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Donald B. Canham Natatorium

500 E Hoover Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, USA

14 Reviews

About

The Donald B. Canham Natatorium, located at 500 E Hoover Ave on the University of Michigan's Ann Arbor campus, is a premier aquatic facility. Opened in 1988, it serves as the home for U-M varsity swimming & diving, water polo, and synchronized swimming, in addition to hosting major competitions and supporting recreational use.

The main competition pool at the Donald B. Canham Natatorium is typically maintained at a temperature of 78-79°F (25.5-26.1°C).

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The facility features an amazing pool, suitable for practice and notably, where Michael Phelps once swam. However, it is not designed for swim meets, which is considered unfortunate for a Division 1 school. A major drawback is the locker room, described as very small and often packed, though overall, the facility is still considered great.

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GeoFS Aviation March 18th, 2019
GeoFS Aviation

Pool was amazing!!! Only bad thing was the locker room. Was very small and was packed! Overall, a great facility though.

Scott Hartmann March 17th, 2019
Scott Hartmann

Might be a great practice pool. Not designed for a swim meet though. Unfortunate for a division 1 school.

Josh E. February 13th, 2024
Josh E.

Michael Phelps used to swim here.

Eric Cordero June 22nd, 2025
Eric Cordero

Bryan Halpin January 30th, 2022
Bryan Halpin

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