Leonard Park Aquatic Center
Aquatic Center · Swimming Pool · Water Recreation · Family Activity · Seasonal Attraction
1000 W California St, Gainesville, TX 76240
About Leonard Park Aquatic Center
Leonard Park Aquatic Center is Gainesville's seasonal municipal swimming and water-recreation facility inside Leonard Park. The approximately two-million-gallon aquatic center gives families a substantial summer alternative to a basic neighborhood pool, with an 18-foot water slide, drop slide, diving board, zero-entry area with children's play features, an approximately 8-foot climbing wall and deck areas for relaxing between swims. Gainesville Parks & Recreation also uses the center for swimming instruction, water aerobics, birthday and cabana rentals, private pool parties and special community programming. The aquatic center shares Leonard Park with Frank Buck Zoo and other recreation facilities, making the park a strong multi-activity Gainesville destination. The current 2026 public swim schedule is daily from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM during the operating season.
Hours
- Monday
- 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Friday
- 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM–6:00 PM
These are the City of Gainesville's current 2026 general swimming hours during the aquatic center's operating season. The 2026 season opened May 23. A definitive 2026 closing date is not currently published on the main aquatics page, so visitors making a late-season trip should verify that the pool remains open. Special programs and private rentals may operate outside general-swim hours.
Related places
Related businesses and venues
- Frank Buck Zoo — Separate visitor attraction located in the same Leonard Park complex at 1000 W California St.