Fall 2020 Pool Information
About Reservations
Reservations Encouraged, Not Required
Due to COVID-19, Montgomery County Recreation pools are operating with new safety restrictions. At this time, pools are open to Montgomery County residents and pool pass holders only. While reservations are no longer required, they are encouraged as residents with reservations will have priority admission. The number of available walkup daily admission slots will depend on the number of reservations and pool capacity.
- Swim sessions at indoor pools are 45 minutes.
- Outdoor pools are open for a variety of activities including recreational and lap swimming, depending on the pool.
- Reservations are highly encouraged and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Important Fall 2020 Pool Information
- Reservations are available seven days in advance beginning at noon each day.
- Outdoor pools will have an abbreviated schedule and are slated to remain open through October 4, weather permitting.
- Previously purchased outdoor pools passes for the 2020 summer season will continue to be accepted at all outdoor pools for the extended summer swim season.
- Pool passes will be available for in-person purchase by Montgomery County residents only. Residents must provide proof of County residency at the time of purchase. Online pool pass sales have been suspended indefinitely.
Reserve Swim Sessions
For more information on how to reserve a swim session, read the how-to guide:
To reserve a swim session, click the button below:
For more information on how to cancel a swim session, read the how-to guide:
For additional assistance making a swim reservation, you may contact our customer service desk at 240-777-6840 or any indoor pool location.
Pool Passes & Daily Admission
Pool Passes
Pool passes are available for in-person purchase by Montgomery County residents only. Residents must provide proof of County residency at the time of purchase. Online pool pass sales have been suspended indefinitely.
- Pool passes can be purchased at any indoor facility from 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Outdoor facilities have varying schedules which can be seen on our website.
Walkup Daily Admissions
Reservations are encouraged, but not required.
- Walkup daily admission is for Montgomery County residents only.
- All adults 18 and over must provide proof of County residency at the time of entry.
- Only household groups will be admitted together.
- At the time of entry, patrons must complete a contact form including the names of all household members, phone number and address. This information will only be used by county health officials should it be necessary.
- The number of walkup daily admission slots available will depend on the number of reservations and pool capacity.
Walkup daily admission rates for county residents are:
- $7 for adults
- $6 for seniors 55 and over
- $5 for children 17 and under
Indoor Pools
Reservations are encouraged and on a first-come, first served basis.
Indoor Pool Hours
Monday-Friday
6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
Noon-5 p.m.
Indoor Pool Schedules
Germantown Indoor Swim Center (GISC)
Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center (KSAC)
Olney Swim Center (OSC)
Outdoor Pools
Outdoor pools will have an abbreviated schedule and are slated to remain open through October 4, weather permitting. Outdoor pools are available for recreational and limited lap swimming. Lap swimming at outdoor pools is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Outdoor Pool Schedules
Bethesda Outdoor Pool
Germantown Outdoor Pool
Glenmont Outdoor Pool
MLK Outdoor Pool
COVID-19 Phase 2 Safety Procedures
For Indoor Pools
- All patrons two years old and over must use a face covering while on the pool deck, in common areas, and when social distancing is not possible.
- Face coverings are not required when in the water.
- Individuals and family groups are asked to stay together and maintain six feet of social distancing from other groups at all times.
- Pool features including crossing features, saunas and hot tubs will remain closed.
- Fitness rooms in aquatic centers will remain closed.
- Shared equipment such as kickboards will not be available.
- Restrooms in locker rooms will be available. We ask patrons to minimize their time in those areas by coming to the pool in their swim attire and showering at home. Marked alternate exits will be available for those who wish to avoid exiting through the locker room. Lockers will not be available for use. Patrons will have to take their belongings with them on the pool deck and place them in a chair assigned to the lap lane they are using.
For Outdoor Pools
- All patrons two years old and over must use a face covering while on the pool deck, in common areas, and when social distancing is not possible. Face coverings are not required when in the water.
- Individuals and family groups are asked to stay together and maintain six feet of social distancing from other groups at all times.
- Pool features including crossing features and the lazy river will remain closed.
- All wading pools—also known as baby pools or tot pools—will remain closed.
- Slides and diving boards will be available for use.
- Patrons are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets.
- Shared equipment such as kickboards will not be available.
- Restrooms in bath houses will be available. We ask patrons to minimize their time in those areas by coming to the pool in their swim attire and showering at home. Marked alternate exits will be available for those who wish to avoid exiting through the bath house.