Cool off in the summer heat at QC pools

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Sunny, summer days are made for hitting the pool, and the Quad Cities has many options for you. Cool off with a day of fun at these water-filled locations!

Whitewater Junction

Whitewater Junction – Whitewater Junction has long been considered the jungle gym of Quad Cities. Since its opening in 2003, Whitewater Junction has been the favorite among Quad Cities residents. As a child, I enjoyed spending time with my friends and family at the local pool, with its tube-ride slides and deep-water dive slides. Join in the water park fun at the Rock Island swimming pool 12PM-6PM. Daily admissions are as follows: Adult (Ages 12+): $10, Child (Ages 3-11): $7, 2 and under free with paid adult. You can see the other swimming packages here. For more information please contact the pool at 309-732-7946.

Scott County Pool - You don’t have to be located in the metro QC to splash in a pool or sprinkler this summer. Scott County Pool is conveniently located in Eldridge, IA, among the Scott Country Park area. Equipped with a heated “Olympic-size” swimming pool, a beach, water slides, baby pools, spray pads and more. See admission prices here.

Scott County Pool

YMCA Water Park at The Landing – Equipped with diving boards, water slides and a lazy river, this Bettendorf water park is filled with fun for everyone from children to adults. Monday-Friday 1PM-6PM, weekends 12PM-6PM, Holidays 12PM-5PM. Admission is an $8 day pass fee or YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley membership. For more information, please visit the city website here.

Riverside Riverslide – This summer, spend some time relaxing at Riverside Riverslide. Located in central Moline, it is easy access on a warm summer afternoon, so get ready and lounge poolside. Hours vary throughout the summer. Typical admission price is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 3. Make sure to follow them on Facebook to get the latest. Check out the website here.

Davenport Pools - Annie Wittenmyer Aquatic Center & Fejervary Pool will both offer a hybrid public swim and lap swim schedule. Lap swimming/water walking (18 & over) will be from 12-1 PM and 7-8 PM while public swimming will be from 1-7 PM. Lap Swim/Water Walking (18 & over) = $2.00. Public Swim (2 & over) = $5.00 Public Swim Infants (1 & younger) = Free. Click here for more info.

DeWitt Aquatic Center — Small town charm is the name of the game with the DeWitt Aquatic Center. Only minutes away from the delicacy of a small town ice cream shop, and equipped with slides and includes lap times, pools, diving board, child-friendly play areas, and so much more. Check out the website for hours and fees.

Schweibert Park

Got a toddler who isn’t quite ready for the pool? Or some kiddos who love splashing around? Try these splash pads and spraygrounds.

Schwiebert Riverfront Park, Rock Island - If the kids choose not to play in the water, you can always take them to the park next to the sprinklers.

Lincoln Park Splash Pad, Bettendorf - Surrounded by grass and trees, you can spread out a blanket to sit on while the littles play in the water.

Bass Street Landing, Moline - This 'fountain' has plenty of water sprays for kids to play in and it's surrounded by benches for the adults.

Davenport - Davenport has four locations are free and open to the public 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. seven days a week (weather permitting) through Labor Day.