Aquatic pools

Listing: Accessible Pools with Hydraulic Lifts in Chicagoland

Media Type

Online Resource

Reviewed Date

Mar 7, 2023

Body

There are over 70 pools in the Chicago Park District.

A pool is considered accessible if it has an accessible path of travel to the pool and one or more of the following: zero depth entry, ramp, lift, ADA stairs.

Enjoy open swims, family swims, lap swim sessions and various classes including learn to swim, at a park pool.  The Chicago Park District manages 49 outdoor pools, 28 indoor pools and operates 14 Chicago Public School pools that offer community programs.  Indoor pools are open year-round, with the exception of some school pools which have seasonal variations to their schedule. Outdoor pools are open from mid-June through Labor Day.  Most pools have accessibility features such as ADA stairs, pool lifts, and zero depth entry.  At a few locations with pool lifts, direct wheelchair access to the pool area may still be limited.  Enjoy water fun in the parks!

Chicago Park District - Map List of Accessible Pools
https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/swimming-pools

For additional information: (312) 742-PLAY (7529)

 

This content is for informational purposes only and may not be comprehensive. Information contained does not imply an endorsement from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and does not replace the advice of a qualified healthcare professional.  See https://www.sralab.org/website-disclaimer  for further details.

© Shirley Ryan AbilityLab (formerly Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago)
Henry B. Betts LIFE Center – (312) 238-5433

 

Publication Information

Latest Updates

view all