Lakeview Wading Pool (Vernon Matters photo)

By Pete McIntyre

the new 'peanut pool'

Vernon’s new Lakeview Wading Pool ready to open

Jun 26, 2024 | 1:00 PM

Vernon’s newest outdoor pool will open to the public on Friday, June 28.

The Lakeview Wading Pool is located in Lakeview Park on 18th Street in the city’s East Hill neighbourhood.

It replaces the former ‘Peanut Pool’ at that site, which first opened in 1958, and was popular with families with young children. It got its name due to its peanut-like shape.

Construction of the new pool started in June 2022 and was faced with delays and cost overruns.

The latest cost estimate was $4.8 million in May of this year, up from the original $3.3 million.

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The City of Vernon says an official grand opening and community celebration for the new wading pool will be held on Thursday, July 11. Further details will be announced in the coming weeks.

Meantime, the Lavington Pool will also open to the public on Friday, June 28.

Pool Schedules:

*Lakeview Wading Pool is open seven days a week:

• Sunday to Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.
  *Pool will be closed daily from 1:30 – 2:00 p.m. for cleaning

*Lavington Pool is open seven days a week:

• Monday to Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
  *Swim lessons between 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
• Friday to Sunday: 12:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Please note: Hours of operation are subject to change based on staffing availability. Space is limited and available on first come first serve basis.

Pool Rules:

• Children under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult.
• Proper swimwear is required.
• Children who are not toilet trained must wear an approved swim diaper.

Admission is free.

If visiting Lakeview Park, please be advised a portion of 32nd Avenue is closed for road construction. Local detours are in effect.

For more information on pool schedules, rules, and safety guidelines visit vernon.ca/pools.