About
Jesse Owens Pool, located at 400 S Sarnoff Dr in Tucson, AZ, is a year-round heated public swimming facility managed by Tucson Parks and Recreation. It features six 25-yard lap lanes, a 1-meter diving board, and a water slide, catering to both recreational and competitive swimmers. The facility offers various programs including swim lessons and water exercise classes, and is home to the Jesse Owens Otters swim team.
Jesse Owens Pool is one of the City of Tucson's year-round heated pools, ensuring the water is maintained at a comfortable temperature for swimming throughout the year. While an exact specific temperature is not publicly provided, it is consistently heated for user comfort.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? Overall, reviews for the pool are largely positive, with many describing it as a 'hidden gem' and praising the lifeguards and staff for being friendly, kind, helpful, and creating a safe atmosphere. Visitors frequently expressed enjoyment and intent to return. However, pool cleanliness received mixed feedback; while some found it clean and inviting, others reported issues with dirt, debris, and a lack of chlorine.
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Good for Children
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Accessible Entrance
Reviews
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June 23rd, 2025Rudy Smith
I went swimming today and the pool was so disgusting, there were dead bugs, tree leaves, and there was not chlorine in the water and the bottom was covered in dirt. There also was only kids working there and they were no help, I hoped that the pool would have been cleaned, but I was wrong I will not be going back 😡
July 29th, 2025Alexander Smith
Went here with my daughter a few times this summer (2025) and enjoyed every time I went, the pool could be a little cleaner at times but I do occasionally see the lifeguards cleaning so I don’t blame them. Every interaction with the lifeguards this summer have been pleasant and they are always kind no matter what, even when enforcing rules. Will definitely go back again. A nice little gem in the neighborhood
July 26th, 2025Kim Cool
staff is so wonderful. i feel safe at this pool 👍
June 17th, 2024Lynda Dec
Went to Jesse Owen’s pool for the first time today. What a hidden gem. The pool was great, lifeguards were friendly and helpful, the whole area was clean and inviting. We had such a wonderful time. We are going back tomorrow.
October 21st, 2024Bryanna Olson
I worked as a lifeguard at this pool. It was very fun, and amazing. The pool was clean, and the customers were all so sweet and friendly.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
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