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The Water Park, located within a 57 acre campus of Bohrer Park, opened in 1990 and has served approximately 1.6 million patrons; nearly 80,000 annually. This facility is used by families, summer camps, and day care providers. It provides a safe and active environment that serves as a critical outdoor recreation facility for the 60,000 Gaithersburg residents and nearby communities.
Come enjoy a summer day at the Water Park! Intended for recreational swimming, the main pool is like a dream vacation on an island resort with palm trees, multiple slides, floatable animals, and a “tumble buckets” water feature for children to enjoy. The pool also has a zero-depth entry, making it accessible to all.
A major attraction at The Water Park (for those 48" and taller) is the double water slide that is 250 feet long and twists and turns into the splash pool. For the adventuresome, the blue slide offers a breathtakingly fast ride, while the white slide offers a tamer, slower water journey. Choose the trip that suits you!
 The children's splash pool, designed for children of a height 54 inches or less, includes a custom in-water play structure with open and closed flume slides that pays homage to the state of Maryland with Black-Eyed Susan and Blue Heron play features.
There are play pieces outside the pool, plenty of shade for little ones, and a special eating area for families. For your convenience, there is even a bathroom located within the fenced area equipped with a changing station.
The locker rooms are designed to accommodate the needs of our patrons and feature child height hair dryers, baby changing stations, lower toilet facilities, a family changing room and all traditional amenities.
Your day at the park is not limited to the water and sun! Enjoy our playground, picnic tables, and a snack bar managed by Boardwalk Fries. You'll also find high back sand chairs and chaise lounges spread throughout the park. And when you need to get out of the sun, there's plenty of shaded areas.
The Gaithersburg Water Park prides itself on providing a safe and pleasant environment for its patrons; one visit and you’ll want to come back for more. City Residents and NonResidents have the option of either paying a daily admission fee or purchasing a summer membership (family, individual, senior, or two-person) at substantial savings.
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The 2013 hours for public swim are as follows:
Pre-Season:
Begins Saturday, May 25; Ends Friday, June 7
Weekends & Memorial Day: Noon - 6 p.m.
Weekdays (May 28 - 30): POOL CLOSED
Water Safety Day Event (May 31) 3:30 - 7 p.m.
Weekdays (June 3 - 7): 3 - 7 p.m.
Summer Season:
Begins Saturday., June 8; Ends Sunday, August 25
Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays: 11 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Special Date (Aug. 24) 11a.m. - 3:30 p.m. .
Post-Season:
Begins Monday, August 26 ; Ends Monday, September 2
Weekdays (Aug. 26 - 30): POOL CLOSED
Weekend (Aug. 31 & Sept. 1): 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Labor Day (Sept. 2): 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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2013 Weekday
Admission |
2013 Weekend and
Holiday Admission |
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Residents* |
Non-Res |
Residents* |
Non-Res |
All Ages
(ages 3 and above) |
$5.75 |
$6.75 |
$5.75 |
$8.00 |
Putt-n-Pool Pass |
$9.25 |
$10.25 |
$9.25 |
$12.00 |
Twilight Discount of .50 off (per person) for admissions purchased after 5:30 p.m.
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*Proof of residency is required at the front desk for
City residents to receive the discount.
City Residents - Please have ID ready |
In the event of electrical storms, severe weather, or mechanical difficulties the slide or pool may be closed for safety purposes. As soon as the event passes, the facilities will reopen. Announcements will be made to keep you informed and provide you with detailed information. The facility will not open when temperatures are below 70 degrees. |
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Be "In the Know"...
The City of Gaithersburg Aquatics Division emails a quarterly newsletter to pool users who want to be alerted of new program schedules, registration dates, and schedule changes.
To sign up for this service, contact the Aquatics Division at aquatics@gaithersburgmd.gov and request to be added to our list. |
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