About This Listing
McGuane Park Pool is an indoor public swimming facility in Chicago’s South Side, operated by the Chicago Park District. Situated at 2901 S Poplar Ave, the pool serves as a community resource for lap swimming, recreational use, and aquatic activities. It is part of a larger park complex that includes additional recreational amenities. The facility offers a standard indoor pool for swimming, with access for the public during designated hours. Entry typically requires a Chicago Park District pass or day-use fee, though specific scheduling and pricing details are available on the district’s website. The pool is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on user reviews, indicating generally positive experiences. Visitors should check the official site for current operating hours, as these may vary by season or program. For practical information, the Chicago Park District’s website provides updates on pool availability, fees, and any temporary closures. Contact details for the district are also available there for general inquiries. First-time visitors should arrive prepared with proper swim attire and any required passes or payment. The pool is accessible via public transit, with nearby bus and train stops serving the area.
Located in Chicago, Illinois, this sports club offers quality facilities and services for sports enthusiasts.
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What visitors are saying
“Good facility, lifeguards on site. Fairly clean lockers. Things are a bit run down but everyone was nice to each other. Lifeguard is here at all times.”
— Janhavi D. · ★★★★★
“My family and I attend u201cOpen Swimu201d on Sundays from 11am-12pm as the schedule online states and we are able to go to the deep end. We decide to come on a Thursday from 3pm-4pm for an u201cOpen Swimu201d and we are told we canu2019t be on the deep end. I notice 1 person performing lap swim. We then ask one lifeguard why we canu2019t be on the deep end and they proceed to ask another lifeguard if we can do a swim test before getting on”
— Arely S. · ★☆☆☆☆
“My daughter has been taking swim here for several years! We adore the coaches! Coach Daniella and Evelyn really make you feel at ease and of course Coach Martin is the best! I also love the student to coach ratio. These classes are high quality! They truly taught my daughter.”
— Ellen M. · ★★★★★
“This is the worst Chicago Park District pool. They keep canceling their Open Swim schedule without proper notice. They only put up one page of paper next to the locker room or a handwritten note on the entrance door. Nobody picks up the phone, so you even can't check with them in advance. The supervisor is very proud of her own team, but she definitely does not care about the district. It was a bad experience and it'”
— aj l. · ★☆☆☆☆
“I came to McGuane to get a pool schedule. None were available. Someone came out of pool area to talk to me. Senior Water Aerobics & open swims ud83cudfca are not available. Doctor advise their patients to go into the pool. Which helps many ailments older people have. A little Disappointed.ud83dude1e”
— Mary K. · ★★★★☆
“Staff & Coaches are top tier! They are extremely helpful if you are learning to swim! Canu2019t thank them enough.”
— Alice S. · ★★★★★
“I was visiting from out of town and stopped in for an open swim, which was completely free! but no lane swim unfortunately. the facility is ageing but the staff were very kind and helpful”
— Floyd P. · ★★★★★
“Me my boyfriend and sister went here today . This place looks very abandoned , front door wasnu2019t closed and when we entered there was literally nobody there . As we looked around for someone to assist us we realized there was nobody there . Just an empty school looking building left completely unattended .”
— Simp444_Dreaa · ★☆☆☆☆
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Frequently asked questions
Where is McGuane Park Pool (Indoor) located?
McGuane Park Pool (Indoor) is located at 2901 S Poplar Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, United States. It is in Chicago, Illinois.
What are the hours of McGuane Park Pool (Indoor)?
McGuane Park Pool (Indoor) is open as follows: Monday 9u202famu20137u202fpm; Tuesday 9u202famu20137u202fpm; Wednesday 9u202famu20137u202fpm; Thursday 9u202famu20137u202fpm; Friday 9u202famu20137u202fpm; Saturday 9u202famu20135u202fpm; Sunday Closed. Hours may change on holidays — call ahead to confirm.
How is McGuane Park Pool (Indoor) rated?
McGuane Park Pool (Indoor) has an average rating of 4.4/5 from 53 customer reviews on Google.
Does McGuane Park Pool (Indoor) have a website?
Yes. McGuane Park Pool (Indoor)'s official website is https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/mcguane-park-pool.
