With a taste of the summer heat already here, it’s time to make sure you know how to stay cool! Here are the best pools, water parks and splash pads in Louisville that you can enjoy this summer.
Myriad Swim Club900 Baxter Ave.The inviting lounge pool has sun-soaked seating areas, a tanning deck, cabanas, and a poolside bar. The best part? Locals can snag a day pass for just $10 on weekdays.Falling Rock Quarry
2201 Fendley Mill Rd
This 18 and up only quarry is perfect for lounging, swimming and adventuring. You can snorkel, paddleboard, pedal boat, kayak, canoe, play sand volleyball or relax in the water. It’s $10 to reserve your spot and $25 for admission.The Omni Rooftop Pool400 S 2nd St.A daycation at The Omni? Don’t mind if we do. Enjoy epic views and the heated pool along with drinks and snacks from the pool bar. A daypass starts at $35 and parking starts at $25.E.P. Tom Sawyer Park
3000 Freys Hill Rd.
E.P. Tom Sawyer Park isn’t just for hiking or archery. It has the largest public outdoor pool in Louisville and a splash pad, too. For 18 and older the admission is $18 on the weekdays and $12 on the weekends; for ages 3 to 17, weekday rates are $8 and weekends are $10; and for children two and under, admission is free. Photo via Kentucky State ParksLouisville Turners3125 River Rd.Enjoy an Olympic-size swimming pool, diving areas, snack shack, and pool deck at The Louisville Turners pool, open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Access to the pool is included with Turners membership, and members may bring guests for a small fee. They have events for members throughout the summer, including weekly cookouts, themed Sundays and monthly dive-in movies.Waterfront Park
1101 River Rd
Waterfront Park has an amazing free public splashpark. The area includes misters, a tipping water bucket and structures that resemble boats and a bridge. Photo via Waterfront ParkCalypso Cove Waterpark
9400 Mill Brook Rd
This waterpark has it all! With a vortex pool, water cannons, slides, interactive structures and features, heated water and an onsite snack area, Calypso Cove has everything you need for a fun day. While a membership is required, the YMCA offers financial assistance.Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay
937 Phillips Lane
One of the best waterparks in Louisville, Hurricane Bay has water rides and thrills for every thrill level. Just want to relax? You can rent a cabana or enjoy floating down Castaway Creek. Tickets range from $29.99 to $49.99. Child and senior discounts are available.Mary T Meagher Aquatic Center
201 Resevoir Rd
Located in Crescent Hill Park, this center offers lap swimming, water fitness and swim lessons. Daily admission fees start at $3 for children 3-12, $8 for adults and $4.50 for seniors (55 and older).Plainview Swim Center
10235 Timberwood Circle
Located in Jeffersontown, this pool has a 12-meter pool, dive pool and children’s pool. The admission for this pool is $13 per day for resident adults 18 and over and $10 for residents from 3-17. For non-residents, adults pay $16 per day and ages 3-17 pay $11.The Parklands at Floyd Fork
Broad Run Park: 11551 Bardstown Rd & Beckley Creek Park: 1411 Beckley Creek Pkwy
The Parklands at Floyd Fork have two locations where your little ones (or you!) can splash and get out of the heat for a while. Water cannons and a three-loop spray tunnel can be fun for all ages. No admission fee required.Clarksville Cove
800 S. Clark Blvd
This Indiana aquatic center has splash pads, two slides, a pool, a cafe and a private party area that you can reserve. Admission for Indiana residents is $8, the out of state rate is $16 and the rate for 2 years and younger is $2, but it includes a swim diaper. Season passes are also available.Douglass Hills Pool
501 Gatehouse Ln
This neighborhood pool is open to the public, but remember to go grab a day pass at City Hall. The pool has a large pool and a wading pool, plus diving boards and a water slide.Fairdale Pool
709 Fairdale Rd
This public pool is located in Nelson Hornbeck Park. Admission is $2 for 17 and under and $3 for 18 and over. Remember a form of photo identification!Tyler Park
1502 Castlewood Ave
Another public splashpark located near the Highlands.Silver Street Park
2043 Silver Street
Located in New Albany, Silver Street Park has tons of amenities, including a great public splash pad.Skyview Park
2700 Watterson Trail
This Jefferstown splashground has 26 water features, plus they recycle water for the sports fields.Sun Valley Pool
6505 Bethany Ln
Located in Valley Station, general admission is around $2-3 per person to visit this community pool.Jeffersonville Aquatic Center
2107 Middle Rd
Jeffersonville Aquatic Center offers swim lessons, a swim team and lap swimming alongside their pool. The daily rate for Jeffersonville residents is $8, for Indiana residents it’s $12, and for out of state residents it is $15. Season passes are available.River Run
224 West Daisy Lane
Between the waterpark fun and the swimming workouts, River Run is a New Albany staple. Admission for Floyd County residents is $9, for Indiana residents it’s $12, and for out of state residents it’s $17. Season passes, group rates and birthday party rates are available.Shawnee Park
4501 W Broadway
A great free splashground for kids located in Shawnee Park.Clear Creek Family Activity Center
717 Burks Branch Rd
The Clear Creek Family Activity Center in the Shebyville / Shelby County Parks system has an 8 lane swimming pool, an outdoor splash pool, a kid’s pool and slides. They offer water aerobics, lap and open swimming, plus more. The daily admission fee is $6.
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