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SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Swimming pools can be a little hit-or-miss sometimes, but if you’re looking for a swimming pool that won’t disappoint, check out the top-rated pools between Ogden and Provo.
This ranking is based on Google Maps reviews
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ToggleThe highest-rated swimming pool according to Google Maps is the Provo Recreation Center. The facility features four pools and an aquatic obstacle course.
Inside, there’s a competition pool with 10 lanes and spectator seating. When it’s available, the “NINJACROSS Obstacle Course” hangs over the competition pool. There’s also a deep-water pool that features a rock-climbing wall and diving platform, along with two water slides. The indoor leisure pool has an area for children to play as well as a lazy river where swimmers can drift.
The outdoor pool is open all summer long, Monday – Saturday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. The area has a wave ball pool, two large waterslides, and a zero-entry (meaning you can walk right in) kids’ splash pool. For admission information, visit Provo’s website.
320 W 500 N, Provo, UT
The Lindon Aquatics Center was another highly rated pool, and it is just a little north of the Provo Recreation Center. There are seven attractions at the aquatics center, and plenty of shady trees and lounge chairs for those who want to stay out of the water.
The facility has a lap pool, a lazy river, two wading pools, two waterslides, and a hot tub. The most popular attraction is likely the FlowRider, a whitewater attraction where guests can board or body surf, simulating waves. For more information on summer hours and pricing, visit Lindon’s website.
60 W 60 N St, Lindon, UT
The Kearns Oquirrh Park Fitness Center has an indoor pool available year-round and an outdoor pool that opens up in May most years. The indoor pool features slides, a lazy river, and a children’s play area. Their outdoor swim pool is called Chomper’s Cove and features a splash pool, recreation pool, and diving pool.
The splash pool has a dumping bucket that drops over 1,000 gallons of water from a 36-foot-tall structure. It also features water slides, spray toys, and a waterfall. Their shallow pools are meant for children and have a play area. The diving pool features several diving boards and a 7.4-meter dive tower. For more information on admission and summer hours, visit their website.
5624 Cougar Ln, Kearns, UT
The outdoor pool at the North Shore Aquatic Center is the highest-rated pool in Weber County. Although it doesn’t feature as many attractions as some pools on this list, it’s consistently well-liked among visitors.
The aquatic center features a large waterslide, a splash pad, two diving boards, a shallow play area with a toy for young swimmers, and a lazy river. For more information on pricing and hours, visit North Ogden City’s website.
2480 N 200 E, North Ogden, UT
The Roy Aquatic Center is another popular swimming pool in Weber County. This outdoor pool features a water slide, a splash pool with toy structures, and diving boards. According to their Facebook, a new toy structure opened this year and is available to play on.
The aquatic center is open all summer long, Monday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Tuesday through Saturday between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. It is closed on Sundays. For more information on buying admission to the center, visit their website.
2977 W 5200 S, Roy, UT
The Northwest Recreation Center in Salt Lake City features an indoor leisure pool and lap pool. The leisure pool has three slides, interactive play features like mounted squirt-guns, and a play structure. There are also vortex and current channel pools to help build resistance or float along.
The open swim hours at the Northwest Recreation Center vary. For more information on visiting the indoor pools, view pricing and hours here.
1255 Clark Avenue (300 N), Salt Lake City, UT
The swimming pool in Farmington City is an outdoor pool that opens seasonally between Memorial Day and Labor Day. It features two different water slides and two diving boards of different heights. There’s also a splash pad where kids can get their energy out and play. More information on pricing and swimming hours can be found on Farmington City’s website.
142 S Main St, Farmington, UT
The Redwood Pool is right next to the Redwood Recreation Center in West Valley City. It features a lap pool and two diving boards, as well as a small water slide. Open swim is available every day starting at noon, and closing times depend on the day. It’s one of the few public pools on this list that offers swimming on Sundays.
Although it has fewer attractions and amenities than other popular pools, according to reviews, visitors enjoy the cleanliness and the food that they can purchase from the recreation center. More information on hours and pricing is available here.
3060 S Lester St, West Valley City, UT
The South Davis Recreation District has indoor and outdoor pools available to beat the summer heat. Most of the outdoor area is very shallow, with a splashpad and a pirate ship structure that children can play on. Inside is another play structure in a splash pool, as well as a water slide and lazy river where swimmers can drift.
Facility hours vary based on the day and holidays. Visit the South Davis Recreation District’s site to find information about pricing and open swim.
550 N 200 W, Bountiful, UT
The final entry on this list is the pool at the West Valley City Family Fitness Center. This indoor aquatic center features a leisure pool and a lap pool. According to their website, the water slide inside the facility is 32 feet tall. A play area for young children and a splash structure are located on one side, while the slightly deeper section is used for the slide exit.
To plan your visit or find out more about the fitness center, visit West Valley City’s website.
5415 W 3100 S, West Valley City, UT
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