Lap Swim

Our Pools

SFSC 50-meter Lap Swim Pool 

• 17 lanes, 25 yards in length.
• 78°F pool temperature.
• Pool depth is 3.5 to 8 feet deep.
• 4 of the 17 lap swim lanes are 3.5 to 4 feet deep.

SFSC Warm Water Pool

• 18 x 10 yards in size
• Heated to 88°F year-round
• Spray zone
• Zero depth entry with a ramp, slopes to a depth of 4 feet

Amenities & Features

• Indoor locker rooms
• Showers
• Restrooms
• Pull buoys and kickboards
• Towel service is not available

On the Deck 

• Sunny deck space with lounge chairs
• Food court area with picnic tables and a small lawn
• Reservable covered picnic area

Accessibility & Inclusion

A water wheel chair is available at the swim center and the Warm Water Pool features a zero-depth entry ramp for access. Each pool has stationary, ADA-compliant lifts as well as a mobile lift for entry into any area of the pools. A gender-inclusive bathroom is available with an ADA shower, changing bed, locker, and toilet. In addition, the Simpkins Family Swim Center offers low stimulation hours weekly.

Learn more about Accessibility & Inclusion at Santa Cruz County Parks