Most folks typically long for just one spot during summertime: the pool. Children gravitate towards it to play games and do somersaults in the water. Adults, meanwhile, prefer lounging beside it, perhaps engrossed in a novel or seeking respite from the swelter of Massachusetts’ weather.
As summer break begins in and around Brockton, and adults prepare to enjoy their hard-won vacation time, the nearby pools and splash pads are getting ready for an eventful season. Before you pack your beach bag and apply sunscreen, take a look at our list of open pools and splash pads for this summer in and near Brockton.
Manning Pool, Brockton
The large outdoor pool is a major draw for Brockton residents during the summertime.
Brockton Department of Parks and Recreation
mentioned that the pool is scheduled to open by the end of June, though an exact date hasn’t been set yet.
This pool
features a playground, restrooms, covered seating areas, and a spray deck. It also includes an outdoor swimming pool with access provided by a lift, as well as parking facilities. Admission to the pool is priced at $2 for individuals under 5 years old and those over 65. For all others, the entry fee is set at $5.
Hours:
From Monday to Sunday, between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Location:
470 Forest Ave., Brockton
The Lawrence R. Cosgrove Memorial Pool in Brockton
This outdoor swimming pool in Brockton
was reopened last summer following $6 million in renovations.
The pool features a splash pad, shallow water section, lanes for swimming laps, restrooms, shower facilities, and shaded areas.
Brockton Department of Parks and Recreation
said the pool will open on July 1 this year. Admission is free and it is open to the public.
Hours:
From Monday to Friday, between 1 PM and 7 PM, and during weekends from 1 PM to 5 PM.
Location
: 250 Crescent Street, Brockton
Whitman Outdoor Pool, Whitman
The
Whitman pool
The pool operates from June 14 until Labor Day. You can purchase season passes for $150 each. Daily admission costs $5 per individual and $25 covers up to a family of six. Access is restricted to residents of Whitman and Hanson towns, along with employees working for the town of Whitman.
Hours:
Proposed swimming pool hours: On weekends, from noon until 7 PM starting June 14 up to Labor Day. During weekdays, from 1 PM to 7 PM from June 16 to June 27; then from 3 PM to 7 PM from June 30 to August 8; finally reverting to 1 PM to 7 PM from August 11 till Labor Day.
Location:
138 Whitman Ave., Whitman
Easton Town Pool, Easton
The Enterprise contacted the town to inquire about the opening of the pool, and an employee from the town hall stated that the pool would remain closed for the current season because of financial constraints within the town’s budget.
Middleboro Town Pool, Middleboro
The swimming pool is situated inside
Pierce Playground
The pool is provisionally set to open on June 28 and close on August 22. Children can enter for $3, while adults will pay $5. A family seasonal pass costs $100.
Hours:
Open daily from 1 to 4 p.m.
Location:
26 Jackson St., Middleboro
Ames Pond Beachfront, Stoughton
The Ames Pond
The facility operates from June 27 through August 17. Visitors can obtain pool passes either online or in person at the beachfront entrance. Transactions require payment via credit card as they do not accept cash. There are two types of passes offered: daily passes and season passes.
For daily passes:
– Residents pay between $3 and $5.
– Non-residents pay between $5 and $8.
For season passes:
– Residents’ fees range from $30 to $75.
– Non-residents’ costs vary from $40 to $95.
Additionally, individuals aged 65 years and older may purchase a seasonal pass for just $5.
Hours:
Every day from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Location:
1000 Highland St., Stoughton
Island Grove Pool, Abington
Island Grove Pool
opens
On June 21st, the opening day celebrations will feature complimentary swimming access for both residents and non-residents. There will be games and frozen treats available for all attendees between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Residential and non-residential individuals can obtain seasonal pool passes as well as daily access permits. These can be bought starting from June 24 onwards at the Island Grove refreshment stand.
Island Grove memberships
The cost is $100 per person for residents and $165 for non-residents. Daily access tickets can be bought at the snack bar: $5 for residents and $8 for non-residents. Payment options are limited to cash and checks only. Individuals aged 62 years and older have complimentary entry. The final day of operation at the pool will be August 15th.
Hours:
On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, we’re available from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.; on Tuesdays and Thursdays, our hours extend from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and during weekends, specifically Saturday and Sunday, we operate from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location:
200 Park Ave., Abington
The Imagination Station Playground splash pad located in Randolph
A pool day doesn’t necessarily have to conclude here.
Imagination Station Playground
In Randolph, the park features a splash pad equipped with a six-button activated ground-level water sprinkler and a large flower-shaped spray feature. Visitors can use the parking area located near Zapustas Ice Rink for convenience. Admission to this splash pad is free and accessible to everyone.
Hours:
The park remains accessible around the clock.
Location:
128 Pleasant Street in Randolph
The article initially appeared on The Enterprise.
Best spots for swimming close to Brockton: Their opening dates, costs, and important details you should be aware of
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