Pools & Splash Pads
Pools
The City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department operates 2 municipal swimming pools between June and August.
2026 Dates: Monday, June 1-Sunday, August 16, 2026
Pool Hours
Erickson Pool Hours
Monday–Thursday
- 11 a.m.–12:45 p.m.: Swim Lessons
- 1 p.m.–7 p.m.: Open Swim
- 7 p.m.–8 p.m.: Senior Open, Swim/Aqua Fitness/Log Rolling
Friday–Sunday
- 1 p.m.–7 p.m.: Open Swim
- 7 p.m.–8:45 p.m.: Pool Reservation
Veterans Memorial Pool Hours
Monday–Thursday
- 11 a.m.–12:45 p.m.: Swim Lessons / Lap Swim
- 1 p.m.–5 p.m.: Open Swim
- 5:30 p.m.–7:15 p.m.: Swim Lessons
Friday–Sunday
- 1 p.m.–7 p.m.: Open Swim
- 7 p.m.–8:45 p.m.: Pool Reservation
*On July 4th, all pools will close at 5 p.m.
*All pool hours are subject to change based on weather and attendance. Please call the hotlines to check pool hours if you are unsure.
General Information
Pool Admission
Admission: $5.00/person
All children 2 years of age and under are free and must wear an approved swim diaper. Diapers are available at all pools for a cost of $1.00.
Swim Lessons
Swim lessons are held throughout the summer in three semesters. Each semester includes 12 lessons. All lessons will meet Monday through Thursday. Swim lessons may be cancelled for any of the following: heavy rainfall, danger of electrical storm, and unusually cold weather. Cancellation decisions will be made approximately 15 minutes prior to the start of lessons and posted on the pool hotlines. We will not make up missed lessons and there are no refunds for missed lessons.
Swim Lesson Schedule
Semester 1: Mondays - Thursdays, June 8th - June 25th
Semester 2: Mondays - Thursdays, June 29th - July 16th
Semester 3: Mondays - Thursdays, July 20th - August 6th
| Times |
Locations |
Levels |
| 11:00am-11:45am |
Erickson Pool |
Parent Tot - Level 5 |
| 12:00pm-12:45pm |
Erickson Pool |
Parent Tot - Level 5 |
| 11:00am-11:45am |
Veterans Memorial Pool |
Level 4 |
| 12:00pm-12:45pm |
Veterans Memorial Pool |
Level 5, Level 6 |
| 5:30pm-6:15pm |
Veterans Memorial Pool |
Parent Tot - Level 3 |
| 6:30pm-7:15pm |
Veterans Memorial Pool |
Level 1 - Level 4 |
Pool Memberships
2026 Pool Membership Information
Family Memberships ($210 / $140 for City of La Crosse Resident w/ Discount). Family memberships include a maximum of 2 adult guardians and any children/step-children under the age of 18.
Single Memberships ($105 / $70 for City of La Crosse Resident w/ Discount). Individuals over the age of 18 must obtain their own membership. Babysitters, day care employees, and grandparents are not allowed on family memberships.
Download the La Crosse Parks & Recreation app and under "My Memberships" you can scan this bar code right at the pools! No membership card needed!
Punch Passes (City of La Crosse Residents Only)
- This option is for City Residents only.
- Each punch = a visit at the pool per person = $1 per person (discount from paying $5 general admission at pool).
- Customers DO NOT have to add any punches to renew old/current punch passes. It is highly recommended that they use up their current balances on any/all cards before purchasing any more. We can reprint cards if they need us to. Punches will automatically carry over without any renewal process.
- Punches will be able to be purchased at City Hall, Black River Beach Neighborhood Center, South Side Neighborhood Center, AND each of the pools.
- Download the La Crosse Parks & Recreation app and under "My Memberships" you can scan this bar code right at the pools!
- If cards need to be printed, that can only be done at City Hall and Black River Beach Neighborhood Center.
- Receipts will NOT show the number of punches left, just the number of punches that have been added in that transaction.
- Punches can be bought in increments of 5 (5, 10, 15, etc.)
- If you reprint a punch pass for someone, it may look different than previous years or have a different number. But no worries, it will all work the same.
Pool Rentals
Looking for a cool place to hold a party? Rent one of the pools for your next family gathering, company event, or night with your friends! We provide the lifeguards; you provide the food and fun! Rentals are available on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, June 5– July 26, 2026. Call (608) 789-7533 to make your reservation!
| Location |
Rental Times |
| Erickson Pool |
7 p.m.-8:45 p.m. |
| Veterans Memorial Pool |
7 p.m.-8:45 p.m. |
1-50 Attendees --- $338 / $225 for City of La Crosse Resident w/ Discount
50-100 Attendees --- $375 / $250 for City of La Crosse Resident w/ Discount
Free Admission Days at the Pools
Sunday, June 21, 2026 (Father's Day): All fathers, accompanied by their family, will receive free admission.
Saturday, July 4, 2026 (Military Appreciation Day): Any military personnel (active or retired) and their family will receive free admission as a thank you for your service!
Sunday, August 16, 2026 (Customer Appreciation Day): Everyone will receive free admission as a thank you for your continued support of the City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department's Aquatics Programs!
Splash Pads
All three splash pads are generally open from Memorial Day-Labor Day (Weather pending)
Open 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Copeland Park
Copeland Park
800 Copeland Ave
- How to Turn On: There is a button on one of the structures
- Copeland has ground sprays and splash structures.
Springbrook Park
Springbrook Park
3519 Springbrook Way
- How to Turn On: Button on ground in middle of splash pad
- Springbrook Park has ground spray only.
Poage Park
Poage Park
501 Hood St
- How to Turn On: Button on ground in middle of splash pad
- Poage Park has ground spray only.