COVID-19 restart: outdoor pools
Kitsilano, New Brighton, Second Beach, and Maple Grove pools are now open.
Season passes and multi-pack tickets in blocks of 10 and 20 are still available for outdoor pools and can be purchased directly from TicketLeader External website, opens in new tab.
Registration opens three days in advance at noon.
If you're feeling sick, particularly if you're experiencing flu-like symptoms, please stay home.
Limited drop-in available
July 9, 2021: Effective July 12, Kitsilano, New Brighton, and Second Beach pools have increased capacities.
Drop-in sessions at all outdoor pools will be available in-person, on a first come, first-served basis.
For drop-in visits, cash, credit, debit, Flexipass, and Leisure Access passes are now accepted. Pass holders must scan their OneCard for admission.
Advance online registration is highly recommended to secure a spot.
Buy tickets online
Length swim sessions are 45 minutes and public swim sessions are 90 minutes long.
Tickets, season passes, and multi-pack tickets in blocks of 10 and 20 are now available for outdoor pools and can be purchased directly from TicketLeader External website, opens in new tab.
Note Tickets are only valid for the 2021 outdoor pool season. Outdoor pool tickets cannot be used for indoor pools. Tickets purchased for Kitsilano, Second Beach, and New Brighton are not valid at Maple Grove Pool and vice versa.
Park Board Flexipasses and 10-visit passes cannot be integrated with the TicketLeader reservation system and are not accepted for online registration. If you have a Flexipass but only swim outdoors, learn more on how you can put your pass on hold.
Leisure Access participants require an access code to book swim times at an outdoor pool. Email LAP@vancouver.ca to receive your code. Please provide your OneCard number to verify enrollment in Leisure Access.
Information icon Individuals who are not Leisure Access Pass holders do not require a code for the outdoor pool registration system.
Refunds
If you have registered for a swim and are unable to attend, you must cancel in advance to receive a credit to your TicketLeader account for a future session. No refunds will be available.
Cancellation requests must be submitted through your TicketLeader account External website, opens in new tab by 11:59pm the day before your session. Requests by phone directly to TicketLeader (604-252-3700), must be done by 6pm the day before your session.
Register online for swimming lessons
Swimming lessons will be offered for pre-school, children and youth age groups starting on the week of July 5th. Note Infant, toddler, and adult lessons are not available at this time.
Swimming lessons registration starts on Wednesday, June 16 at 9am. What you should know before registering.
If you are unable to book your session online, you can contact one of our recreation facilities. In-person registration will not be available due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Maple Grove Pool is a heated, outdoor shallow pool in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighbourhood. The landscaped, summer water park is wheelchair-accessible and includes a mini island.
Maple Grove Pool amenities
- Maximum depth: 3.5 feet
- Heated outdoor wading pool
- Mini island
- Water basketball hoop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Passes accepted
- Leisure Access Program (LAP)
Planning your visit
Bicycles
Bike racks are available for use. Bring your own locks. Bikes are not permitted inside the fenced pool area.
Dogs
Leash your dog at all times in Maple Grove Park. Dogs are not permitted within the fenced pool area.
Requirements for children at the pool
Children seven years old and under must be with a responsible guardian (16+ years old) while in the water. The guardian must wear a bathing suit and be within arms' reach of the children.
One guardian can supervise up to five children.
Find out more about our associated community centre
Kerrisdale
Kerrisdale Community Centre includes an indoor pool, ice rink, fitness centre, gym, games room, seniors centre, and teen/youth centre. The centre is affiliated with the Kerrisdale Arena and Maple Grove pool. It is located at 5851 W Boulevard, Vancouver, BC. 604-257-8100.