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Free pool where you'll need to bring a lock and a towel.
Specific temperature records for the former Gottesman Pool are not readily available as it was a seasonal outdoor facility that has since been demolished. However, public outdoor pools in New York City are generally unheated or maintained at a refreshing ambient temperature during the summer season, typically falling within the range suitable for public swimming (e.g., around 78-82°F or 25-28°C if minimally heated, otherwise ambient).
What are people saying (AI review summary)? text: "People say this public swimming pool offers a large, clean pool and a sprinkler section for children.\n\nOther reviews mention the wait times can be long and the locker room can be small." language_code: "en-US"
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Good for Children
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Accessible Entrance
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August 28th, 2025Gisselina Yaport
My kids have been doing a swimming class this week and it's been super fun. Also one of the days I took off and stayed because it's been super light, very little ppl. Yes they have a lot of rules, very strict but once you adjust your mindset to that it is very enjoyable. I just sat in one of the lounge chairs and read my book while the kids enjoyed the pool. I took the pics from the outside since they don't allow electronics in the pool area. The pool is very nice
August 14th, 2025Megan Jasper
Highly Disappointing and terrible service. My kids (16, 16, 12, 8 all highly accomplished swimmers) were looking forward to a nice afternoon swim and were let down by the atrocious service from the “employees” here. We arrived, kids in swim suits and my husband in swim shorts. We told that we were not allowed to have our bag on the pool deck with us. I decided to wait outside. I was also not allowed in as I did not have my swimmers. My husband proceeded to enter with his shirt on and was told he was not allowed to take his light grey shirt in as it may get bleached. Pretty sure it’s not their concern if my husband’s shirt got bleached, that would be our decision. Oh but, what about the shorts/swimmers we are wearing in the pool? None of this information is on the website. The “employees” said it’s on the board at the gate but we were already there. They also have a notice of time periods. This is also not listed in the website. Clearly NYC DO NOT CARE about sun safety or the enjoyment of children. As a side note, the “employees” were quite racist towards us allowing other non white people to wear shirts inside the pool!
August 21st, 2025M Wang
Gorgeous pool in serene surroundings, located by the Harlem Meer on E 110 St. Remember to bring a good lock (they check at the entrance) and leave the food at home. Overall a calm oasis in Central Park. Note: they close from 3pm - 4pm for a break before the evening session, plan your visit accordingly. There are no privacy partitions in the showers. You can make use of the bathrooms to change if you need some privacy. Bring flip-flops/sandals. It's just a good idea for public pools. To the architect/engineers: Please put drainage between the showers and lockers. The lockers keep collecting water.
July 15th, 2025Carmen Roman
The remodeling of the pool is beautiful however I arrive at the pool about 5 o’clock and it was closed No explanation. Nothing just the staff standing around talking and life guard just sitting and launching on the chairs not sure what was going on, but they had no answer tried calling the 212 number that they have on Google and it said that number was not in service like always poor service …. nothing‘s changed as always what a waste of payroll and staff just standing around doing nothing. They need to do better.
August 7th, 2025Thomas Craven
Ideal pool for younger kids, right near the 2 and 3 subway at Central Park North (110th). It’s 3’8” deep and there are 9 lifeguards and dozens of other staff standing around. Little kids could not be safer. There’s also a fun sprinkler area. Everything is clean and new, and the park surrounding it is perfect for exploring before or after. They will check your stuff well before and after the lockers. Only hats, towels, water bottles, and books are allowed on the pool deck. Only white shirts, but they seem entirely flexible about rash guards. There are also free sunscreen pumps. The lockers are small but deep. You can squish a lot in, but if in doubt bring a second lock. The showers are warm, the water is cool but not freezing. There’s a great indoor picnic area. Be aware the pool does close 3-4 for cleaning. There’s a great walk through the tunnel arch to the waterfalls alongside the pool. Block House is up the hill in the North Woods if you’re into revolutionary war era relics.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |