Sunset Recreation Center
Sunset Recreation Center is a public swimming pool in San Francisco, California.
| Address | 2201 Lawton St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA |
| Rating | 4.5★ (240 Google reviews) |
| Phone | (415) 242-1070 |
| Type | public |
Best for: ["lap swimmers", "casual recreation", "families", "fitness swimmers"]
About Sunset Recreation Center
It's always good to see public pools with solid ratings, and 4.5 out of 5 stars from 240 reviews for Sunset Recreation Center tells me a lot. This one's in San Francisco, on Lawton Street. Looks like a good spot if you're in the area. They don't do Sundays or Mondays, so keep that in mind when you're planning. Weekdays they're open pretty late, until 9 PM, which is nice for after-work swims. Saturdays are a shorter day, closing at 5 PM. I always say, a local rec center pool like this is a real community asset. They probably get a mix of users, from lap swimmers to families. For a city the size of San Francisco (nearly 900,000 people), having good public options is key.
What are Sunset Recreation Center's hours?
Sunset Recreation Center posts these weekly hours. Call ahead to confirm holiday and seasonal changes.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Frequently asked questions
What are Sunset Recreation Center's pool hours?
They're open Tuesday through Friday, 10 AM to 9 PM, and Saturdays from 9 AM to 5 PM. The pool is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Double check with them before you head over if it's a holiday week.
Is Sunset Recreation Center good for families and kids?
Well, it's a public recreation center, so they're generally set up for community use, which usually includes families. With a 4.5-star rating, it's likely a popular spot for locals. Check their schedule for open swim times versus lap swim sessions.
Are there other public pools in San Francisco?
Yes, San Francisco has several public pools managed by the Rec and Park Department. If Sunset doesn't work for you, check their main parks website (sfrecpark.org) for a list of other aquatic centers and their schedules.
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