Where to Swim with Kids in Eugene and Springfield
A guide to local pools, family swims, recreation swims and indoor water fun.
As outdoor swim season winds down, Eugene and Springfield still have plenty of ways to get kids in the water. Fall schedules include indoor family swims, recreation swims, warm-water pools and weekend waterpark time. September also brings several annual pool-maintenance closures, so always check the facility schedule before leaving home.
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Fall Swimming at a Glance
One last outdoor swim: Amazon Pool through Labor Day
Weekday afternoon family swim: Echo Hollow after its September maintenance closure
Warm-water option for younger kids: Sheldon Pool
Smaller year-round neighborhood pool: River Road Aquatics Center
Weekend waterpark fun: Splash! at Lively Park
Springfield indoor swim option: Willamalane Park Swim Center
Amazon Pool
Location:
2600 Hilyard Street, Eugene
Amazon Pool is Eugene’s large seasonal outdoor facility featuring three pools, two waterslides, a diving platform, hot tub, sandbox, concessions and lap-swimming areas.
Early Fall Family + Recreation Swim:
Regular family and recreation swim schedules continue through September 6.
Labor Day, September 7:
Family Swim: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
Recreation Swim: 1:45–4:30 p.m.
After Labor Day:
The City’s fall youth-swimming schedule does not list regular family or recreation swims at Amazon after September 7. Amazon remains a seasonal facility through October for other aquatic programming, so check the current schedule before planning a visit.
Single-Visit Admission:
Youth ages 3–17: $6
Adults: $7
Seniors ages 60+: $6
Family admission: $20
Important: Children under four feet tall must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older on a one-adult-per-child basis, unless the child passes a swim test.
Echo Hollow Pool
Location:
1655 Echo Hollow Road, Eugene
Echo Hollow includes an indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool and activity pool with a waterslide, water basketball, splash-play features and hot tub. As fall arrives, the indoor pool becomes the main family-swim option.
September Maintenance Closure:
Echo Hollow is scheduled to be closed September 6–20 for annual maintenance.
Fall Family Swim:
After reopening:
Monday–Friday: 2–3:30 p.m.
Fall Recreation Swim:
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 7–8:30 p.m.
Fall schedule runs through December 19–20. Holiday and winter-break schedules may vary.
Single-Visit Admission:
Youth ages 3–17: $6
Adults: $7
Seniors ages 60+: $6
Family admission: $20
Important: Children under four feet tall must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older on a one-adult-per-child basis, unless the child passes a swim test. Adults must be in the water with children during family swim.
Sheldon Pool & Fitness Center
Location:
2443 Willakenzie Road, Eugene
Sheldon is a year-round indoor facility with a lap pool, diving well and warm-water pool featuring a current channel, spray features and an easy-entry ramp. It is one of the most useful fall swimming options for families with younger children.
Fall Family Swim:
Monday–Friday: 1–2 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 7–8 p.m.
Fall Recreation Swim:
Monday and Wednesday: 7–8:30 p.m.
Sunday: 12–1:30 p.m.
Baby Swim for Children Under 3:
Monday–Friday: 12–1 p.m.
September Maintenance Closure:
Sheldon is scheduled to be closed September 21–October 4. Fall family and baby swims resume October 5 and continue through December 19.
Single-Visit Admission:
Youth ages 3–17: $6
Adults: $7
Seniors ages 60+: $6
Family admission: $20
Important: Children under four feet tall must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older on a one-adult-per-child basis, unless the child passes a swim test. Adults must be in the water with their children during family and baby swims.
River Road Park & Recreation District Aquatics Center
Location:
1400 Lake Drive, Eugene
River Road has a year-round, six-lane indoor pool with a diving board, easy-entry stairs and aquatic programming. It offers both family swim and general recreation swim times.
Annual Maintenance Closure:
The Aquatics Center is scheduled to be closed August 29–September 27 for annual cleaning, painting and repairs.
Posted Family Swim Schedule After Reopening:
Friday: 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9–10 a.m.
Posted Recreation Swim Schedule After Reopening:
Monday–Friday: 2:30–4 p.m.
Friday: 7:30–9 p.m.
Saturday: 1:30–3 p.m.
Single-Visit Admission:
Children under 3: Free
Ages 3–17: $4
Ages 18–54: $8
Ages 55+: $6
Family admission: $14
Important: During family swim, youth ages 16 and younger must have an adult over 18 in the water, with a limit of two children per adult. During recreation swim, children under 46 inches tall must be accompanied in the water by an adult or someone at least 16 years old.
Splash! at Lively Park
Location:
6100 Thurston Road, Springfield
Splash! is an indoor waterpark featuring a wave pool, large waterslide, waterfall fountain, kiddie pool and lap-swimming area. It remains one of the most fun rainy-day swimming options as fall begins.
September 8–27 Waterpark Swim:
Friday: 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 1–5 p.m.
Facility Hours September 8–27:
Monday–Friday: 6 a.m.–9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday: 1–5 p.m.
Fall Maintenance Closure:
Splash! is scheduled to be closed September 28–October 25. During the closure, Willamalane Park Swim Center will offer expanded aquatic programming.
Admission:
Ages 3 and younger: $4 in-district or $7 out-of-district
Ages 4–17: $7 in-district or $11 out-of-district
Adults: $8 in-district or $13 out-of-district
Seniors, students and military: $7 in-district or $11 out-of-district
Important: Children under age 7 must remain within arm’s reach of an actively supervising adult age 18 or older while in the water. Swim diapers are required for children who are not toilet trained.
Willamalane Park Swim Center
Location:
1276 G Street, Springfield
This indoor swim center includes an eight-lane lap pool, warm pool, dive tank, spa, fitness center, diving board and large waterslide that opens during recreation swims.
September Maintenance Closure:
Willamalane Park Swim Center is scheduled to be closed September 7–27 for annual maintenance.
Beginning September 28:
The Swim Center reopens and will offer expanded hours and aquatic programming while Splash! is closed September 28–October 25.
Recreation Swim:
Willamalane has not yet posted the complete September 28–October 25 recreation-swim schedule. Use the current facility calendar before heading out.
Admission:
Ages 3 and younger: $4 in-district or $7 out-of-district
Ages 4–17: $7 in-district or $11 out-of-district
Adults: $8 in-district or $13 out-of-district
Seniors, students and military: $7 in-district or $11 out-of-district
Important: Children under age 7 must remain within arm’s reach of an actively supervising adult age 18 or older while in the water. Children must be at least 42 inches tall to ride the waterslide alone.
Before You Go
Fall is maintenance season for several local pools, so September schedules change more than usual. Pool areas, recreation swims and waterslide availability can also change because of lessons, swim meets, staffing, maintenance or special events.
Especially in September: check the facility’s live schedule before loading everyone into the car.
Last updated: September 2026
