Albemarle Road Recreation Center
Albemarle Road Recreation Center is a public swimming pool in Charlotte, North Carolina.
| Address | 5027 Idlewild Rd N, Charlotte, NC 28227, USA |
| Rating | 4.3★ (124 Google reviews) |
| Phone | (980) 314-1101 |
| Type | public |
Best for: ["families", "casual recreation", "fitness swimmers", "summer cooldown"]
About Albemarle Road Recreation Center
It looks like the Albemarle Road Recreation Center in Charlotte gets a decent rating, a 4.3 out of 5 from 124 reviews. That's a good sign for a public pool, especially in a city with almost 900,000 people. They've got pretty consistent hours during the week, usually closing around 8:30 PM, but they cut off earlier on Fridays and weekends. Sunday they're only open for a few hours, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. If you're planning to go, it's probably worth checking their website or calling (980) 314-1101 to make sure they're open when you want to swim. It's a city pool, so I usually expect a pretty relaxed vibe.
What are Albemarle Road Recreation Center's hours?
Albemarle Road Recreation Center posts these weekly hours. Call ahead to confirm holiday and seasonal changes.
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 – 5:00 PM |
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours for the pool?
General hours are 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM Monday through Thursday. Friday they close at 6:00 PM, Saturday at 5:00 PM, and Sunday it's 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. I'd call (980) 314-1101 just to double-check since things can change.
Is this a good pool for kids and families?
With it being a recreation center and a public pool, it's generally set up well for families. I'd expect family-friendly amenities. Check their website or call (980) 314-1101 for specific programs or sections for kids.
Are there other public pools in Charlotte I could use?
Charlotte, NC is a large city, so there are definitely other public pools and recreation centers. You can usually find a list on the Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation website, or give them a call for more options.
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