Dow Park Pool
General Pool Information
281-478-2055
Dow Park Pool is a seasonal swimming pool open in the summer only. The projected opening date for the 2026 season is May 23, 2026. Stay tuned for updates on hours, admission, and programming as we get closer to opening day!
Hours
- Monday: CLOSED
- Tuesday - Saturday: 12 pm - 7 pm
- Sunday: 2 pm - 6 pm
Entry Fees
- Residents: $3 per person.
- All Non-Residents: $5 per person.
- Children under the age of 1 are free.
- Resident Senior Citizens: 55 and up are free.
- Season Pass:
- Residents
- Family: $100
- Individual: $50
- Non-Residents
- Family: $150
- Individual: $90
- Residents
Family Time
Tuesdays are dollar off entry at the pool from 12 - 3 pm, $1 off daily admission:
- Residents: $2
- Non-Residents: $4
Additional Information
- Dow Park Pool takes a safety break every hour. This means that we clear the pool at the 45-minute mark and resume swim at the top of the hour. Why does the Dow Park Pool have a safety break every hour?
- Safety breaks allow time (15 minutes at the end of each hour) for all patrons to take a break from swimming. This helps prevent fatigue in swimmers, provides a break for water and food and is a good reminder to use the restroom. It allows the lifeguards staff to verify that everyone is able to exit the pool safely.
- Dow Park Pool takes a safety break every hour. This means that we clear the pool at the 45-minute mark and resume swim at the top of the hour. Why does the Dow Park Pool have a safety break every hour?
- Senior swim is no longer offered before the pool opens, but we will have swim lanes available during operating hours.
- As the season approaches, updated pool rules - which will tell you what you need to bring, what you can bring, what you can wear, and more information on how to best enjoy our pool - will be provided on this page.
- Interested in renting the Dow Park Pool? Check out our rental page.
Pool Closure Dates, Contamination Policy, and Weather Policy
Calling All Lifeguards
Lifeguarding is a professionally rewarding experience, and the Aquatic Division is extremely passionate about the safety of visitors and staff at our City Pool. Being a lifeguard means you’re trusted with the lives of others, so you’ll need to be extremely responsible, attentive and patient. You will be required to attend the lifeguard certification course for the job which includes both physical challenges and a written exam to ensure you’re capable of performing the necessary duties of the job.
How to become a Deer Park Lifeguard?
1. Apply Now!
The Aquatic Division’s hiring process is simple. We are currently hiring for Lifeguards and Pool Managers. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older to be a lifeguard.
2. Set up an interview time!
Once you apply for the position, you will receive an email from Aquatic staff to set up an in-person interview time.
3. Get Trained!
The Aquatic Division takes lifeguard training and certification seriously. Training for our facility can only be obtained in-house at our facility by our instructors. The City of Deer Park Pool is an Ellis and Associates certified facility. We will hold only two certification courses for staff who are hired for our facility:
Lifeguard Certification Course
- You must be able to swim 100 meters and dive 5 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
- Be 16 years old or older
- Be willing and able to pass the certification course (taught at the Dow Park Pool)
- These are the only two certification courses offered for the summer. If you are unable to attend either, we will be unable to hire you.
If you’re interested and/or have questions before applying, please email Debra Culp at dculp@deerparktx.org