As temperatures rise and the end of the school year approaches, pools and splash pads will be making their debut, just in time to cool us off in the summer heat.
Most outdoor pools in the area are set to open on May 23. But be sure to check each pool’s seasons and hours before heading out, as well as their rules for whether flotation devices, food, and drinks are allowed.
Then, pack up the family and check out one of these fun pools in the Albuquerque area. Don’t forget the sunscreen!
Or if you’re looking for a free splash pad, check out our list of Albuquerque splash pads!
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Outdoor Pools
Cabezon Outdoor Pool (Re-opening May 2026)
Address: 2307 Cabezon Blvd, Rio Rancho
Price: Kids-$3, Adults-$4
ABQ Mom Tip: Rio Rancho plans to reopen this outdoor pool in May.
✨ABQ Mom Pick: Corrales Pool
Address: 500 Jones Rd, Corrales
Price: Kids-$3, Adults-$4
Features: A pool for the whole family with a playground and swim area.
✨ABQ Mom Tip: No flotation devices allowed except Coast Guard-approved life jackets.
East San Jose Pool
Address: 2015 Galena St SE
Price: $0.25-$1.50
Features: A 25-yard shallow pool
✨ABQ Mom Pick: Eisenhower Pool
Address: 11001 Camero NE
Price: $1–$3
Features: A shallow 25-yard pool with one water slide and a wading pool, plus a grassy area and a few picnic tables
Haynes Pool
Address: 2006 Grande Blvd SE, Rio Rancho
Price: $3-$4
Features: Pool, basketball hoop, and spray feature
✨ABQ Mom Pick: Los Padillas Aquatic Center
Address: 2141 Los Padillas Rd
Price: $2–$4.25
Features: A zero-entry pool, slide and spray features, plus a neat playground and grassy area
Montgomery Pool
Address: 5301 Palo Duro NE
Price: $1-$3
Features: A shallow 25-yard pool, one water slide, and a wading pool
Paradise Hills Pool
Address: 5901 Paradise Blvd NW
Price: $2–$4.25
Features: A slide and pool, great place for elementary kids or older
Rainbow Pool
Address: 301 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho
Price: $3–$4
Features: A slide, spray creatures, and lots of grass for a post-swim picnic
Rio Grande Pool
Address: 1410 Iron Ave SW
Price: $1-$3
Features: A 25-yard shallow pool and a wading pool
Sierra Vista Pool
Address: 5001 Montaño NW
Price: $1–$3
Features: A 25-meter-long pool, two tower slides, and a wading pool
✨ABQ Mom Pick: South Valley Aquatic Center
Address: 3912 Isleta Blvd SW
Price: $2–$4.25
Features: A pool and incredible water playground, plus lots of shaded tables
Sunport Pool (CLOSED)
Address: 2033 Columbia Dr SE
Price: $1–$3
✨ABQ Mom Tip: Currently closed for structural repairs. Anticipated reopening in 2027.
Wilson Pool
Address: 6000 Anderson Ave SE
Price: $1–$3
Features: A 25-yard shallow pool, water slide, and splash pad
Indoor Pools
Betsy Patterson Pool (Sandia Pool)
Address: 7801 Candelaria Rd NE
Price: $1–$3
Features: At Sandia High School, this 25-meter indoor swimming pool is best for lap swimmers
Highland Pool
Address: 400 Jackson St SE
Price: $1–$3
Features: A 25-meter by 25-yard swimming pool with a 3-meter and 1-meter diving board and an outdoor wading pool
Los Altos Pool
Address: 10100 Lomas Blvd NE
Price: $1–$3
Features: A 25-meter pool, best for lap swimmers
Rio Grande Indoor Pool
Address: 2312 Arenal Rd SW
Price: $2–$4.25
Features: South Valley pool with two pool areas and a water slide, doesn’t have a wading area or zero-entry, so it’s a great choice for elementary school-age kids or older
✨ABQ Mom Pick: Rio Rancho Aquatic Center
Address: 745 Loma Colorado Blvd NE, Rio Rancho
Price: $3–$4
Features: A great choice for families, this Rio Rancho pool has lap lanes, slides, and spray features
✨ABQ Mom Tip: No flotation devices allowed.
Valley Pool
Address: 1505 Candelaria Rd NW
Price: $1–$3
Features: A 25-yard swimming pool with two 1-meter diving boards and an outdoor wading pool
✨ABQ Mom Pick: West Mesa Aquatic Center
Address: 6705 Fortuna NW
Price: $1–$3
Features: Amazing indoor and outdoor aquatic center with slides, zero-entry pools, spray features, and a water playground for tots
✨ABQ Mom Tip: Check out our reel exploring the West Mesa Aquatic Center!
