use the TAC pools. All wounds must be properly covered before entering the water. Anyone with Band-Aids, blisters, cuts, rashes, stitches, or open wounds is not permitted in the pools.
  • Animals: Pets are not permitted, except service/support animals clearly identified by vest.
  • Guests & Access: Guests are permitted only during facility hours and must register and sign a waiver at the front desk before use. Multipurpose rooms are for pre-approved use only.
  • Phones: A public phone is available in the lobby; all others are reserved for TAC business.
  • Supervision: A building supervisor is on duty at all times. Direct facility or program questions to the supervisor.
  • Enforcement: Guests and visitors must follow all TAC rules. Violations may result in suspension or revocation of privileges.
  • Weather Policy: Triangle Aquatic Center (TAC) staff closely monitor local radar and weather reports for any signs of severe weather. If necessary, pools will be closed and guests asked to exit the water. The facility will remain open, and closed pools will reopen as soon as conditions allow. Because weather can change rapidly, we cannot predict in advance if or when pool closures will occur, or how long they will last. All decisions are made on a case-by-case basis by facility staff with safety in mind.
  • Sanitary Rules: All swimmers must take a cleansing shower before entering the pools and after using the restroom. Children age 3 and under must wear swim diapers. Regular diapers are not permitted in any TAC pool. All accidents, no matter how minor, must be reported to the lifeguard on duty. Alcoholic beverages, smoking, vaping, and the use of illegal or impairing substances are prohibited throughout the facility. Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs may not enter the pools or participate in aquatic activities. Glass containers are not permitted anywhere in the facility.
  • Pool Safety and Conduct Rules: Diving in shallow areas is prohibited. Non-swimmers and children age 5 and under must be accompanied in the water by a parent, guardian, or chaperone at all times (except during classes). Chaperones must be at least 14 years of age. Children age 11 and under must be supervised at all times by a parent, guardian, or chaperone (except during classes). Open swim lanes may not be used for swim instruction. Contact the front desk for rental policies regarding lessons at TAC. Proper swimsuits are required. Swimming in street clothing (such as jeans, T-shirts, or cut-off sweatpants) is not permitted. Playing on steps or ladders is prohibited. Back flips, back jumps, and back dives are not allowed, even in deep water. Only properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard–approved life vests are allowed and only in shallow water. Wearing a life jacket does not change applicable age or supervision requirements. All play toys must be approved by lifeguard staff before use. TAC-provided equipment is available for patron use at your own risk; please use responsibly. Triangle Aquatic Center is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen items anywhere in the facility, including restrooms, locker rooms, and lockers (locked or unlocked, rented or not).

Good to know

  • Open swim hours are not published as fixed times; the page states: 'Lane availability changes throughout the day!' and 'Open Swim availability can change at any time due to events, practices, rentals, or weather.' Visitors are directed to check the weekly schedule (updated Fridays) and confirm current status in real-time or by calling 919-459-4045.
  • The open swim page shows two price tables: one with prices effective September 1, 2026 (Youth $5.25, Adults $8.50, Seniors $5.00, Family $27.00, Locker Rental $15.00/$150.00, 10-Visit Punch Card $85.00) and one with lower prices (Youth $5, Adults $8, Seniors $4.75, Family $25, Locker Rental $10/$100, 10-Visit Punch Card $80) with the note 'Prices on this page will be increasing as of September 1, 2026.' The higher prices are used here as they are effective from September 1, 2026.
  • TAC is a cashless facility: credit card payments only.
  • 25% discount on monthly and yearly passes for Military, Fire, EMS, and Police.
  • The facility includes a 5,000 sq ft fitness center and a 5,000 sq ft Atrium.

Checked Oct 7, 2026 on triangleaquatics.org, triangleaquatics.org, triangleaquatics.org.

