With summer temperatures rising, residents across the Lehigh Valley are seeking relief at their local public swimming pools. Here’s your comprehensive guide to staying cool at municipal and community pools throughout the region, including pricing, hours, and special features at each facility.
Allentown
- Cedar Beach Pool (101 N. Ott St., Allentown)
- Cedar Beach Pool serves as one of Allentown’s primary aquatic facilities, operating from noon to 7 pm daily during the summer season. Daily admission costs $6 for adults and $4 for youth residents, while non-residents pay $12 for adults and $8 for youth. The pool has undergone recent renovations and serves as a popular destination for families. During extreme heat events, the city has waived admission fees for residents to provide relief from the summer sun.
- Irving Pool (731 N. Irving St., Allentown)
- After being closed for nearly five years, Irving Pool at Andre Reed Park reopened in 2024 following a complete redesign. The facility is now fully operational with standard city pool hours from noon to 7 pm. The redesigned pool offers enhanced amenities and more recreational opportunities compared to the previous facility, thanks to Romtec and BKP Architects.
- Mack Pool (1901 Mack Blvd., Allentown)
- The youngest of the three municipal swimming pools — initially built in 1962 — Mack Pool operates as one of Allentown’s three municipal pools, open from noon to 7 pm during the summer season. Daily admission is $4 for residents ages 4-59, making it the most affordable option among Allentown’s city pools. The facility serves the Mack Boulevard corridor and residents of the southside.
Bethlehem
- Memorial Pool (259 Illick’s Mill Road, Bethlehem)
- Memorial Pool serves as Bethlehem’s regional facility, featuring advanced amenities, including two action slides, a 3-meter diving board, a 1-meter diving board, and a zero-entry pool with a bucket feature. Daily admission ranges from $7 to $9, depending on age, with entry restricted to city residents and their sponsored guests. The facility operates from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily, with the first hour reserved for regional season pass holders only. Memorial Pool also hosts the Bethlehem Tides Swim Team and offers youth swim lessons.
- Clearview Pool (2246 Pinehurst Road, Bethlehem)
- Clearview Pool is one of Bethlehem’s four neighborhood pools, offering daily admission ranging from $5 to $7, based on age group. Special features include 15-minute youth-free swimming periods for adults at 2 pm, 3 pm, and 4 pm, as well as complimentary water workout classes. The pool features a single slide and a wading pool designed for children six and under, accompanied by adult supervision. Hours mirror other city facilities from 12 pm to 7 pm daily.
- Stark Pool (2410 Siegfried St., Bethlehem)
- Stark Pool offers neighborhood swimming access with daily rates ranging from $5 to $7, depending on age. The facility features dedicated lap lanes for adult swimmers and also offers youth-free swimming periods for adults at designated times. The pool accepts both neighborhood and regional season passes.
- Westside Pool (244 13th Ave., Bethlehem)
- Westside Pool distinguishes itself with wheelchair-accessible ramp entry and dedicated adult lap lanes. Daily admission follows the standard neighborhood pool rate structure, which ranges from $5 to $7 based on age. The facility offers youth-free adult swimming periods, as well as a wading pool for children aged six and under. Operating hours run from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with the first hour reserved for season pass holders.
- Yosko Pool (617 Atlantic St., Bethlehem)
- Yosko Pool offers a unique combination of traditional swimming and an adjacent free splash park, both of which operate daily from dawn to dusk. The splash park provides additional cooling options at no charge from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Daily pool admission follows neighborhood pricing, ranging from $5 to $7 per person. The facility includes a wading pool for supervised young children.
Easton
- Heil Pool (900 Packer Ave., Easton)
- A beloved community asset serving the SouthSide, Heil Pool features a 50-meter outdoor pool suitable for both recreational and competitive swimming. The facility operates on odd dates alternating with Eddyside Pool, with hours from noon to 7 pm daily. Daily admission for residents ranges from $3 to $7, based on age, while non-residents pay $10 to $12. Special features include two deep-water slides, a small spray park, a shallow beginner area, a classic concession stand, and a rentable pavilion for large gatherings. The first hour each day (noon to 1 pm) is reserved for city residents and pass holders only.
