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South Lake Tahoe Recreation & Aquatics Center

South Lake Tahoe New Recreation & Aquatics Center

The City of South Lake Tahoe’s new 64,000-square-foot Recreation & Aquatics Center is scheduled to open on April 18, 2026. This multi-generational facility will offer a wide range of recreation, fitness, and aquatics amenities designed for all ages and abilities. Below you’ll find our new annual pass options and day-use rates, along with a preview of our planned amenities. Details will continue to be updated as we move closer to opening.

Facility Hours*

  • Monday through Thursday
    • 6:00 am to 10:00 pm
  • Friday
    • 6:00 am to 8:00 pm
  • Saturday and Sunday
    • 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

*Please note that the pools will have different operating hours from the listed facility hours.  Please check back soon for our new pool hours. 

Planned Amenities

Explore the wide range of amenities designed to support fitness, fun, and community for all ages and abilities. 

Aquatics

  • Indoor multi-purpose pool
  • Warm water recreation and leisure pool
  • Zero-depth entry and accessible play features
  • Aquatics programming and lap swim

Fitness and Wellness

  • Cardio and strength training area
  • Free weight and functional training zone
  • Group fitness studio
  • Indoor walking/running track

Gym and Recreation

  • Multi-court gymnasium
  • Open gym and drop-in times for pickleball, basketball, and volleyball
  • Youth and adult sports programs
  • Community events and tournaments

Youth and Community Spaces

  • Dedicated youth activity area
  • Multi-purpose program rooms
  • Community meeting and rental spaces

Accessibility and Amenities

  • Fully accessible facility design
  • Family and all-gender changing rooms
  • Viewing areas and spectator seating

Indoor Rental Spaces

  • Community Room: 760 sq ft | Capacity for 39; seating for 24 | $55/hr. The community room provides a welcoming space for gatherings, presentations, and social events. It’s a great option for clubs, organizations, and families looking for a relaxed indoor venue to connect and celebrate.
  • Party Room: 608 sq ft | Capacity for 41; seating for 24 | Mondays-Thursdays: $40/hr | Fridays-Sundays: $50/hr Celebrate your special occasion in our dedicated party room, designed for birthdays, team parties, and group celebrations. This comfortable space is perfect for food, cake, gifts, and downtime between activities.
  • Meeting Room: 138 sq ft | Capacity for 10; seating for eight | $25/hr. Need a quiet space to meet? Our meeting room is ideal for small group meetings, planning sessions, trainings, or study groups in a professional, comfortable environment.
  • Dance & Fitness Studio: 776 sq ft | Capacity for 16 | $55/hr. This open, mirrored studio is perfect for dance parties, fitness classes, rehearsals, and movement-based gatherings. With room to move and a clean, modern feel, it’s a great choice for active or creative events.
  • Gymnasium: 13,053 sq ft Capacity for 1,865; bleacher seating for 288 Full gym: $250/hr | Half gym: $125/hr | Half court: $65/hr Host your next big gathering in our spacious gymnasium, perfect for tournaments, group activities, and community events. This versatile space offers plenty of room for active fun, games, and large groups in a bright, modern setting.
  • Multi-Purpose Pool: 3,430 sq ft Capacity for 69 swimmers; bleacher seating for 128 Full pool: $85/hr | Half pool: $45/hr. The Multi-Purpose Pool will be the next hot spot for swim meets, birthday parties, and a general good time in the water. The pool features six lap lanes with starting blocks, a rock-climbing wall, a one-meter diving board, and an option to add an inflatable obstacle course.
  • Recreation Pool: 2,881 sq ft Capacity for 58 swimmers | $95/hr Located directly next to the Multi-Purpose Pool, the zero-entry Recreation Pool is the perfect setting for family fun. The water-play features, current channel, and the warm water lap lanes offer opportunities for people of all abilities to splash and play.

NOTICE *All Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. This is consistent with California State Law and the California Public Risk Sharing Authority guidelines.

Visit the website here for more information

South Lake Tahoe Parks and Recreation Guide 2026

South Tahoe Parks Foundation

Venue Highlights

Both Outdoor & Indoor

Space Availability

All

Seasons Available

Additional Information

Availability

Public

Parking Available

Yes

Lockers Available

Yes

Seating Available

Yes

Meeting Spaces Available

Yes

Accommodates

Basketball, Gym, Multi-Use, Pickleball, Volleyball

South Lake Tahoe Recreation & Aquatics Center

1180 Rufus Allen Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150