John H. Furbee Aquatics Center
Information
The pool will reopen for the summer season on Saturday, May 25, 2024 and close Saturday, August 31, 2024.
The John H. Furbee Aquatics Center is located at 11750 Cholla Drive in Desert Hot Springs.
Temporary Hours
May 27, 2024 to June 7, 2024 & August 7, 2024 to August 31
Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturdays 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Regular Season Hours
MONDAY
6:30 am – 9:30 am (Open Lap Swim)
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Open Swim)
TUESDAY
6:30 am – 9:30 am (Open Lap Swim)
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Open Swim)
WEDNESDAY
6:30 am – 9:30 am (Open Lap Swim)
1:30 pm – 6:00 pm (Open Swim)
THURSDAY
6:30 am – 9:30 am (Open Lap Swim)
11:30 pm – 6:00 pm (Open Swim)
FRIDAY
6:30 am – 9:30 am (Open Lap Swim)
11:30 pm – 6:00 pm (Open Swim)
SATURDAY
11:00 am – 7:00 pm (Open Swim)
SUNDAY
Closed
Admission Fees
All children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years and older.
Daily Drop-in
Adult
$0.50
Youth (ages 3-17)
$0.25
Family of 4
$1.00
Swim Punch Card - 10 Visits
Adult
$5.00
Youth (ages 3-17)
$2.50
Family of 4
$10.00
Annual Summer Pass
Adult
$50.00
Youth (ages 3-17)
$50.00
Family of 4
$95.00
Pool information and policies
Open Lap Swim
Open swim is open to ages 16 and older.
Open Swim
Open swim is open to all ages.
Swim Tests
Swim Tests are required for swimmers under the age of 12 who want to swim in the deep end. We may request swim tests of anyone over the age of 12 who may appear to need additional support in the water. The swim test can consist of swimming a minimum of 25 yards of the pool demonstrating comfort in the water and strength enough to swim the entire distance without stopping. Swimmers do not need to have perfect form but must be able to demonstrate rotary breathing.
Pool Closure Due to Maximum Capacity
To ensure public safety, we may reduce attendance due to a shortage of staff or when reaching maximum capacity on hot days. We staff the facility based on a guard-to-swimmer ratio. If it is a hot day or high attendance might be expected, please call the pool ahead to check for capacity closure.
Lifejackets
Only Coast Guard-approved lifejackets are allowed for use in the pool. Children wearing lifejackets must be within arm’s reach of a parent or guardian. Anyone in a lifejacket may not swim alone or in deep water. Pool Noodles and swim toys are not allowed in the pool.
Shared Space
Classes/Programs may be in session during Lap/Recreation swim times.
Swim Diapers
Children who are not potty trained are required to wear an approved re-usable swim diaper. A diaper or a disposable swim diaper may not be worn alone. A reusable swim diaper can be worn alone or over a disposable swim diaper.
For additional information please call (760) 251-1600.