Memorial Day weekend starts tomorrow + based on the forecast, we’re going to be looking for ways to cool off while we relax. Lucky for us Soda Citizens, City of Columbia outdoor pools are reopening for the season this Saturday, May 29.

We’ve put together a list of 20 pools, splash pads, lakes, and water parks in and around Columbia that are open to the public. If you haven’t quite nailed down your plans for this weekend (and want to stay cool but venture outside) take a look below for a little water inspiration. ⬇️

Pools

Drew Wellness Center, 2101 Walker Solomon Way | A competition-size, indoor pool with year-round swimming lessons, water aerobics, lap swimming, and recreational swim.

Hours: 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays, 2-6 p.m. Sundays
- Closed Memorial Day
Price: $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $3 for youth (memberships available)

Greenview Pool, 6700 David St. | A pool, waterslides, and a zero-depth splash pad.

Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays (10 a.m.-7 p.m. on opening day), 2-6 p.m. Sundays
- Closed Mondays
Price: $4 for 12+, $3 for under 12 (season passes available)

Maxcy Gregg Park, 1655 Park Circle | An Olympic-sized pool.

Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays (10 a.m.-7 p.m. on opening day), 2-6 p.m. Sundays
- Closed Fridays
Price: $4 for 12+, $3 for under 12 (season passes available)

St. Andrews Park Pool, 920 Beatty Rd. | A Richland County public pool.

Hours: 2-6 p.m. Tues.-Sat.
- Closed Sundays + Mondays
Price: Free, but you must register for a time slot

Trenholm Pool, 3900 Covenant Rd. | A Richland County public pool.

Hours: 2-6 p.m. Tues.-Sat.
- Closed Sundays + Mondays
Price: Free, but you must register for a time slot

Heathwood Park | Photo by @columbiascmomsblogs

Splash Pads + Spray Pools

Edisto Discovery Park, 1914 Wiley St.

Hours: 2-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
- Saturdays + Sundays are available by rental only
Price: Free

Emily Douglas Park, 2500 Wheat St.

Hours: 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Price: Free

Hampton Memorial Park, 117 Brandon Ave.

Price: Free

Heathwood Park, 800 Abelia Rd.

Hours: 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Price: Free

Lorick Park, 1600 Lorick Ave.

Hours: 6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Price: Free

Melrose Park, 1500 Fairview Rd.

Hours: 6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Price: Free

Melvin Park, 370 A Eptings Camp Rd., Chapin

Hours: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 12-5 p.m. Sunday
- Closed Tuesday + Thursday
Price: $3 per person (Splash Pass available)

Pinehurst Park, 2300 Pinehurst Rd.

Hours: 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Price: Free

Sims Park, 3500 Duncan St.

Hours: 2-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
- Saturdays + Sundays are available by rental only
Price: Free

St. Anna’s Park, 1315 Liberty Hill Ave.

Hours: 2-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri.
- Saturdays + Sundays are available by rental only
Price: Free

Lakes + Rivers

Dreher Island State Park, 3677 State Park Rd., Prosperity | Dreher Island State Park spans three islands totalling 348 acres and providing access to 12 miles of Lake Murray shoreline.

Hours: Dawn to dusk, daily
Price: $3 for adults, $1.50 for seniors, $1 for children (ages 6-15)
- Free for ages 5 and under

Lake Wateree State Park, 881 State Park Rd., Winnsboro | Are you ready to swim with the fishies? Lake Wateree hosts many fishing tournaments throughout the year on the 13,800 acres you can access through the state park.

Hours: Sunrise to sunset, daily
Price: $3 for adults, $1.50 for seniors, $1 for children (ages 6-15)
- Free for ages 5 and under

Sesquicentennial State Park, 9564 Two Notch Rd. | Stand up paddle boarding, peddle boat rentals, a splash pad, and more.

Hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m., daily
Price: $6 for adults, $3.75 for seniors, $3.50 for children (ages 6-15)
- Free for ages 5 and under

Water Parks

Saluda Splash, 5605 Bush River Rd. | A play area with spouts, misting circles + water cannons.

Hours: 3-6 p.m. Tue.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays, 12-5 p.m. Sundays
- Closed on Mondays
Price: $3 per person + $5 parking fee (Splash Pass available)

Waterfall Junction at Riverbanks, 500 Wildlife Pkwy. | A 25-foot cascading waterfall and splash zones, a life-size replica of T-Rex + giant tree houses.

Hours: Open during zoo hours
- Water features turn off 15 minutes prior to closing
Price: Entry included with general admission