Public swimming pools opening Memorial Day weekend near Louisville
This summer, beat the heat at one of the city's outdoor pools or spraygrounds.
Louisville Parks and Recreation operates four outdoor pools and 30 spraygrounds across the city, each opening Saturday, May 23, just in time for the Memorial Day weekend.
Here's what to know about Louisville's outdoor pools and spraygrounds:
Outdoor pools in Louisville, Ky.
Louisville Parks and Recreation outdoor pools are open May 23 through Aug. 1. Ages 12 and younger must be accompanied by a person age 13 or older. Cost: $3 for ages 13 and older; $2 for ages 12 and younger. There are no refunds.
The waterpark at the Camp Taylor Pool reopened with new features May 19, 2026
Here are the city pools, listed in alphabetical order:
Algonquin Waterpark
ADDRESS: 1614 Cypress St.
HOURS: Monday, Wednesday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Closed Tuesday.
Camp Taylor Waterpark
ADDRESS: 4201 Lee Ave.
HOURS: Monday-Wednesday, Friday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Closed Thursday.
Fairdale Pool
ADDRESS: Nelson Hornbeck Park, 709 Fairdale Road
HOURS: Tuesday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Closed Monday.
Sun Valley Pool
ADDRESS: Sun Valley Park, 6505 Bethany Lane
HOURS: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Closed Wednesday
Modern spraygrounds in Louisville, Ky.
Louisville Parks and Recreation operates numerous spraygrounds within the city, which open starting May 23 for 20 to 25 weeks from dawn to dusk daily. Features motion sensors or touch-activated buttons that allow children to trigger specific fountains, water cannons, squishy stomping pads or moving water features.
8-year-old Makenna, left, and 6-year-old Savannah cooled off together as temperatures rose in Louisville at the Iroquois Park sprayground on Tuesday, June 18, 2024
- Algonquin Park, 1614 Cypress St.
- Baxter Square, 301 S. 12th St.
- Breslin Park,1388 Lexington Road
- California Park, 1104 S. 16th St.
- Crescent Hill Park, 3110 Brownsboro Road
- Farnsley Park, 3100 Wedgewood Way
- Iroquois Park, 5216 New Cut Road
- LaPorte Park, 2529 Bank St.
- Long Run Park,1605 Flat Rock Road
- Nelson Hornbeck Park, 709 Fairedale Road
- Petersburg Park, 5008 Indian Trail
- Riverview Park, 8202 Greenwood Road
- Shawnee Park, 4501 W. Broadway
- Shelby Park, 600 E. Oak St.
- Wyandotte Park,1104 Beecher St.
Traditional spraypads in Louisville, Ky.
Louisville Parks and Recreation operates numerous spraypads within the city. Converted wading pools, typically with a single obelisk that sprays water; open May 23 for 20 to 25-weeks from dawn to dusk daily.
Braya Mitchell, 9, center, and her sister Amari Stokes, 10, took a break from playing in the Shawnee Park sprayground to pet a puppy in Louisville, Ky. on June 27, 2021. They were all cooling off from high temperatures in the upper 80's and 90's over the weekend.
- Bingham Park, 160 Coral Ave.
- Boone Square Park, 1935 Rowan St.
- Central Park, 1340 S 4th St.
- Cherokee Park, 745 Cochran Hill Road
- Chickasaw Park, 1200 Southwestern Parkway
- Elliott Square Park, 630 S. 28th St.
- G.G. Moore Park, 626 "M" St.
- George Rogers Clark Park,1024 Thruston Ave.
- Huston Quin Park, 4105 S. 1st St.
- Parkhill Road,1703 S. 13th St.
- Portland Park, 640 N. 27th St.
- Russell Lee Park, 3701 Southern Ave.
- Tyler Park, 1501 Castlewood Ave.
- Victory Park,1051 S. 23rd St.
- William Harrison Park, 3232 Oleanda Ave.
- William Stansbury Park, 2302 S. 3rd St.
What rules are in place at Louisville Parks and Recreation pools?
There are rules to follow when you visit the pools. If you have any questions, call the Aquatics Team at 502-897-9949.
A newly reopened pool in Louisville's Camp Taylor neighborhood includes upgraded waterpark features. The pool is open for the Summer 2026 season.
- Swimming is only allowed when a lifeguard is on duty.
- No diving, shallow water can cause serious injury.
- No running, roughhousing, or horseplay.
- Coolers or glass containers are permitted.
- Alcohol, tobacco, and vaping are not permitted.
- Only services animal is permitted.
- No littering.
- Respect others, dangerous or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
- Appropriate swimwear is required. No shoes, socks, or non-swimming clothing allowed in the pool.
- Keep food in designated areas. Eating or drinking in the pool is prohibited.
- Shower before entering to maintain water cleanliness.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult and actively monitored at all times.
Louisville Parks and Recreation pool clear bag policy
Louisville Parks and Recreation has implemented a clear bag policy at all outdoor pool and waterpark facilities. This policy is designed to enhance safety by allowing security staff to inspect bags quickly and efficiently upon entry. Each guest is permitted to bring one clear bag. Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed, but they must be inspected before entry.
Small clutch purses are allowed, but they cannot be larger than 6-and-1/2-inches-by-4-and-1/2-inches. Coolers are not allowed at any outdoor pool and waterpark facility. For questions, email [email protected].
Reach Features News Clerk Gege Reed at [email protected].