275 Convention Dr, Cary, NC 27511 · 919-459-4045 · Official website · ★ 4.2 (639 Google reviews)

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Alexander Family YMCA

Hours not published by the pool · Google Maps lists hours · call before you go

Indoor · YMCA

  • Lap swim
  • Free swim times
Hours, prices & details

Hours

This pool doesn't publish public hours online. Check the website or call before you go.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Mon5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Tue5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Wed5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Thu5 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Fri5 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sun9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

Swim for free

  • Free 7-day pass to try the Y

Swim schedule

Family swim, lap lane swimming and open swim (times not given on this page) · Members

The pool

Indoor pool
6 lanes. Six-lane indoor pool for experienced swimmers and those learning the basics.
Features
Six-lane indoor pool, Sauna, Steam room, Locker rooms, Kid Zone drop-in child care for YMCA members

Good to know

  • No pool-specific hours: the page shows only building hours for Wednesday (5 a.m. - 10 p.m.) and links to 'Kid Zone and Pool Hours' without showing them, so facility_hours is left out.
  • The page says the pool is open for family swim times, lap lane swimming and open swim times, but gives no times or prices.
  • This is a YMCA, so use is for members or pass holders; no entry prices are on the page.

Checked Oct 7, 2026 on ymcatriangle.org.

1603 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27605 · 919-832-9622 · Official website · ★ 4.4 (241 Google reviews)

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Gypsy Divers Aquatic Center

Hours not published by the pool · Google Maps lists hours · call before you go

Indoor · Aquatic center · Northeast Raleigh

Hours, prices & details

Hours

This pool doesn't publish public hours online. Check the website or call before you go.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Mon10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tue10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wed10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thu10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sat10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

The pool

Training pool
Length 75 ft. Width 40 ft. Depth 3 to 12 ft. 6 lanes. Water 88°F. 145,000-gallon indoor pool; starts at 3 feet and slowly slopes to 5 feet for half of the pool, then steadily drops to 12 feet for the last half. Kept at 88 degrees year-round.
Programs
Open Water Diver certification, Scuba Skills Update, Scuba refresher programs, Advanced specialties, Children's diving programs
Features
Heated indoor pool, Onsite dive shop, Cylinders and weights kept on the pool deck

Good to know

  • The hours listed on the contact page (Mon–Fri 10:00 am–7:00 pm, Sat 10:00 am–5:00 pm, Sun Noon–5:00 pm) are store/business hours, not public swim hours. The pool is used for scuba training and swim lessons; no public swim hours are published.
  • Special closings: closed for Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.
  • Swim lessons are handled by Oak City Swim School, located on the other side of the building.

Checked Oct 7, 2026 on gypsydivers.com, gypsydivers.com, gypsydivers.com.

3651 Bastion Ln, Raleigh, NC 27604 · 919-255-1931 · Official website · ★ 4.9 (99 Google reviews)

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William H. Sonner Aquatic Facility

Hours not published by the pool · Google Maps lists hours · call before you go

Indoor · Aquatic center · Southwest Raleigh

Hours, prices & details

Hours

This pool doesn't publish public hours online. Check the website or call before you go.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Mon9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tue9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wed9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thu9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Fri9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sat9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sun9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

The pool

6-lane 25 yards heated pool
Length 25 yards. 6 lanes.
6-lane 20 yards heated pool
Length 20 yards. 6 lanes.
Warm water instructional pool
Programs
Swim team, Wahoo Swim Academy swim lessons, Masters swimming
Features
2000 sq. ft. gym for dryland

Good to know

  • The official pages are for the Raleigh Swimming Association swim club; no public swim hours, admission prices or season status are published.
  • The facility is the club's primary training site; swim team enrollment for 2026-2027 is open with limited spaces available.
  • Practice schedules are posted as weekly PDFs (e.g. Sonner Weekly Practice Schedule 10/5/26-10/11/26); these are team practice times, not public swim hours.
  • Business office: [email protected]; swim team evaluations: [email protected]; Wahoo Swim Academy: [email protected].

Checked Oct 7, 2026 on swimrsa.org, swimrsa.org, swimrsa.org.

