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Beat the Heat: Best Spots to Swim, Splash, and Cool Off near Lancaster

Need to cool off on a hot day near Lancaster, OH? Here's where to go!

By Alyssa Grodhaus July 17, 2024

Looking for the perfect spots near Lancaster to help your kids beat the heat? If you're unsure where to go, we've got you covered! Check out our comprehensive list of pools and other places to cool off around Lancaster on those scorching hot summer days.

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

Public pools in and near Lancaster

Tiki Pool

  • 1475 Tiki Lane, Lancaster, OH 43130 
  • $5 daily admission, $2 after 4pm, Age 2 and under are free 
  • Hours: Monday-Saturday 12pm-6pm, Sunday 1pm-6pm

Miller Pool

  • 409 N. Memorial Dr., Lancaster, OH 43130
  • $4 daily admission, $2 after 4pm, Age 2 and under are free 
  • Hours: Monday-Saturday 12pm-6pm, Sunday 1pm-6pm

Pickerington Community Pool

  • 11330 Stonecreek Dr., Pickerington, OH 43147
  • $10 daily admission, Age 2 and under are free 
  • Hours: Open daily- Open swim: 12pm-5pm, Family swim: 6pm-8pm

Village of Baltimore Pool

  • Johnson Park, 240 Summers Choice Dr., Baltimore, OH 43105
  • From pool opening until 4pm: Age 3 and under free, $7 for Ages 4-59, $4 for Ages 60 and up
  • From 4pm until closing: Age 3 and under free, $4 for Ages 4-59, $3 for Ages 60 and up
  • Hours: Open daily 12pm-7pm



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Buckeye Lake Beaches 

Fairfield Beach

  • South side of the lake
  • Beach is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Swim at your own risk. NO pets allowed. Water quality advisories can be found here: BeachGuard
  • Free
  • Swimming is allowed during daylight hours only

Crystal Beach

  • North side of the lake
  • Beach is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Swim at your own risk. NO pets allowed. Water quality advisories can be found here: BeachGuard
  • Free
  • Swimming is allowed during daylight hours only

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Make the most of summer in and around Lancaster with these great spots to stay cool and have fun!  

Know of a spot we missed? Let us know at alyssag@macaronikid.com