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12 Places to Swim, Splash and Cool Off in & around Tuscaloosa

Need to cool off on a hot day in Tuscaloosa? Here's where to go!

By Stephanie Horton, MK Tuscaloosa Publisher June 1, 2022

Kids want to cool off, but not sure where to go in Tuscaloosa, Alabama? Here is a list of splash pads and pools in the T-town area to take kids on these hot summer days.

We advise always checking with the venue when possible before heading out as hours and availability can change due to any number of factors, ranging from weather to staffing issues.


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 Splash Pads in the Tuscaloosa Area


Palmore Splash Pad

Harrison Taylor Splash Pad

3701 Fosters Ferry Road, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
205.331.5600

What to expect: Public Restrooms with showers available.  Covered pavillion and umbrella tables available for rent. 

Dates and hours:Monday-Saturday: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. & Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Admission price: $5 per person (2 & under free)



Evans-Roshell Park

4006 20th Street NE, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
205.562.3210

What to expect: Shelter, playground, public restrooms, basketball court

Dates and hours: Call for hours

Admission price: FREE



Coaling Splash Pad

11281 Stephens Loop Road Coaling, AL

(205) 507-0200

What to expect:

Dates and hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm/ Sunday 1-5pm

Admission price: $2 a person


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Pools in Tuscaloosa Area




Bowers Pool

2101 Bowers Park Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405

205.562.3200

What to expect: Waterslides, climbing wall, public restrooms, available for rent

Dates and hours: Monday-Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m./Sunday:1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Admission price: $10 per person (3 & up) $8 for PARA members, memberships available




Freeman Pool

3001 Dragons Lane, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
205.331.5600

What to expect: Located at Freeman Park

Dates and hours:  May 28, 2022 - August 5, 2022

      Monday-Thursday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Swim to the Top Program

      Tuesday-Thursday

  • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Groups (by reservation)
    Friday
  • CLOSED
    Saturday
  • 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | FREE open swim

Admission price: Call for pricing



Faucett Center Pool

13040 Eugenia Faucett Drive, Northport , AL 35473
205.331.5600

What to expect: Indoor pool inside the Faucett Brothers Activity Center

Dates and hours: Check the schedule HERE

Admission price: $10 adult/ $5 youth (memberships available)



Bobby Miller Pool

300 Bobby Miller Parkway, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205.758.0419

What to expect: Indoor pool inside the Bobby Miller Activity Center

Dates and hours: Check the schedule HERE

Admission price: $10 adult/ $5 youth (memberships available)



Jerry Tingle Pool

21973 Hwy 216, McCalla, AL 35111
205.277.8195

What to expect: Indoor pool inside the Jerry Tingle Activity Center

Dates and hours: Check the schedule HERE

  • Monday-Friday 5am-8pm
  • Saturday 8am-8pm
  • Sunday 1pm-5pm
  • Pool closes 30 minutes before building closes

Admission price: $10 adult/ $5 youth (memberships available)




Fayette Aquatic Center

218 23rd St NE Fayette, AL 35555

(205) 932-2196

What to expect: Outdoor Pools, splash pad, lazy river, water slides

Dates and hours: Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m./Sunday from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Admission price: $12 per person



Tuscaloosa Barnyard

11453 Turner Bridge Rd. Tuscaloosa AL 35406 US

205.454.8841

What to expect: The barnyard offers a petting zoo, big bounce pillow, Charlotte's Web, plus a pool and splash pad, and more!

Dates & hours: Fully open Saturday 10am-3pm/ Limited self-play 8am-5pm Sunday-Friday

Admission: $12 per person


Lakes/ Creeks in Tuscaloosa




Lake Lurleen State Park

218 23rd St NE Fayette, AL 35555

(205) 932-2196

Website: https://www.alapark.com/lake-lurleen-state-park

What to expect: Hiking trails, camping available, beach, swimming, paddle boat rental, more

Dates and hours:  7 am - Sunset

Admission price: $4 adults/ $2 children/ memberships available



Hurricande Creek Park 

7005 Old Birmingham Hwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
205.562.3210

What to expect: Creek for swimming and fishing, hiking trails, perfect for picnics

Dates and hours: Call for hours

Admission price: FREE



Please, help us update our list.  Email or messgae us with photos of your visit or additional locations to get wet and stay cool this summer.

This article is made possible by PARA Kids.  Many of the locations mentioned in this article are PARA pools/ parks.  We are so grateful for their partnership and all they do for our community.