No matter the weather, there’s nothing like a swim to make fun family memories or get some enjoyable exercise. With both outdoor and indoor pools, the Town of Milton’s drop-in swimming has something for everyone all year long. Whether you’re looking for a solo adult swim, a baby pool, or a swimming pool the whole family can enjoy, learn where to find the coolest swimming in Milton.
Top Swimming Pools in Milton
Milton Leisure Centre
1100 Main St E, Milton, ON L9T 6H7
One of the most popular Milton pools for a swimming drop-in, the Milton Leisure Centre has lots to love for all types of swimmers and is generally considered the warmest. The in-pool bubble bench with jets is perfect for those who just want to relax in the water, while length swimmers can take advantage of the large, multi-lane lap pool to practice their skills.
Kids and adults enjoy the play pool’s fun features, including the open-top, winding waterslide. The youngest visitors will have a blast on the whimsical duck waterslide. The shallow wading area makes it a perfect baby pool. The lifeguards and pool staff will also be happy to offer a selection of small water toys including buckets, boats and balls.
Spectators can watch the fun from a designated seating area with chairs and benches. This location also has a sauna, perfect for a post-pool warm-up. Afterward, there are separate male, female, and family change rooms with small stalls and showers.
Sherwood Community Centre
6355 Main St W, Milton, ON L9T 2Y1
Opened in 2019, the Sherwood complex is Milton’s newest community centre, with the most updated amenities. The play pool brings the fun of a splash pad, with waterfall spray features and fountains. These are grouped together, so it’s easy to avoid being splashed. The play pool also includes a bubble bench with relaxing jets.
The lap pool at Sherwood is the largest in Milton. For an added thrill, it features an exciting alternative to a diving board—a rock climbing wall made by Milton-based IMPACT Climbing Inc. The pool-friendly materials ensure swimmers can safely climb even when wet and then make a splash jumping from the peak.
Viewers can relax on poolside benches that back onto large windows with views of the courtyard. There is also a raised viewing area with chair seating accessible from the community centre lobby. The facility’s two large, family-style change rooms offer convenient and well-sized spaces to get ready behind closed doors, along with communal showers.
Milton Sports Centre
605 Santa Maria Blvd, Milton, ON L9T 6J5
For a straightforward swimming experience, the Milton Sports Centre offers a simple pool with fewer family-oriented amenities. With just one spray feature, it’s an ideal locale for those who prefer calmer waters, while still providing just enough to keep kids entertained.
While the play pool has a capacity of 90 people, the lap pool is significantly larger, with a capacity of 250, so there is lots of space to spread out. Spectators can watch from poolside bleachers.
The facility has male, female and family change rooms with showers.
Rotary Park
100 Garden Ln, Milton, ON L9T 1S2
As the only outdoor pool operated by the Town of Milton, the opening of this seasonal pool is often celebrated by locals as the true start of summer, staying open until Labour Day. While heated, some guests find the water here chillier than the Town’s indoor pools, making it perfect for cooling down on a particularly hot day.
The lap pool is a refreshing choice for those looking to swim some brisk lengths, but a swim in the fun pool is one of Milton’s most iconic summer experiences. With a wading area and lots of sprayers, kids of all ages can enjoy it.
Not ready to dry off? Visitors can extend the fun after their swim is finished with a visit to the park’s splash pad.
LA Fitness
1117 Maple Ave, Milton, ON L9T 0A5
Looking for a more exclusive swim? This gym’s members-only pool is a great choice for those interested in investing in a fitness membership with pool facilities. There is also a sauna for some post-swim relaxation.
Good to Know Info: Town of Milton Pools
When planning your visit to any of the town pools, make sure to keep these details in mind:
- All Town pools are wheelchair-accessible and feature ramp access.
- Online pre-booking is recommended for drop-in swimming, as times vary and slots can fill up quickly.
- Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult; the adult must stay within arm’s reach.
- Life vests are available at all pools in a range of sizes, and guests are also welcome to wear their own floatation devices.
- The town offers female-only, male-only, adult-only and sensory-friendly swims at designated times.
- For the privacy of all swimmers, photography is forbidden.
- Milton Recreation offers year-round swimming lessons at all pools. Advance registration is required.
- To save on swimming, stay tuned for the annual swimming coupons, available around Halloween and Valentine’s Day. Each booklet is $5 plus tax and includes ten kids’ passes for swimming or skating at Town facilities.
Further Reading
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