Public Pools

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Pools open for the 2026 season on Monday, May 25!

Join the Aquatics Team! 

Buy Season Pool Passes

All public pools will be open from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 4.


    Aquatics Office 

    1225 F St., Second Floor 
    inside F Street Community Center 
    Lincoln, NE 68508 
    402-441-7960 (year round) 

    Fees and Season Passes  Swimming Lessons   Recreational Swim and Dive League Other Aquatic Programs     Lifeguard Courses

    Click on the locations below for more information:


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    Trago Sprayground is open for the season!

    • Sprayground Season: Typically runs mid-May through Labor Day.
    • The free sprayground located off 22nd and U Streets will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily through Labor Day.
    • This site also features a new playground and plaza area, updated site furnishings and irrigation.
    • Trago Park information
    • The Trago Sprayground is not managed by the Aquatics section. Please contact 402-441-7847 for questions or to report an issue.

    Rules and Regulations

    GENERAL POOL RULES

    1.  Youth under 7 must be accompanied by a person 16 or over.
    2.  If a diaper is worn, it must be a swim diaper.
    3.  Proper swimming suit is required for admittance.  No cut offs or shorts allowed.  No street clothes allowed on pool deck.
    4.  Floating apparatus, including water wings, are allowed in the baby pool only.  Inner tubes and air mattresses are not allowed.  Water toys are generally not allowed.
    5.  U.S.S. Coast Guard or Red Cross life jacket is allowed.
    6.  No smoking allowed in any pool area.
    7.  Hours of operation may be altered due to inclement weather.  If by 3:00 p.m. the air temperature has not reached 70 degrees, a determination will be made on whether to close for the remainder of the day.
    8.  Please check the entrance of the pool for additional rules and regulations.

    Pool Rentals

    To Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, please review the following guidelines before completing your reservation.

    All pool rental requests must be submitted online.

    Pool rentals are not confirmed until payment is received in full.

    All rentals are 1.5 hours.

    Rental patrons are not allowed on the pool deck before rental time.

    Renters and guests must follow all posted pool rules and staff directions. If an event becomes unsafe or does not follow the rental purpose, staff may end the rental early. No refunds will be issued in these cases. Renters are financially responsible for any damage that occurs to the pool, buildings, or equipment during their rental.

    No innertubes, rafts, or arm floaties are allowed – lifejackets must be Coast Guard approved. Small pool toys & noodles are allowed. No glass or alcohol allowed – coolers will be checked. Smoking and tobacco use (including vaping and ecigarettes) are prohibited in all pool areas, including decks, concession spaces, and surrounding grounds Rentals cannot go over submitted guest count.

    No money or fees may be collected at the pool.

    All reservation changes incur a $25 fee and must be made at least 7 days in advance.

    Refund request forms must be submitted at least 7 days prior to any rental date. A $25 processing fee will be assessed to all refunds.

    Weather Policy – For inclement weather, staff will reach out to rental to discuss options.