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The best outdoor pool in the world. Canada's longest and only heated salt water pool. On the waters edge in spectactular Kitsilano with stunning views of the mountains, Stanley Park, the ocean and the city the pool is simply a not to be missed experience. Shallow play area for kids, lap swimming and sunbathing galore. Pool is surrounded by park, beach, restaurants and shops for after swim activities. It is Vancouver at its best.
2305 Cornwall Street Vancouver Canada
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Kitsilano and Second Beach outdoor pools are all located adjacent to the ocean and New Brighton is not far away, and in fact the ocean is visible from the pool. All pools are clean, beautiful to swim in and really show off Vancouver's mountain to ocean scenery. I have swam at Second Beach pool in Stanley park since I was a child and when it was only full when the tide was high because it was a true salt water pool - it also had free entry then! There is a concession stand with chips etc across from the entrance. You can't beat it!
I have also swam at New Brighton Pool where the water is chlorinated but the lifeguards play jazz music from their stereo while you swim. Very relaxing atmosphere!
Kitsilano Outdoor Pool
2305 Cornwall Street
604-731-0011
137.5 metres (150 yds x 60 ft wide)
Fresh water 25C (77F)
Zero depth entry to 9 feet
The Kitsilano pool is 137 metres of heated bliss. The water is a mixture of salt and fresh.
Open from the middle of May to the first week in September. The rest of the year, the seagulls enjoy it immensely.
Bus #2 or #22 south on Burrard to Cornwall
Second Beach Pool
Stanley Park
604-257-8371
Free form with 50 metre lanes
Zero depth entry to 5 ft Temp 27C (80F)
The beautiful Second Beach pool, like the Kitsilano Pool, is right on the beach. It is also in Stanley Park in a beautiful setting. This is a very kid friendly pool designed for maximum fun. If you're an early riser, Second Beach Pool is a wonderful early morning destination, even when it's closed because it's a serene sight in a serene location.
New Brighton Pool is located on North Windermere Street near 'Playland' and the Second Narrows Bridge.
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