1013 Jones Franklin Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606 · 919-859-4881 · Official website · ★ 4.9 (13 Google reviews)

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Poole Family YMCA

Hours not published by the pool · Google Maps lists hours · call before you go

Outdoor · YMCA

Hours, prices & details

Hours

This pool doesn't publish public hours online. Check the website or call before you go.

Hours on Google Maps (not confirmed with the pool)

Mon5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Tue5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Wed5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Thu5 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Fri5 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sun11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Google's hours can be out of date, especially outside the pool season. Call before you go.

The pool

Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool with lap lanes
Toddler pool
Splash pad
Features
Outdoor waterslide, Splash pad, Toddler pool

Good to know

  • Pool hours and outdoor season dates not found on the official page.
  • Facility hours (2026): Mon-Thu 5 am-9 pm; Fri 5 am-8 pm; Sat 7 am-6 pm; Sun noon-6 pm. These are building hours, not pool hours.
  • Membership required; prices not listed. 7-day free trial pass for ages 18+.
  • YMCA facility opened around 2017 with an 'Outdoor Aquatics Center'.

Checked Oct 8, 2026 on ymcatriangle.org, ymcatriangle.org.

2110 Aversboro Rd, Garner, NC 27529 · 919-582-9622 · Official website · ★ 4.7 (310 Google reviews)

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Ridge Road Pool

Hours not published · call before you go

Outdoor · City / County · North Hills

Hours, prices & details

Hours

Closed for the season until Summer 2027. Check the website or call before you go.

The pool

Main pool
Lap and recreation main pool; 12 ft deep end
Wade pool
Spray ground
Features
Wade pool, Spray ground, 12 ft deep end

Good to know

  • Page updated Sep 14, 2026; no off-season hours posted.
  • 2026 daily admission (Raleigh standard pools): ages 1-12 $2 resident/$3 non-resident; 13-54 $6/$9; 55+ $5/$7.

Checked Oct 8, 2026 on raleighnc.gov, raleighnc.gov.

1709 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607 · 919-996-5410 · Official website · ★ 4.4 (106 Google reviews)

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Questions about pools in Raleigh

Which pools in Raleigh are open in winter?

Indoor pools stay open in fall and winter: Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center, Optimist Aquatic Center, Millbrook Exchange Pool, A.E. Finley YMCA, SAS Natatorium, Triangle Aquatic Center.

How much does it cost to swim at a public pool in Raleigh?

Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center: Ages 1–12 (resident) $4, Ages 1–12 (non-resident) $7, Ages 13–54 (resident) $9; Optimist Aquatic Center: Ages 1–12 (resident) $2, Ages 1–12 (non-resident) $3, Ages 13–54 (resident) $6; Millbrook Exchange Pool: Ages 1-12 resident $2, Ages 1-12 non-resident $3, Ages 13-54 resident $6.

Are there free swim times in Raleigh?

Triangle Aquatic Center: Children under age 2 are free with paid adult; Alexander Family YMCA: Free 7-day pass to try the Y.

Is there a 50-meter pool in Raleigh?

Yes: Optimist Aquatic Center, Triangle Aquatic Center.

Compare all 15 pools
PoolStatusTypeLap swimFrom
Buffaloe Road Aquatic CenterHours checkedindoorYes$4
Optimist Aquatic CenterHours checkedbothYes$2
Millbrook Exchange PoolHours checkedbothYes$2
A.E. Finley YMCAHours checkedbothYes—
SAS NatatoriumHours checkedindoor——
Triangle Aquatic CenterCall before you goboth—$5
Alexander Family YMCACall before you goindoorYes—
Gypsy Divers Aquatic CenterCall before you goindoor——
William H. Sonner Aquatic FacilityCall before you goindoor——
Poole Family YMCACall before you gooutdoor——
Ridge Road PoolCall before you gooutdoor——
Pullen Aquatic CenterClosed for the seasonindoorYes$2
Lake Johnson PoolClosed for the seasonoutdoor—$2
Longview PoolClosed for the season——$2
Biltmore Hills PoolClosed for the seasonoutdoor—$2