As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Montgomery County Recreation gears up to welcome residents with the seasonal opening of seven outdoor pools, signaling the start of summer leisure and family fun in the sun. In a statement obtained by Montgomery County's official press release, County Executive Marc Elrich expressed his anticipations for the public's enjoyment and the pools' role in providing healthy activity and water safety education, mentioning, "Our outdoor pools give residents a fun and affordable way to stay active, cool off, and spend time together."
Note that the Upper County Outdoor Pool in Gaithersburg will make a slight departure from the norm as it will be closed on Fridays during the summer, and on July 26, all Montgomery County outdoor pools will close early for an all-staff training session—ensuring that staff remains sharp, prepared to maintain the highest of safety standards. Montgomery County Recreation has announced that on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day), the pools will operate on a modified schedule, opening their gates from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and again from 3 to 6 p.m., allowing residents to make a splash on these nationally significant days.
Tickets for the aquatic escapades are budget-friendly, with daily admission pegged at $5 for the under 18s, $7 for adult County residents, and $6 for senior citizens aged 55 and up, while non-residents can dive in for $20—proof of residency is required upon entry. Those interested in frequent dips can sidestep the queue by snagging a summer pool pass, valid from May 24 to September 2, and available for purchase in advance. Children aged below 12 must visit these cool oases under the watchful eyes of an individual 16 or older.
Located throughout the county, the seven outdoor pools await eager swimmers at Bethesda, Germantown, Long Branch, Martin Luther King Jr., Sarah E. Auer Western County, Sergeant Hector I. Ayala Wheaton/Glenmont, and Upper County providing a network of aquatic retreats for all corners of the community, each pool's contact details and addresses are neatly laid out in the press release for residents’ convenience, so whether you're over at 8211 Emory Grove Road in Gaithersburg or 6300 Hillandale Road in Bethesda, refreshing waters are but a short journey away. Montgomery County Recreation also reminds patrons of vital pool rules and water safety tips, a crucial piece of the summer puzzle, to ensure an accident-free and thoroughly enjoyable swimming season for everyone involved.
For more specifics on pool passes, amenities, and detailed operational hours, the Recreation's Aquatic Centers page is your go-to resource, or you can reach out directly to their customer service team by dialing 240-777-6840. With all this information at your fingertips, and summer's heat slowly dialing up, the county's outdoor pools seem ready to provide a splashing good time to all who seek refuge from the warmth.
