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Best Spots to Swim In & Around Upland, Claremont & La Verne

Need to cool off on a hot day? Here's where to go!

By Natalie Sanchez - Publisher For Macaroni KID Upland-Claremont-La Verne July 7, 2024

Looking for the perfect spot in and around Upland, Claremont, and La Verne to help your kids beat the heat? If you're unsure where to go, we've got you covered! Check out our comprehensive list of pools around Upland, Claremont, and La Verne, all ideal for cooling off on those scorching summer days.

We advise always checking with the venue before heading out, as hours and availability can change due to various factors, ranging from weather to staffing issues. 



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La Verne

Los Flores Pool
Address: 3175 Bolling Ave, La Verne

💧Adult Open Lap Swim
Dates Open:  June 10 - August 16  
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and 4:30 pm - 7:20 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person **
No one under the age of 16 is allowed in the lap swim lanes, free swim or play on the deck during Open Lap Swim time. Participants 16-17 may be allowed to swim with the manager's approval. Fees are payable at the pool in cash Only. 

💧Recreation Swimming
Dates Open:  June 14 - August 16  
Hours: Fridays 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person **
Join the City of La Verne for some fun recreational swimming! Concessions are available during regular recreation swim hours. Fees are payable at the pool—cash Only. 

💧Family Swim Nights
Dates Open: Saturday, July 27 - Hawaiian Theme
Hours: 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person **
Join the La Verne Aquatic Center for some family fun and evening swimming. Concessions will be available for purchase. Fees are payable at the pool - Cash Only. 

** Please note: ALL participants must sign a waiver daily before use, and those under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a waiver before use. 


Claremont 

Pomona College Summer Swim

Haldeman Pool
Address: 220 E. 6th Street, Claremont 

Pendleton Pool
Address: 210 E. 2nd Street, Claremont 

Pomona Summer Swim Program offers several options for Admission to their pools.

  • 2024 FAMILY PASS: $150 (immediate family members)
  • 2024 INDIVIDUAL PASS: $75
  • Daily Admission: $5 (Adult and Child) CASH ONLY
  • Pomona & Pitzer Faculty/Staff & Students with ID: No Charge


💧Lap Swim @ Haldeman Pool
Dates Open:  May 20 - August 23
Hours: Monday - Friday  11:00 am - 1:00 pm
AND
Dates Open: June 3 - August 23
Hours: Monday/Wednesday/Friday  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person - Cash Only

💧Recreational Swim @ Pendleton Pool
Dates Open:  May 25 - August 25
Hours: Saturday & Sunday  1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
AND
Dates Open:  June 14 - August 23
Hours: Monday - Friday  3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Admission: $5.00 per person - Cash Only


Pomona

Ganesha Pool
Address: 1601 N. White Avenue, Pomona

Washington Pool
Address: 865 E. Grand Avenue, Pomona

💧Recreational Swim @ Ganesha & Washington Pool
Dates Open:  May 25 - August 11  
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Admission: $2.60 per person

💧Night Swim @ Ganesha Pool Only
Dates Open:  May 29 - August 9  
Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Admission: $2.60 per person

Fontana

Fontana Park Aquatic Center
Address: 15610 Summit Ave, Fontana

💧Recreational Swim 
Dates Open:  Open through August 4
Hours: Mondays/Wednesdays 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM and Friday - Sunday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Admission: $7 (48+ Inches) | $5 (34 - 47 Inches) | $3 Seniors (55+)

The Aquatic Center provides a Jr. Olympic-sized pool, two water slides (48in+ requirement), a shallow children's pool, and a shaded pavilion area for non-swimmers.


Miller Community Pool
Address: 17004 Arrow Blvd, Fontana

💧Recreational Swim
Dates Open:  Open through August 4
Hours: Monday-Thursday 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Tuesday/Thursday 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Sat/Sun 12:00 pm - 4pm
Admission: Weekdays $3.00 per person - Weekends $3.00 child, $5.00 Adults, $3.00 Seniors


Don Day Community Pool
Address: 14501 Live Oak Ave, Fontana

💧Recreational Swim
Dates Open:  Open through August 4
Hours: Monday-Friday 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Monday/Wed 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Sat/Sun 12:00 pm - 4pm
Admission: Weekdays $3.00 per person - Weekends $3.00 child, $5.00 Adults, $3.00 Seniors


Heritage Community Pool
Address: 7350 W. Liberty Pkwy, Fontana

💧Recreational Swim
Dates Open:  Open through August 4
Hours: Monday-Thursday 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Wed/Friday 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Sat/Sun 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Admission: Weekdays $3.00 per person - Weekends $3.00 child, $5.00 Adults, $3.00 Seniors

San Dimas

San Dimas Recreation Center
Address: 990 W Covina Blvd, San Dimas

💧Recreational Swim
Dates Open:  June 10 - August 17
Hours: Monday-Friday 1:30 pm - 3:40 pm - Sat 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Admission: $2.00 per person for 17 & Under - $3.00 Adults 18+, $2.00 Seniors


Glendora

Glendora High School Pool
Address: 1600 E. Foothill Blvd, Glendora

💧Recreational Swim
Dates Open: Open Now
Hours: Friday 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Admission: $2.00 per person 

💧Adult Lap Swim
Dates Open: Open Now
Hours: Monday -Friday 10:00 am - 11:30 am & 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Admission: $2.00 per person 


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Make the most of summer in Upland, Claremont & La Verne with these great spots to stay cool and have fun!