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Shoreline Pool swimming pool in Shoreline, WA
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View of Shoreline Pool in Shoreline, WA
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View of Shoreline Pool in Shoreline, WA
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Shoreline Pool

4.5(117 reviews)$Sports
🕑 1.5-2.5 hours👶 Best for ages 2-14. Toddlers and preschoolers can safely splash in shallow recreation areas during family swim times, while elementary and middle school kids get their thrills on the water slides. The lap pool area works well for tweens practicing their strokes.

About

Shoreline Pool is a year-round indoor aquatic center that takes the stress out of weather-dependent plans. With dedicated family swim times, exciting water slides, and both lap and recreational swimming areas, this facility caters to everyone from cautious beginners to confident swimmers, making it an ideal destination for families with mixed ages and abilities.

Highlights

  • Water slides that provide excitement for adventurous kids
  • Separate recreation and lap pool areas accommodating different skill levels
  • Year-round indoor facility perfect for rainy Pacific Northwest days
  • Designated family swim times when the whole pool caters to parents and children
  • Clean, well-maintained facilities with family changing rooms available

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Check the online schedule before visiting as family swim times alternate with lap swimming and water aerobics sessions throughout the day
  2. 2.Arrive 10-15 minutes early on weekends to secure a locker and get changed before prime swimming time begins
  3. 3.Bring swim goggles and water shoes,the pool deck can be slippery and goggles make underwater play much more fun
  4. 4.Pack extra towels; one is never enough after water slide adventures
  5. 5.Weekday late mornings (10am-noon) tend to be quieter than weekend family swim sessions

Best Time to Visit

Weekday mornings or early afternoons during the school year offer the least crowded experience. Summer afternoons can get busy, so aim for opening time if visiting during peak season. Check their family swim schedule online as times vary daily.

What to Know

Day passes are reasonably priced with family and multi-visit punch cards available for frequent visitors. Parking is free in the adjacent lot. No outside food is allowed in the pool area, but there's a lobby area for snacks before or after swimming.

Seasonal Notes

Being an indoor facility, Shoreline Pool is perfect for year-round visits and especially valuable during Seattle's rainy months. The pool may have modified hours during major holidays, so check their schedule online. Summer sees increased attendance, particularly during family swim times.

Nearby Eats

Head to Blazing Onion Burger Company (5 minutes away) for juicy burgers and a kids menu, or stop by MOD Pizza on Aurora Avenue for fast, customizable pizzas that please picky eaters.

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Adventure

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