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Van Cortlandt Park

Van Cortlandt

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Located at W. 242nd St. and Broadway

Outdoor Pools

Outdoor pool hours are free and open to the public from 11:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m., with a break for pool cleaning between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. Early morning and late night adult lap swim hours are also available at select locations. The outdoor pool season begins on June 28 and ends Labor Day, September 3.

For a complete list of outdoor swim programs, including learn to swim and senior hours, please visit our Citywide Aquatics page.

Outdoor Intermediate Pool

This is an Accessible PoolDimensions: 164' x 104' x 3.6'

The outdoor pool season begins again in summer 2013. Please visit one of our city's indoor pools in the interim.

Outdoor Wading Pool

This is an Accessible PoolDimensions: 48' x 48' x 1'

The outdoor pool season begins again in summer 2013. Please visit one of our city's indoor pools in the interim.

Related Information

Pool Rules - Rules to know before using Parks swimming pools.

Swimming Programs

Learn about Parks’ free swimming programs for tots, children, teens, and adults. Call Parks’ Citywide Aquatics at (718) 760-6969 for more information.

Directions to Van Cortlandt Park

Know Before You Go

ParkVan Cortlandt Park

The comfort station and maintenance building located at W. 242nd St. and Broadway is closed. This project will reconstruct the existing District Headquarters/Comfort Station, including the rehabilitation of the building exterior and roof. Enhancements include an ADA accessible ramp, new plumbing fixtures and accessories in the public restrooms and the staff restroom. Other work includes the upgrading of the ventilation system and lighting. Please pardon our appearance.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2012

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