Explore the 14 Swimming Pools in The Woodlands, TX
Each village in The Woodlands features at least one public water-activities venue.
The Woodlands, Texas, is home to 14 public swimming pools and aquatic facilities, each offering unique amenities for water-based fun and relaxation. The most recent addition, the Wendtwoods Swimming Pool and Park, opened in early summer 2013 in the Village of Creekside Park. Whether you’re looking to cool off from the Texas heat or enjoy family-friendly activities, these pools are perfect for making a splash!
Water Fun for Everyone
From thrilling water slides to serene lazy rivers, The Woodlands pools offer something for everyone. Highlights include:
- Seven Splashpads and Spraygrounds: Perfect for younger swimmers to enjoy water-spray fun.
- Rob Fleming Aquatic Center: Features a lazy river, water slides, and play structures in Creekside Park.
- Lap Lanes: Available at most pools, ideal for fitness enthusiasts or those training for swim events.
- Family-Friendly Features: Many pools include shaded areas, picnic tables, and play structures for a full day of fun.
Every village in The Woodlands has at least one swimming pool, and some even have multiple options. These pools cater to families, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone looking for summer fun. With plans for future expansions, The Woodlands continues to grow as a hub for aquatic recreation.
Village Swimming Pools in The Woodlands
Alden Bridge Pool
Located in Alden Bridge Park, within view of the iconic road-bridge, is Alden Bridge Village Pool.
Bear Branch Pool
The Bear Branch Pool is located in Bear Branch Park, in the Village of Cochran's Crossing, .
Cranebrook Spray Pool
The Cranebrook Splash Pool in Cranebrook Park, on Cranebrook Drive in the Village of Sterling Ridge.
Creekwood Pool
The Creekwood Pool aka Panther Pool, is located in the Village Panther Creek, across from McCullough J High School.
Fleming Aquatic Center
Rob Fleming Aquatic Center in the Village of Creekside Park is a very popular summertime hangout.
Forestgate Pool
Aka The Octopus Pool, Forestgate Swimming Pool features a baby-pool / slide as well as a larger slide for older children and adults.
Harper's Landing Pool
Harper's Landing Pool, the only pool in the Village of College Park. is connected to Harper's Landing Park.
Lakeside Pool
Lakeside Pool 1/3 in the Village of Alden Bridge; the home of The Woodlands Hurricanes swim club.
Ridgewood Pool
Aka Swan Pool, Ridgewood Pool in Panther Creek offers adult swimming, along features a splash area, and a baby friendly pool and slide.
Sawmill Pool
Sawmill Dragon Pool in Grogan's Mill Village features a partially covered, small child area with slide.
Shadowbend Pool
Shadowbend Pool, aka the Log Pool, features a sprayground area in Village of Cochran's Crossing.
Wendtwoods Pool
Wendtwoods Sprayground Pool in Creekside Park is a smaller version of the Rob Fleming Aquatic Center.
There are several spray-grounds in The Woodlands which are open to the community, allowing for visitors who want to splash around in the water without actually swimming.
A few of the Swimming Pools The Woodlands Township are home to five swim teams, The Cyclones TAAF Swim Team, The Hurricanes Swim Club, The Riptides Swim Team, The Waves Swim Team, as well as The Woodlands Junior Swim Team, designed to teach the strokes and skills needed to swim competitively with the other teams. The Woodlands Swim Team (TWST), and The Woodlands Marlins (an NWAL team) also call The Woodlands home.
There are seven splashpad / spraygrounds scattered across The Woodlands Township.
The Woodlands Township Swimming Pools are open daily* during the summer months.
Monday Closures
Tuesday Closures
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Swimming Pool Reservations
Red Hot Blue Pool
Village Pools Daily Admission
Where can I buy a Pool Pass?
Pool Reservations & Additional Information
The Woodlands Township Facilities Rentals & Reservations
• 5200 Research Forest Drive
• The Woodlands, Texas • 77381
Please note: The daily pool schedule is maintained by The Woodlands Township and is subject to change without notice and is entirely beyond the control of TheWoodlands.Guide.
Swimming Pool Safety is everyone’s concern, each pool has swimming attendants and or lifeguards on duty. TheWoodlands.Guide is not responsible for any activities or results thereof at any Woodlands Township Swimming Pool.
The Woodlands Township offers three options for purchasing or renewing a Season Pass. Pool pass sales typically begin March 1. Online Registration. Register in person at The Recreation Center at Bear Branch Park or The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park. Register via phone by calling:
281 210-3950 The Recreation Center at Bear Branch Park
The Rob Fleming Recreation Center 281-516-7348.
Hours vary from swimming pool to swimming pool, opening as early as 10:00am and closing as late as 8:00pm, May through September.
- ID required
- Includes Memorial, Independence & Labor Day
- Residents: $7 everyday
- Non-Residents: $10 (Monday through Thursday)
- Non-Residents: $14 (Friday, Sat & Sun)
Under 48″ Tall
- Residents: $10 (everyday)
- Non-Residents: $10 (everyday)
Over 48″ Tall
- Residents: $12 everyday
- Non-Residents: $18 (Monday through Thursday)
- Non-Residents: $24 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Public Parks Guide The Woodlands
Cochran's Crossing
Public Parks in The Village of Cochran's Crossing
Creekside Park
Public Parks in The Village of Creekside Park
Indian Springs
Public Parks in The Village of Indian Springs
Sterling Ridge
Public Parks in The Village of Sterling Ridge
Park Facility Reservations
Permits are required to reserve a public-park-pavilion in any park facility in The Woodlands-Township-Facility reservation requests can be made online.
Availability is subject to change without notice and is entirely beyond the control of TheWoodlands.Guide