The Dalles Aquatic Center

602 W 2nd St, The Dalles, OR 97058

(541) 298-2020

Program Schedules | 2025


Aquatics Rules & Policies

Daily Admission | 2025

Out-of-District Pricing

Youth (Ages 3-17) | $7.00
Adult (Ages 18-64) | $8.00
Senior (Ages 65+) | $7.50

In-District Pricing*

Youth (Ages 3-17) | $5.00
Adult (Ages 18-64) | $6.00
Senior (Ages 65+) | $5.50

* - Swimmers will receive the In-District resident discount of $2.00 after showing official identification with proof of residency within the Park District boundary.

Season Pass | 2025

Out-of-District Pricing

Youth (Ages 3-17) | $140.00
Adult (Ages 18-64) | $175.00
Senior (Ages 65+) | $140.00
Family* | $240.00

In-District Pricing**

Youth (Ages 3-17) | $115.00
Adult (Ages 18-64) | $145.00
Senior (Ages 65+) | $115.00
Family* | $200.00

* - Family membership is two adults and up to four children under age 18 living in the same house hold (up to 6 individuals total) (additional children under age 18 may be added at a rate of $20.00 per additional child).

** - Families will receive the In-District resident discount after showing official identification with proof of residency within the Park District boundary.

Purchase Your Season Pass Online

  1. Log-in to your DaySmart Recreation account

    1. Create a user account in our DaySmart Recreation Software platform, or log-in to your existing account.

      1. You can create a user account HERE.

      2. When purchasing a family pool season pass, you will need to add all swimmers that you want on the pass to your DaySmart user account.

      3. All user accounts must have a valid physical address, email address, and date of birth.

  2. Select your pass and proceed to checkout

    1. Log-in to your user account, make sure “Location” is set to “Aquatic Center,” and select the desired season pass membership option. For family passes, add the desired family members to the pass.

    2. Proceed to checkout and make the payment.

  3. Photograph Identification

    1. Upon first arrival to the aquatic center, every individual on the pool season pass must consent to having their photograph taken and stored in our registration software. The photographs will be used used to verify identity when checking in swimmers throughout the season. Users in violation of this policy will have their season pass cancelled and will forfeit any fees paid to the District.

Please note that one family pool season pass covers admission for two adults and up to four children under 18 residing at the same address (6 individuals total). If you would like to add additional children to your family pool pass, please contact the District office. There is an additional fee of $20 for each additional child that is added to a family pool season pass.

Pool Program Schedules | 2025

Open Swim

About Open Swim

Swimming and diving areas are open to all ages during open swim. Enjoy 140 feet of water slide fun, deep water aqua-climbing wall, and diving board! 

Open Swim Schedule | June 16 - August 31

  • Mon, Wed, Fri | 1 PM - 5 PM

  • Mon, Wed, Fri | 6 PM - 8 PM

  • Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | 1 PM - 6 PM

Open Swim Schedule | September 1 - September 14

  • Saturday & Sunday | 1 PM - 5PM

The Dalles Swim Team

About The Dalles Swim Team

The Dalles Swim Team (TDST) is a USA Swimming affiliated swim team serving youth ages 4-18 years old.

For additional information about The Dalles Swim Team visit their team website.

Lap Swim

About Lap Swim

For those of all skills and abilities who wish to swim laps to improve or maintain fitness and health. Swim at your own pace or enjoy camaraderie of working-out with others. Long course lap swim (50-meters) and short course lap swim (20-yards) times are identified below.

Lap swim Schedule | June 16 - August 31

  • Monday - Friday | 10 AM - 12:30 PM (Long Course)

  • Mon, Wed, Fri | 1 PM - 5PM & 6 PM - 8 PM (Short Course)

  • Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | 1 PM - 6 PM (Short Course)

Lap Swim Schedule | September 1 - September 14

  • Saturday & Sunday | 1 PM - 5PM (short course)

District Swim Lessons

About District Swim Lessons

Swim lessons are offered for youth ages 6 months to 12 years old. Each session of swim lessons runs for two weeks, with 30-minute classes held Monday through Friday.

For additional information about swim lessons, visit the Swim Lesson Page.

Important Dates & Schedule Changes

May 24, 2025 | First Day of the Pool Season

  • The pool opens for the 2025 Season on Saturday, May 24 at 1 PM.

September 14, 2025 | Last Day of the Pool Season

  • The pool will close for the season on Sunday, August 31 at 5 PM.

Aquatics Rules & Policies

General Rules and Policies

  • Anyone with a fever, infection, open wound, rash, or any other contagious condition, should not swim.

  • To ensure the safety of yourself and others, pool users are expected to comply with all posted pool rules and all directions provided by aquatic center staff.

  • During Open Swim events, non-swimmers and children under 48 inches in height must have a parent or guardian in the water within arms reach at all times.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICIES

  • The Northern Wasco County Aquatic Center reserves the right to cancel a class at any time due to an insufficient number of participants. Credits and/or refunds will be issued.

  • Classes may be combined in order to better accommodate participants.

  • Requests to drop or change classes must be made 48 hours in advance to receive credit towards future programs.

  • Credits or refunds will not be issued due to improper placement, illness, or absence.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

  • The Northern Wasco County Aquatic Center may close at staff's discretion for unsafe conditions at any time.