Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool is a public swimming pool in Bakersfield, California. Admission is Recreation swim: $4 per person..
| Address | 1000 S Owens St |
| Admission | Recreation swim: $4 per person. (verify current rates) |
| Rating | 4★ (112 Google reviews) |
| Phone | (661) 852-7430 |
| Type | Outdoor |
Best for: ["families", "casual recreation", "summer cooldown"]
About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool
If you're in Bakersfield and looking for an outdoor spot to cool off, the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool is worth checking out. It's got a pretty solid reputation, around 4 stars from over a hundred reviews, which usually means people are generally happy with it. They have lifeguards on duty, which is always good to hear, and showers so you can rinse off after. Parking is available there too. It's a city pool, so the pricing is usually straightforward and fair. In this case, it's $4 per person for recreation swim. I'd say it's designed for exactly what you'd expect from a community pool. You can find more details on the Bakersfield City website if you want to dig deeper into its schedule or anything like that.
What are Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool's hours?
Published hours aren't available for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool yet. Check current hours on Google Maps.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to swim at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool?
Recreation swim is $4 per person. There might be different rates for classes or other activities, but that's the standard entry fee.
Is the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool good for kids and families?
It's an outdoor city pool with lifeguards, so it's generally set up well for families and casual swimming. The recreation swim price is pretty standard for that too. It sounds like a good family spot.
Is there parking available at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool?
Yes, parking is listed as one of the amenities, so you should be able to find a spot when you visit the pool.
Are there other public pools in Bakersfield besides Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Pool?
Yes, Bakersfield has other city pools. You can usually find a list of all their public swimming options on the Bakersfield city's parks and recreation website.
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