- Eddyside Pool (Route 611 N near intersection with Lafayette Street, Easton)
- Eddyside Pool offers a 25-meter swimming tank along with a children’s pool featuring a sloped walk-in entry for easy access. Operating on even dates in alternation with Heil Pool, the facility operates from noon to 7 pm. Resident admission ranges from $3 to $7, while non-residents pay $10 to $12, depending on age. The scenic location along the Delaware River provides a beautiful setting, complemented by a concession stand and two rentable pavilions. A twilight discount of $3 for residents and $5 for non-residents applies from 4:30-7 pm.
Can’t ride the tide to any of the waters above? Don’t fret. If these city pools don’t float your boat, the Lehigh and Northampton counties are drowning in opportunities for fun in the sun this summer.
Lehigh County
- Alburtis Swimming Pool (242 E. Walnut St., Alburtis)
- Alburtis Swimming Pool operates daily from noon to 7 pm. This community pool serves the borough of Alburtis and surrounding areas. Contact the facility at 610-966-2954 for current pricing and additional information about amenities and programs.
- Emmaus Community Pool (1356 Shimerville Road, Emmaus)
- Operating from Memorial Day through Labor Day, Emmaus Community Pool offers different pricing for weekends versus weekdays. Resident weekend admission is $8 for adults, $7 for children aged 6-17, and $5 for seniors, with reduced rates available on weekdays. Non-resident rates range from $9 to $11, depending on age and the day of the week.
- Lower Macungie Township Pool (3400 Brookside Road, Macungie)
- The Lower Macungie Township Pool features varied seasonal hours, operating from noon to 8 pm on select days in May and June, then daily through July, with reduced hours in August. Resident admission is $7 for adults, with seniors and those 17 and younger paying $5. Non-residents pay $10, with all patrons receiving a discounted $5 admission after 4 pm
- Palmerton Memorial Park Pool (1255 3rd St., Palmerton)
- Palmerton Memorial Park Pool operates with varied hours throughout the season, beginning with limited weekend hours in May, before transitioning to daily operations from noon to 8 pm starting June 7th. Admission is $12 for adults and $8 for children and seniors. The facility serves the Palmerton community in northern Lehigh County.
- Quakertown Community Pool (601 W. Mill St., Quakertown)
- The Quakertown Community Pool offers premium pricing, with rates of $18 for adults and $12 for seniors and children, Monday through Friday. Weekend rates are $22 for adults and $14 for seniors and children. The facility opens weekends, including Memorial Day, with daily operations from June 7 through Labor Day. Twilight hours from 4-8 pm offer reduced admission.
Northampton County
- Hellertown Community Pool (575 Durham St., Hellertown)
- Hellertown Community Pool operates daily from noon to 7 pm, June 7th through August 16th. Daily admission is $8 for adults and $6 for youth, with discounted rates of $5 for adults and $4 for youth after 4 pm.
- Nazareth Borough Pool (North Broad St. Extension, Nazareth)
- Nazareth Borough Pool operates daily from noon to 7 pm. Daily rates are $13 for adults, $9 for children aged 4-17, and $7 for seniors, with higher weekend and holiday rates of $15 for adults. Children 3 and younger swim free.
- Palmer Township Community Pool (3001 Farmersville Road, Easton)
- Palmer Township Community Pool requires proof of residency for access. Day passes are available exclusively for Palmer residents and must be purchased with a credit card at the pool. Adult Palmer residents are $15, children ages 3-17 are $10, and senior Palmer residents are $10. The pool is open until Labor Day. Contact 610-258-4576 for additional information about seasonal operations and programs.
Residents should sign up for city alerts and follow their local pool’s official social media accounts for information about closures, delayed openings, or special events.
Contact individual municipalities for current season passes, which offer significant savings for frequent visitors.
