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Lackman Pool is a public outdoor swimming facility located at 1165 Bartlett St, Philadelphia, PA 19115. Operated by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, it serves as a community resource for recreational swimming during the summer months.
As a public outdoor pool in Philadelphia, Lackman Pool is typically unheated. Its water temperature naturally fluctuates with ambient weather conditions, generally offering a cool and refreshing experience during the summer season. Specific real-time temperature data is not usually published.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? This pool generally receives positive reviews for its cleanliness, varied depths, and kid-friendly amenities like a playground and water fountains. Patrons appreciate the friendly staff, flexible rules (allowing floats and T-shirts), extended hours, and the convenience of no ID, registration, or fee required. It's often highlighted as a good place for families to socialize. However, a major recurring complaint concerns the poor condition of the bathrooms, described as putrid, dirty, and frequently lacking toilet paper. One highly negative review expressed discriminatory views regarding the clientele and neighborhood.
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August 11th, 2025Sheryl Theisen
Nice clean pool. Nice playground and water fountains for the kids to play in on the hot days. Pool has different depths. So many kids and parents of similar age ranges so they make friends easily each time we go. Allowed floats and T-shirts, unlike other public pools. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Has later hours than most pools. No Id, registration or fee required. Really glad we found this nice, clean, fun pool. Go try it!
July 21st, 2025Chloe Then Matias
Wasn’t good, wasn’t bad just mid. The pool itself was pretty clean but the bathrooms were putrid, it smelt as if someone hand pooped in the vents and the floor was disgustingly dirty. Also there was no toilet paper which sucked. I had lots of fun though and would recommend just use the bathroom before!
July 13th, 2025Kana
Good place for children swimming pool/playground
June 24th, 2025Unknown
I really like this pool and I live very close so I am happy. 😃
June 27th, 2024Ahmed Latif
A holes. Idtos. Good for gettos. Not for others. Management have to understand this is America and it's not a getto neighborhood.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 1:00 – 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 12:00 – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 1:00 – 4:00 PM |
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