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Holding Park Pool

133 W Owen Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA

238 Reviews

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Clean, family-friendly spot featuring a pool, a splash pad and slides, plus a playground and picnic tables.

Specific pool temperatures for Holding Park Pool are not explicitly published on official sources. As a seasonal outdoor public pool, its temperature is typically ambient and not actively heated, fluctuating with external weather conditions.

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The facility generally receives positive feedback for its clean pools, bathrooms, and changing rooms, as well as friendly and knowledgeable staff who assist with registration and program details. Amenities like two water slides, a fenced-in splash pad, covered picnic tables, and a concession stand are appreciated, along with free strong WiFi. Many visitors note the pool is not overly crowded, allowing for easy use of slides and plenty of seating. Online registration and advance payment are standard procedures. However, some minor drawbacks include limited parking and a lack of functional drinking fountains. A recent review on opening day raised significant concerns about the pool's cleanliness (leaves, algae) and a severe shortage of lounge chairs, suggesting a decline in overall upkeep and readiness.

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Amenities

  • Good for Children
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Accessible Entrance

Reviews

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jim hill July 6th, 2025
jim hill

My first time going in a long time, it was very nice. The pool was not too crowded we were able to swim and dive, go down the slides without long waits. Plenty of places to sit or lounge. Very nice! There's a concession stand for popcorn / sodas. Bathrooms were kept up nice. Definitely going back.

Tobie Sparks July 31st, 2023
Tobie Sparks

We drove an hour to go here due to everything else near us being full and I don't regret it at all! Nice clean pool, clean bathrooms, and friendly lifeguards. Loved the fenced-in Splash Pad! Better to be safe than sorry! Ideal for parents with more than one little there trying to watch. There were lifeguards in every section. Register and pay in advance online. Had both pool chairs and covered picnic tables. Two water slides and an actual pool as well. I only had two cons. 1) I couldn't find a workable drinking fountain to fill up our water bottles so we had to buy some from the concession which were thankfully very reasonably priced. 2) I was bombarded with Flying Ants for most of my visit. Which isn't the pool's fault. It's a seasonal thing but annoying. I can't wait to visit again in future and plan to bring my 2 year old along with me :)

Angie Hartley July 2nd, 2023
Angie Hartley

I registered my kids for swimming lesson here (morning class). It is outdoor pool (4FT~12FT). The pool is always cleaned. They also have many picnic tables under the shade. Free strong WiFi, The restrooms and changing rooms are cleaned. You will have to reserve the time and pay online before you come. So far this place is good, except the limited parking spots. But you can also park at the area behind the parking spots if you come after 11 am.

Saltand Light June 20th, 2025
Saltand Light

I wish we knew about this place sooner - just 6 minutes from our home! I have nothing but GREAT to report. Starting from the staff - Mackenzie, Abby, and Erica! These ladies are knowledgeable and they are kind and patient. My phone experience with Mackenzie was pleasant - it was my first time and she did not rush me. She stayed on the phone with me for 45 mins as I tried to register my kids! My in-person experience with Abby has been great. She is very knowledgable and thorough in her work as Manager with the pools (testing and treating the water). My phone experience with Erica was very eye-opening and pleasant - I had called her with a question and she returned my call in less than 24 hours! She explained aspects of the program to me and helped me set up my kids on wait lists when I had difficulty doin this with the website. This gem of a place has been in our neck of the woods and we never knew it for the last 7 years that we lived here. I am happy to now be a part of it. A big thanks to the establishment for hiring great staff!

Special K May 25th, 2025
Special K

Opening day today! May 24th 2025. And the pool is not clean at all, Leaves and looks like mold or green alge on sides. They had months to get the pool ready. Also you might have to bring your own car to lay down, or sit...cause there is only 7 white lounge chairs for a full crowd of 200 people. Seam like this pool and upkeep is going down hill.

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Opening Hours

Sunday 1:30 PM – 4:30 AM
Monday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Tuesday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 1:30 – 4:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
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