Echo Park Pool in West Hempstead is among the public swimming facilities reopening for residents this summer. Credit: Corey Sipkin
Public pools across Long Island welcome residents (and sometimes, guests) to take a swim in the safety of lifeguard-staffed facilities.
Best bets for public pools
- FOR KIDS: Cantiague in Hicksville, Wantagh Park and North Woodmere Park have a water theme complex that includes slides and kiddie pools.
- FOR BEACH ACCESS: Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh is steps from the beach.
- FOR A DAY AT THE POOL: Kennedy Park in Hempstead, Montauk Downs State Park Pool and Long Beach Municipal Pool are open to all (fee).
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Town of Hempstead lifeguard Marlon Louis, assists Dylan Huete, familiarize himself with the water inside the pool at Echo Park, in West Hempstead. Credit: NewsdaY/Steve Pfost
Emma Williams of North Merrick, cools off on the waterslide at the Wantagh Park pool. Credit: Howard Schnapp
