Highlands Recreation Center

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Highlands Recreation Center, located at 1851 Lexington Ave, San Mateo, CA, is a comprehensive community facility. It features a gymnasium, exercise room, recreation classrooms, a preschool, outdoor tennis courts, a swimming pool facility (including a main pool and a wading pool), two playgrounds, a baseball field, and a picnic area.

The main swimming pool at the Highlands Recreation Center is maintained at 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the wading pool is kept at a warmer 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What are people saying (AI review summary)? The reviews consistently praise the Highlands Rec Center for its excellent and accommodating staff, who are described as nice, easy to work with, informative, and catering to all, including the disabled. The rental spaces, particularly the gym, are highlighted as great for parties and various activities, ensuring guests have a wonderful time. Many reviewers recommend it for family events and summer activities like swim lessons, with one calling it a 'little gem' in the Belmont area.

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July 16th, 2018

K Paopao

Had a surprise birthday for my daughter. Just wanted to say that Jeff and staff were very nice and easy to work with, he made sure I was happy and comfortable with rental place. We had our party inside the gym and you can do a lot in that room. My daughter and guessed all had a great time.😁

February 15th, 2024

Lynda Alhorn

Very awesome staff catering to all; including the disabled. Customer service staff at the front desk could not b more informative. Hugs to the Highland’s Rec Centet!

March 3rd, 2016

Bean

I love it here I used to do swim lessons and it was amazing the coach was so nice. I'm hoping to start again soon. Great place for the summer to!!!

November 19th, 2018

MJ

Location, rental space, and most importantly staff are great! definitely recommend to anyone looking for a space for a family party.

April 30th, 2022

Jakub Kociński

What a little gem in the Belmont area.

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Opening Hours

Sunday	Closed
Monday	9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Tuesday	9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Wednesday	9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday	9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday	Closed

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