Cornell Square Park Pool (Outdoor)
Cornell Square Park Pool (Outdoor) is a public swimming pool in Chicago, Illinois.
| Address | 1809 W 50th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA |
| Rating | 4★ (30 Google reviews) |
| Phone | (312) 747-0287 |
| Type | public |
Best for: ["families", "casual recreation", "summer cooldown"]
About Cornell Square Park Pool (Outdoor)
If you're looking for an outdoor public pool in Chicago, the Cornell Square Park Pool is one option people seem to like. It's got a 4 out of 5-star rating on Google from 30 reviews, which is pretty solid for a public spot. The hours are pretty consistent during the week, usually 11 AM to 7 PM, but they close on Tuesdays. Weekends they open a bit earlier, 9 AM, and close at 5 PM. I always tell folks to call beforehand (312) 747-0287, especially public pools, because schedules can change. It's located at 1809 W 50th St, so you know where you're headed in Chicago. For a city with almost 3 million people, having these public options is important. My suggestion: check their website on the Chicago Park District site too, just to be sure everything is up to date before you go.
What are Cornell Square Park Pool (Outdoor)'s hours?
Cornell Square Park Pool (Outdoor) posts these weekly hours. Call ahead to confirm holiday and seasonal changes.
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours for Cornell Square Park Pool?
The pool is generally open 11 AM to 7 PM Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. On weekends (Saturday and Sunday), it's open 9 AM to 5 PM. It's closed all day on Tuesdays.
Is Cornell Square Park Pool good for kids and families?
It's an outdoor public pool in a city park, which often means it's set up for general recreation. While I can't say for sure, public pools are usually family-friendly. I'd call for details on specific kid-friendly features.
Are there other pools nearby if this one doesn't work out?
Chicago has a lot of public parks and pools. If this one doesn't fit your needs, I'd suggest looking at the Chicago Park District website for other outdoor public pools in the area around 1809 W 50th St.
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