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Washington Park
One of the roomier parks on the north side of town, Washington Park features an array of features including one of Roanoke’s two public outdoor swimming pools, a playground, Lick Run Greenway access, exercise equipment and a basketball court on the topside of the park. The bottom section of the park is home to another playground and basketball court, a shelter and restrooms.
Washington Park Amenities:
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Two playgrounds
- Basketball Courts
- Exercise Equipment
- 23′ x 28′, ADA Accessible Picnic Shelter with 4 Tables, 2 Grills and Restrooms in Lower Park
- 23 x 33 Picnic Shelter with 4 Tables and 1 Grill in the Upper Park
- Restrooms
- Lick Run Greenway Access
Washington Park POOL
The outdoor swimming facility at Washington Park has an Olympic-sized 360,000-gallon pool. Lanes range from three to five feet deep and each pool has a 12-foot diving well. Diving boards and dual water slides are available for pool users who know how to swim. The Fallon Park public pool area also includes a concession stand and a picnic shelter. Deck chairs and chaise lounges are available for relaxing poolside. The Washington Park Pool is operated by the Kirk Family YMCA. Please contact Sam Hughes at 540-342-9622 for more information.
2019 Hours:
Washington Park Pool will be open Memorial Day weekend (May 25-27) at the following times:
- Saturday, May 25: 12 – 7 p.m.
- Sunday, May 26: 12 – 7 p.m.
- Monday, May 27: 12- 6 p.m.
Washington Park Pool officially opens on June 7, 2019. Weekly hours are as follows:
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 12 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 11 am to 7:30 pm
Closed on Wednesday
The pool will close August 11 for the season.
Other Parks with Trails
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Countryside Park
Fishburn Park
Wasena Park
Kennedy Park
Vic Thomas Park
Mill Mountain Park
Piedmont Park
Ridgewood Park
Elmwood Park
