
Best Pools Around Dallas for Family Swimming
Here's a list of the best pools in Dallas & Fort Worth, according to families! From commitment-free public pools to community pool memberships that are worth the cost, we're gathering parent recommendations for all of the top swimming spots in the area.
What swimming pools in DFW have you checked out with your kids? Leave a review below to help fellow parents!
Find more cool spots to make a splash on our lists of spray parks and swimming lakes around Dallas.
Bradfield Pool
Stephanie W. said: At Bradfield Pool, you can rush down the water slide, bounce off the diving boards and cool down in the splash ground!
The Texas Pool
Stephanie W. said: OK. Drop everything and get yourself to this pool! This pool is the epitome of Texas pride! This historic saltwater pool is gigantic. It has an island in the deep end located "in" Dallas-Forth Worth, and South Texas is a wade area for smaller children. There are two water slides and a diving board. Water volleyball is encouraged, as is grilling your own BBQ on their grills. They even welcome mermaid fins and offer special mermaid meetups!
Plano, TXGlenville Pool
Erin P. said: The City of Richardson has five outdoor, seasonal pools: Heights Family Aquatics Center, Canyon Creek, Cottonwood, Glenville and Terrace.
Richardson, TXTerrace Pool
Erin P. said: The City of Richardson has five outdoor, seasonal pools: Heights Family Aquatics Center, Canyon Creek, Cottonwood, Glenville and Terrace.
Richardson, TXCanyon Creek
Erin P. said: The City of Richardson has five outdoor, seasonal pools: Heights Family Aquatics Center, Canyon Creek, Cottonwood, Glenville and Terrace.
Richardson, TXPleasant Oaks Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, outdoor showers, climbing wall, and slide.
Dallas, TXHeights Family Aquatic Center
Stephanie W. said: The City of Richardson has five outdoor, seasonal pools: Heights Family Aquatics Center, Canyon Creek, Cottonwood, Glenville and Terrace.
Richardson, TXEverglade Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has a slide, playground, lounge chairs, picnic tables, outdoor showers, and shade structures.
Dallas, TXCottonwood Pool
Erin P. said: The City of Richardson has five outdoor, seasonal pools: Heights Family Aquatics Center, Canyon Creek, Cottonwood, Glenville and Terrace.
Richardson, TXTommie Allen Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, outdoor showers, and shade structures.
Dallas, TXGlen Cove Swim Club
Stephanie W. said: Glen Cove Swim Club boasts a beautiful L-shaped pool, diving board, a long shallow end for the kids, children’s play area, and a separate wading pool for little ones.
Dallas, TXWalnut Hill Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, picnic tables, outdoor showers, shade structures, and a climbing wall and a playground nearby!
Dallas, TXBonnie View Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, picnic tables, outdoor showers, and shade structures.
Dallas, TXGlendale Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, picnic tables, outdoor showers, and shade structures.
Dallas, TXGrauwyler Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, picnic tables, outdoor showers, and shade structures.
Dallas, TXMartin Weiss Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, picnic tables, and outdoor showers.
Dallas, TXJaycee Zaragoza Pool
Erin P. said: This pool has lounge chairs, picnic tables, outdoor showers, and shade structures.
Dallas, TXAllen Bolden Outdoor Pool
Stephanie W. said: Allen Bolden Pool is an L-shaped 50 meter pool that meets the needs of virtually every swim enthusiast. The pool features 1m diving board and a zero depth entry.
Howard Moore Play Pool
Stephanie W. said: Howard Moore Play Pool is an interactive shallow water play pool designed to accommodate the needs of children ages 7 years and under. Amenities include an interactive water structure, family changing room, shade umbrellas and small grass areas.
Woodland West Pool
Stephanie W. said: Woodland West Pool is a great neighborhood pool. It features shaded and grassy areas, perfect for picnics and relaxation. The back wall of the deep end is elevated, so it's a great place to jump off and make big splashes! Woodland West Pool also features a large shallow end that is perfect for young children.
Arlington, TXBad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center
Stephanie W. said: Bad Königshofen Family Aquatic Center features an interactive spray pad, shallow water play pool, lap pool, diving area and two water slides. Other amenities include concessions, storage lockers, shower facilities, deck furniture and a shade pavilion.
Marine Park Pool & Aquatic Center
Stephanie W. said: Featuring an interactive play structure with water cannons and a tipping bucket as well as a large slide with 'run-out' flume, this pool is a fantastic option for Fort Worth families looking for a day in the sun!
Fort Worth, TXPrimary photo: Marine Park Pool & Aquatic Center, courtesy of City of Fort Worth
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