This East Austin pool offers both thrills and relaxation for families. Featuring water slides and multiple pools, Bartholomew’s grounds also include picnic tables, changing tables, outdoor showers, and shade structures that offer visitors a respite from the sun. Admission is $5 for resident adults, even less for children and seniors, and free for veterans. 

1800 E 51st St. | austintexas.gov/department/bartholomew-pool

Located within the Govalle Neighborhood Park on the Boggy Creek Greenbelt, this pool is shaded by both structures and mature trees. Recently remodeled, six lanes are available for lap swimming. Admission is free, and the pool is closed on Wednesdays (except for Juneteenth).
5200 Bolm Rd. | austintexas.gov/department/govalle-pool

Metz Park offers a no-frills pool and is adjoined by a shaded splash pad. Just a ten minute walk from the excellent food and drink offerings on East Cesar Chavez Street including Juiceland, it is also connected to the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail. Best of all, it is free admission for residents.
2400 Canterbury St. | austintexas.gov/department/metz-pool

Austinites have been swimming at Rosewood since 1930. Today, the park includes an extra large swimming pool, splash pad, changing area, covered showers, pirate-themed play structure, tennis courts, and more. Admission is free, and swim lessons occur twice a day. The pool is closed on Mondays.
2300 Rosewood Ave. | austintexas.gov/department/rosewood-pool

Details like the ornamental metalwork on the gate and Lueders limestone on the bathhouse combine to make Ella Wooten Pool an elegant centerpiece to the Mueller neighborhood. Just beyond the gate are two swim lanes, 10 minutes of adult swim every hour, and a large shallow area for the littles to play. Free passes and extended hours are available to Mueller residents, and affordable passes are offered for non-residents to swim 4:30-10pm on weekdays and after 12pm on weekends.
2047 Pinckney St. | muellerpoa.com/pools