McDowell County Parks and Recreation

McDowell County Parks and Recreation Welcome to the official McDowell County Parks and Recreation page. Register for Youth Programs:
https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/mcdowellcounty

Know Before You Go! The Marion and Old Fort pools are preparing to open for the summer! Please see below for important i...
05/29/2026

Know Before You Go! The Marion and Old Fort pools are preparing to open for the summer! Please see below for important information about the 2026 Pool Season!

Admission:
Adult - $4.00
Student (Ages 5-17) - $3.00
Child (4 and under) - $2.00
Senior (65 and older) - $2.00
Lap Swim & Sensory Swim - $2.00
CASH ONLY, EXACT CHANGE IS PREFERRED

Marion Pool - Opens June 6th
Mondays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Tuesdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM | Lap Swim 10:00 to 11:30 AM
Wednesdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Thursdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM | Lap Swim 10:00 to 11:30 AM
Fridays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Saturdays - 11:00 to 5:00 PM
Sundays - 1:00 to 5:00 PM

Old Fort Pool - Opens June 9th
Mondays - Closed
Tuesdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Wednesdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Thursdays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Fridays - 12:00 to 5:00 PM
Saturdays - 11:00 to 5:00 PM
Sundays - 1:00 to 5:00 PM

** Hours are subject to change based on the Mariners Swim Team practice schedule. An expanded swim schedule will be offered at the conclusion of their season. **

Important Information
- Horseplay of any kind at the pool is strictly prohibited.
- An adult MUST accompany swimmers 16 and under.
- An adult MUST be in the water with any child who is five or younger.
- Floats and inflatables are not allowed in the pool.
-Floatation devices may be worn if securely fastened to the body. An adult MUST actively supervise children wearing floatation devices.
- Canopy Tents or large umbrellas are not permitted on the pool deck. Foldable chairs with integrated canopies are permitted. Small personal umbrellas are permitted if secured to the chair.
- Pool Furniture is first-come, first-served. We encourage patrons to bring their own foldable chairs!
- No smoking, va**ng, or use of to***co products at the pool. No glass or alcoholic beverages are permitted at the pool. Possession of alcohol or drugs is prohibited; anyone suspected of being under the influence will be asked to leave the facility.
- Swim diapers or rubber pants are required for children not toilet-trained.
- Pets are not permitted at the pool. Service Animals are allowed.
- No music devices are allowed at the pool.
- If lightning is within seven miles, the pool deck will be cleared. The pool will reopen 30 minutes after lightning has left the area.

Did you know that McDowell County Parks and Recreation operates the beautiful Black Bear Campground & Park? Check out th...
05/28/2026

Did you know that McDowell County Parks and Recreation operates the beautiful Black Bear Campground & Park? Check out the day-use area for a day of family fun filled with fishing, hiking, and picnicking! Or stay a while at one of our 30+ campsites! See more at https://blackbearcampgroundandpark.com!

The Marion Pool will open on June 6th at 11:00 AM. The Old Fort Pool will open on June 9th at 12:00 PM. A full schedule ...
05/27/2026

The Marion Pool will open on June 6th at 11:00 AM. The Old Fort Pool will open on June 9th at 12:00 PM. A full schedule along with important information regarding Pool Season 2026 will be posted on Friday!

05/21/2026

The Gym will close today at 12:30.

05/19/2026

The Gym will be closing Today and Thursday at 12.

05/14/2026

The Gym will be closed today from 9 to 12 for Senior games and 1 to 3 for Special Olympics.

McDowell Parks and Recreation are currently seeking certified Lifeguards for the 2026 Pool Season. We offer flexible sch...
05/07/2026

McDowell Parks and Recreation are currently seeking certified Lifeguards for the 2026 Pool Season. We offer flexible scheduling and reimbursement for certification if you are not already certified. If you are interested, please apply at the link below:
https://www.mcdowellhrportal.org/lifeguard

05/05/2026

The Gym will be closed today from 9 am to 1 pm for Senior Games.

Stop by the Recreation Center to check out some Senior Game Pickleball matches! Games run till 1:00 PM today and tomorro...
05/04/2026

Stop by the Recreation Center to check out some Senior Game Pickleball matches! Games run till 1:00 PM today and tomorrow!🥇

Address

25 Academy Street
Marion, NC
28752

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(828) 652-3001

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