I’d planned to do some splashing at the Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center pool, but the summer somehow got away from me. Luckily, the center is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. So we still have time for some water play. Even after the summer is over, there is a playground nearby which provide a place for active kids to get outdoors.
Location: The Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center is off of Glenwood at Golf – in Aliso Viejo. Option #1: From Interstate 405, exit at Irvine Center Drive and go west towards the ocean. It will turn into Moulton Parkway and you can turn right onto Glenwood. (Option #2: You can also exit at El Toro and turn left onto Moulton for the right into Glenwood.) From Glenwood, take a right onto Golf and into the Glenwood at Aliso Viejo development. Option #3 would be to take the 73 Tollroad, exit at Glenwood and head down the hill, making a left onto Golf after crossing Aliso Creek Road. Once inside the development, drive straight ahead toward the fountain roundabout and park in the large lot. (Address: 29 Santa Barbara Drive, Aliso Viejo) MAP TO THE ALISO VIEJO AQUATIC CENTER POOL
Special note: The Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center is open to the public, but residents of the City of Aliso Viejo receive special privileges not available to the public. For instance,
- city residents pay $2 less than non-residents for daily admission.
- only residents may reserve the pool for parties.
- only residents may purchase season passes.
Pool
- 25-meter pool
- Recreation pool
- Splash pad
- Toddler wading pool
- The Oasis Cafe (snack bar)
- Locker room facility for use by Aquatic Center guests
- Swim lessons by Swim Venture
- Party reservations for residents only
- The City of Aliso Viejo has a comprehensive web page with hours of operation, activities, and amenities
The playground near the entrance to this community is PRIVATE. According to an HOA member and resident, the smaller playground near the pool is a public city park (see photo below).
Checklist:
- Admission to the Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center for residents is $5 for adults and $3 for children. Non-residents pay $2 more. (For my family that would be a $24 investment.) So plan to stay all day when you go!
- Parking is free in the large lot outside the pool
- NO restrooms outside the pool facility
- Again, consult the AV website for calendars and hours. Limited weekend schedule begins in September.
- Link to Just Spotted’s list of Splash Pads and Pools.
- My local list of water play opportunities.
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