Aquatics
South St. Paul operates three pools: A year-round indoor pool located at Central Square Community Center and two outdoor pools. The Splash Pool at Lorraine Park and Northview Pool are open June through August. Life jackets must be Coast Guard approved for use at all three pools.
Swim Lessons
Swim lessons are offered at Central Square Community Center Indoor Pool year-round and limited lessons are available during the summer season.
Indoor Pool at Central Square Community Center
The Central Square Community Center Indoor Pool is located at 100 7th Avenue North. The pool begins at a depth of 4 feet and has a maximum depth of 12 feet. The pool features a diving board and a large open swim area. A portable tot dock is located in the shallow end so younger children can touch bottom while enjoying the pool. Central Square Community Center offers daily lap swim sessions, weekly open swim, family swim times and swim lessons. Members are able to take advantage of open swim times free of charge.
Outdoor Pools
Splash Pool
The outdoor Splash Pool is located in Lorraine Park at 756 3rd Avenue South and has a water feature perfect for kids. The pool consists of a large interactive water play feature with zero depth entry on two sides and ample deck space for sun bathing. It's a perfect destination for families with young children to enjoy a day of water play together. Concessions are available for purchase.
Northview Pool
This outdoor pool is located in Northview Park at 635 18th Avenue North. Northview Pool is a standard outdoor pool with a shallow area of 3 feet that graduates to a depth of 12 feet. The deep area of the pool features a diving board and a climbing wall. In the shallow end, you can have fun with the basketball hoops available. Concessions are available for purchase.
Summer Pool Hours
| Splash Pool at Lorraine Park | Northview Pool | Central Square Indoor Pool | |
|---|---|---|---|
Pool Location | 4th Ave. & 7th St. S. | 1800 Thompson Ave. | 100 7th Ave. N. |
Hours | Sunday - Saturday | Sunday - Tuesday | Open Swim |
| Summer Season | June 8th - August 18th, 2019 | ||
| Daily Admission Fees | $4 per day standard admission, $2 (age 55+), infants under 12 months free. Daily admission fees are cash only. | ||
Summer Pool Pass and Daily Admission
The Parks & Recreation Department has summer season pool passes and coupon books available for purchase. Passes are good for the outdoor pools, Splash and Northview Pool, and the indoor pool at Central Square during all open swimming hours.
Pool passes and coupons must be purchased in person at Central Square Community Center, 100 7th Avenue North. Seasonal Pool Pass and Coupon prices are listed on the Summer Pool Pass & Punch Card Application. Daily admission is $4 per person, per day, for anyone entering the pool area, $2 for age 55+, free for infants under 12 months.