Press Releases - Department of Recreation

Montgomery County Recreation's Seven Outdoor Pools Open Memorial Day Weekend

For Immediate Release: Monday, May 19, 2025

County residents excited to hit the pool outside as the weather heats up will not have to wait much longer as Montgomery County Recreation’s outdoor pool pre-season will begin on Saturday, May 24, at noon. 

During the pre-season, which takes place May 24 to June 13, the County’s seven outdoor pools will operate: 

• Only on weekends from noon – 6 p.m. 
• From 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 3 – 6 p.m. on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day) 

The outdoor pools will transition to the summer season schedule beginning June 14 through Aug. 15. Outdoor pools will operate: 

• 1 – 8 p.m. on weekdays 
• Noon – 8 p.m. on weekends 

                                 

Some other important dates and notes to know about for the summer season: 

• Upper County Outdoor Pool in Gaithersburg will be closed on Fridays during the summer season 
• All outdoor pools will close at 6:30 p.m. on July 26 for an all-staff training 
• Outdoor pools will open from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 3 – 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 19 (Juneteenth), and Friday, July 4 (Independence Day) 

For more information regarding holiday hours, post-season hours and operational hours, go to mocorec.com/outdoorpools. 

“As the weather warms up, I know a lot of people are looking forward to being outside and enjoying time with family and friends,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich “Our outdoor pools give residents a fun and affordable way to stay active, cool off, and spend time together. They’re also a great place for kids to learn how to swim and be safe around water. I encourage everyone to take advantage of the summer memberships and thank our Recreation staff for getting the pools ready and making sure they’re safe and welcoming for everyone.”

Beat the line at the pool by purchasing an aquatic membership in advance! Summer pool passes are now available for purchase. Passes are valid May 24 – Sept. 2. 

Daily admission is $5 for County residents under the age of 18, $7 for adults and $6 for seniors (age 55 and older). A driver’s license or other proof of residency is required at the admission counter. General admission for non-residents is $20. 

Children under 12 years old must be accompanied and cared for by a person 16 years old or older. Learn more about Montgomery County Recreation’s pool rules and regulations.  

Here are the locations for the County’s seven outdoor pools:  

• Bethesda Outdoor Pool, 6300 Hillandale Road, Bethesda, 301-652-1598  
• Germantown Outdoor Pool, 18905 Kingsview Road, Germantown, 240-777-8067 
• Long Branch Outdoor Pool, 8700 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring, 240-777-6859   
• Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Outdoor Pool, 1201 Jackson Road, Silver Spring, 240-777-8066 
• Sarah E. Auer Western County Outdoor Pool, 20151 Fisher Avenue, Poolesville, 301-349-2217 
• Sergeant Hector I. Ayala Wheaton/Glenmont Outdoor Pool, 12621 Dalewood Drive, Wheaton, 301-929-5460 
• Upper County Outdoor Pool, 8211 Emory Grove Road, Gaithersburg, 301-840-2446 

To ensure safety around water, Recreation urges all residents to follow these important tips. 

For more information about pool passes, amenities and hours of operation at all swimming pools, visit Recreation’s Aquatic Centers page or call the customer service team at 240-777-6840. 

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Release ID: 25-214
Media Contact: Harry Dang 240-281-5816