With all this hot weather lately, we’ve had a lot of unique opportunities to head outside. Once a summer we usually like to take our kids to the public pool, since we don’t get an annual membership. Frugal as we are, we typically go after 5pm to get discounted admission. But even with that, it costs about $25 to take our family!
We were thrilled this weekend to try out a new public pool. It offers discounted rates after 3:30pm (even earlier and better!) and the price is less. There are less pools and less fancy things like slides, but it is perfect for our kids who just love to swim and be with us!
Get this, it cost our family only $15 to swim for 3 hours (from 3:30pm to 6:30pm). Yes, it does close earlier than other pools, but that’s still a great deal!
Where did we go? Woodcrest Retreat in Ephrata. The pool is located next to the Mountain View snack bar and restroom facility and within walking distance of the waterslide and playground areas. The photo below shows three pool areas, and to the right is the diving board area, that you cannot see. There are geysers for the kids to enjoy at the far left end of the pool in the zero-entry wading area too!
Pool Features
- Main Pool Area – 2-1/2 – 5′. depth, large walkout steps
- Children’s Area – Spacious area with a gradual depth from 0 – 2-1/2′., peninsula seating for parents
- Underwater Lighting
- Cascade Waterfall – 8′ high with 3 sprays to play under
- 10′ Diving Well
- Zero Degree Entry – Water entry is gradual to allow access to all persons.
- 5 Geysers
- Large Grass Area – with lounge chairs
- Snack Bar – featuring variety of treats including root beer floats, slushies, ice cream, soda and candy
- Showers and Restrooms – tile floor and walls; handicap accessible
Pool Rates
You can view a PDF of the pool rates and open hours here.
Bonus Slide
As an added bonus you get free admission to the 225 foot waterslide when you pay for the pool!!
A summer day is not complete unless a thrilling ride down the 225 ft. waterslide is experienced. Young and old will cool off with a refreshing splash at the bottom of the slide. Please note the slide is only open until 4pm, but if you get there right at 3:30pm, you can enjoy it for at least a little!
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