Clarion Aquatic Center

Clarion Aquatic Center The Clarion Municipal Pool was built in 1941 as a WPA Project. In 2006, the facility was completely to 10:00 p.m.

The Clarion Municipal Pool was built in 1941 as Works Progress Administration (WPA) Project, an initiative of the New Deal toward the end of the Great Depression. The facility’s olympic-sized swimming pool opened on May 30, 1942. The facility included a 12-foot deep end with two diving boards and a high dive (which was later removed), a 25-yard 5-foot lap swimming area with 6 lanes, a 3-foot area,

and a baby pool. On opening day in 1942 it cost $7 for a family pass and daily hours were 10:00 a.m. The pool continued with few major changes through the years until 2005. In 2006 the facility was completely renovated and renamed the Clarion Aquatic Center. The community raised $384,000 in private donations and utilized Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and local option sales tax to fund the project. The old bathhouse was demolished and a new bathhouse and concessions stand was built on the north side. The east 1/3 of the pool was rebuilt to include a zero-depth entry with interactive water features. Two large slides tower above the southeast side of the pool. The five-foot lap-swimming area and 12-foot deep-end remain. The deep end features two diving boards and two drop-slides on the west end of the pool. The deck area was enlarged and the facility is includes lighting for evening events. The filtration system was replaced at that time with a new pump house being built at the same location as the previous one, near the southwest corner of the pool. The parking areas north and east of the pool were redone as well. In 2017 the 2 waterslides were refurbished, making them feel like new, and a new heater was installed. In 2020, the 5-foot area got the addition of a rock climbing wall on the south side and a basketball hoop on the north side.

June 4thDue to weather the Clarion Pool will be closed for rest of the day today.
06/04/2026

June 4th
Due to weather the Clarion Pool will be closed for rest of the day today.

Opening Day 2026!Lap Swim 12-1Open Swim 1-7
06/01/2026

Opening Day 2026!
Lap Swim 12-1
Open Swim 1-7

Clarion Pool is hosting a lifeguard training. If you're interested in becoming a lifeguard contact Scott Simmons ssimmon...
05/14/2026

Clarion Pool is hosting a lifeguard training. If you're interested in becoming a lifeguard contact Scott Simmons [email protected] or City Hall in Clarion for application.

City of Clarion Full Lifeguard Training - 2026
Event Location: Clarion Outdoor Pool

Tentative Schedule:
Wednesday, May 27: 10 am - 7pm
Thursday, May 28: 8am - 5pm
Friday, May 29: 8am - 5pm

Any questions please contact Scott Simmons @ [email protected]

City crews will begin filling the pool next week. Opening day is tentatively set for June 1st, 2026If you are looking f...
05/12/2026

City crews will begin filling the pool next week.

Opening day is tentatively set for June 1st, 2026

If you are looking for a summer job that works around your summer activities now is the time to pick up your application.

Pool passes can be purchased at city hall (year-round) or at the Aquatic Center (once open). Prices are the same as the last few years.

We are looking forward to the 2026 season at the Clarion Aquatic Center. Looking for a summer job with a flexible schedu...
03/11/2026

We are looking forward to the 2026 season at the Clarion Aquatic Center.

Looking for a summer job with a flexible schedule? Accepting applications for:
• Head Lifeguards
• Certified Lifeguards (Minimum 15 years of age)
• Concession Stand Personal (Minimum 14 years of age at time pool opens)
Lifeguards must have certified lifeguard certification, CPR/AED and First Aid from the American Red Cross.
Concession Stand Personal must be able to make and count back money to customer.

To continue to have the Aquatic Center run safely and efficiently we like to have plenty of staff on hand, stop in a pickup your application today -
Applications can be obtained from City Hall: in the entryway (open 24/7) or in office during business hours: Monday - Friday 7am - 4 pm or through the city’s website https://www.clarioniowa.gov under tabs: City Services/Departments, Recreation, Aquatic Center.
Any questions please contact:
Scott Simmons @ [email protected]

12/03/2025

Need an idea for a child/ren or family for Christmas? Purchase a 2026 Clarion Aquatic Center season pool pass at city hall.

$60- 55 years of age or older
$65- Single Pass
$140.00- Family Pass -IMMEDIATE FAMILY ONLY
Members must all live in the same dwelling (Parents, child/ren & ONLY 1 babysitter can be added to pass.)

Checks can be made out to City of Clarion or Clarion Aquatic Center.

* Credit cards accepted at City Hall - a service fee is applied to the transaction.

Check this out! Lifeguard Logan Torsell getting it done! 8th place finish! Congrats Logan keep working hard!
09/17/2025

Check this out! Lifeguard Logan Torsell getting it done! 8th place finish! Congrats Logan keep working hard!

We had great year at the Clarion Pool! Thanks to our pool Manager Katrina, Certified Pool Operators Adam and Brady and t...
08/13/2025

We had great year at the Clarion Pool! Thanks to our pool Manager Katrina, Certified Pool Operators Adam and Brady and to all our lifeguards and concession stand workers.

Weather is going to be great for the last day, come enjoy and relax before the hustle begin for getting back into the sc...
08/08/2025

Weather is going to be great for the last day, come enjoy and relax before the hustle begin for getting back into the school routine.

08/04/2025

Enjoy the last day of the pool being open for the season and then come over and grab some supper with us. Thanks to all the lifeguards/other pool employees who helped keep everyone safe this summer!

Address

618 5th Street NE
Clarion, IA
50525

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 7pm
Tuesday 1pm - 7pm
Wednesday 1pm - 7pm
Thursday 1pm - 7pm
Friday 1pm - 7pm
Saturday 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1pm - 7pm

Telephone

+15155322601

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