2023 Back-to-School Aquatic Adventure Guide

Remember when I posted about Summer Swimming Hours HERE?

Here is updated information on the pools, water parks, and splash pads since school started:

El Paso County Pools:

It's back to school, but summer is not over just yet. All County Pools have adjusted their public swim hours.
Monday through Friday: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.,
Saturdays and Sundays: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.,
These hours will be in effect until Labor Day, Monday, September 4th. Pool hours are subject to change in the event of any issues that may arise and/or inclement weather conditions.

Important reminders:
– Proper swim attire is required
– Admission fees must be paid by all persons to include infants and spectators upon each entry or designated session to the pool facility
– Groups of children age five and under must have one adult for every six children

City of El Paso Indoor Pools

Admission

  • $3 Adults: 18 yrs – 59 yrs
  • $2 Children: 17 yrs & younger, and seniors 60 yrs & older
  • $24 Membership: Adults 18 yrs – 59 yrs (sold at facilities)
  • $16 Membership: Children 17 yrs & younger, and seniors 60 yrs & older (sold at facilities)

Guidelines

  • Time Reservations may be made up to 24 hours in advance at the Parks and Recreation online registration website at cityofelpaso.perfectmind.com or by calling the aquatic center during operational hours. Reservations are only allowed for lap swimming or exercise purposes only.
  • Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.
  • Lanes are sharable lanes with up to four patrons at a time and there are no individual lane reservations.
  • Exceptions to go over lane capacity will be approved by the Pool Manager or Head Guard.
  • Facility may have a designated space or lanes for water walking and exercise.
  • Recreational swimming is permitted at some facilities with assigned lanes and/or space.

Armijo Aquatic Center
Address: 911 S. Ochoa St. El Paso, TX 79901
Phone: (915) 212-0395
Operating Hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturdays – June: AM Both Pools – Closed for Swim meets; PM Both Pools – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturdays – July: AM Both Pools – 6:00 am – 12:00 pm; PM Both Pools – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Amenities: 25-yard competitive pool, Leisure Pool, Slide, Spray Amenities

Delta Aquatic Center
Address: 4451 Delta Dr. El Paso, TX 79905
Phone: (915) 212-0408
Currently Closed
Amenities: 25-yard pool

Eastside Natatorium at The Beast
Address: 13501 Jason Crandall El Paso, TX 79938
Phone: (915) 212-2427
Operating Hours:
Monday – Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am – 11:00 am, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: CLOSED
Recreational Swimming: Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Amenities: 2 one-meter diving springboards, 2 three-meter diving springboards, 25-yard leisure pool, 50-meter competitive pool

Hawkins Aquatic Center
Address: 1500 Hawkins Blvd. El Paso, TX 79925
Phone: (915) 212-6780
Operating Hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am – 11:00 am, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Amenities: 25-yard pool

Leo Cancellare Aquatic Center
Address: 650 Wallenberg Dr. El Paso, TX 79912
Phone: (915) 212-0458
Currently Closed
Amenities: 25-yard pool

Marty Robbins Aquatic Center
Address: 11600 Vista Del Sol Dr. El Paso, TX 79936
Phone: (915) 212-0428
Operating Hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am – 11:00 am, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Amenities: 25-yard competitive pool

Memorial Aquatic Center
Address: 3251 Copper Ave. El Paso, TX 79930
Phone: (915) 212-0424
Operating Hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturdays – June: AM – Closed for Swim meets; PM – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturdays – July: AM – 6:00 am – 12:00 pm; PM – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Amenities: 25-yard competitive pool

Pat O'Rourke Aquatic Center
Address: 901 N. Virginia St. El Paso, TX 79902
Phone: (915) 212-0128
Currently Closed
Amenities: 25-yard pool

Therapeutic & Instructional Aquatic Center
Address: 9031 Viscount Blvd. El Paso, TX 79925
Phone: (915) 212-0714
Currently Closed
Amenities: Therapeutic pool with warm water

Veterans Aquatic Center
Address: 5301 Salem Dr. El Paso, TX 79924
Phone: (915) 212-0753
Operating Hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am – 11:00 am, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Amenities: 25-yard pool

Westside Natatorium
Address: 650 Wallenberg Dr. El Paso, TX 79912
Phone: (915) 212-0458
Operating Hours:
Monday – Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Amenities: 50-meter competitive pool

William W. Cowan Aquatic Center
Address: 8100 Independence Dr. El Paso, TX 79907
Phone: (915) 212-0975
Operating Hours:
Monday & Tuesday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturdays – June: AM – Closed for Swim meets; PM – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Saturdays – July: AM – 6:00 am – 12:00 pm; PM – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday: CLOSED

El Paso Water Parks:

Monday: All parks are closed

Tuesday: Camp Cohen 1-8 PM

9700 Gateway N Blvd, El Paso, TX 79924
Wednesday: Oasis 1-8 PM
13501 Jason Crandall Dr, El Paso, TX 79938

Thursday: Chapoteo 1-8 PM

1225 Giles Rd, El Paso, TX 79915

Friday: Lost Kingdom 1-8 PM

6001 Hughey Dr, El Paso, TX 79925
Saturday: All Parks 11 AM-8 PM
Sunday: All Parks 11 AM- 6 PM

El Paso Waterparks offers season passes (4 levels) from $29-99/per person

$29 Tiny Tides: Admission to a park of your choosing, $5 fee to access other water parks

$49 Wavy Waters: Admission to all water parks

$69 Raging Rapids: Admission to all water parks, friend pass and special discounts

$99 Super Splash: Admission to all water parks, friend pass, special discounts and free access to all special events

1-Day Admission. General Admission 48″ tall and up. $15. Under 48″ tall. $12. Military & Senior ; 

Children 2 & under FREE!

Twilight & Group Tickets. $7-$8/per person

*Twilight tickets start at 3:00 PM. Sunday – Thursday only.

*Only available for purchase at the water park front desk.


Water Parks Cooler Pass 2023

All El Paso Water Parks now offer a new “cooler pass” which can be purchased for $20 and allows all park guests to bring in food and drinks* to any of our 4 parks! Cabanas can also be rented.

*No glass or alcohol will be permitted. All coolers must be no larger than 48qt, should be able to close fully and are subject to be checked by water parks staff upon entrance.

It's always a good idea to check with the park's official website or call them to confirm these dates and any other details regarding ticket prices and availability.

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Wet N Wild Water Park:

So long weekdays 👋 Hello, weekends! 😎

8804 S Desert Blvd, Anthony, TX 79821

Wet N' Wild is now open weekends only through Labor Day weekend! Get tickets, tables and cabanas in advance online at wetwild.com 🐸

With 25 slides and attractions, including the biggest wave pool in Texas, the Screamer slide, and Atlantis Adventure kids' water play area, this water park has something for everyone. It also offers cabanas, food and beverage options, and ample shade.

Wet and Wild Waterworld in Anthony, TX offers season passes (2 levels) per person for $59.99-$99.99 plus tax and gate tickets for weekdays (non-holiday) at $29.99 for general admission, $34.99 for weekends general admission, $4.99 for toddlers (age 1-3).

Me and Freddy the Surfing Frog

Visitors are allowed to bring their own food but no glass, and coolers are permitted. Cabanas and picnic tables are also available for rent at varying prices. Check the official website or call the park for the most up-to-date information on ticket prices and availability.

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The Elmont Swim Club:

240 W. Castellano El Paso Texas 79912
Swim Club Hours:
Open Daily 11am – 7pm
Fees ranges from $10-$30 per person
Prices and Availability HERE

Looking for more fun things to do? Check out my Spray Park Guide for 2023!

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