About
Nonprofit public pool offering free lessons, plus a competitive swim team and a splash pad.
Information on the specific, maintained temperature of the pool(s) at Earl Jackson Pool is not readily available. As an outdoor, seasonal public facility, its water temperature is primarily influenced by ambient weather conditions and sun exposure, and it is not typically advertised as a heated pool.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? This public swimming pool is consistently praised as an affordable, well-run 'hidden gem' in the Wilmington/New Hanover County area. Reviewers highlight its excellent water quality, which is often described as clear and clean, possibly enhanced by a new overhead structure that reduces the need for sunscreen. The staff, including lifeguards, are friendly and professional. It's highly recommended for both adults and children, with special mention of the effective NSEA SWIM PROGRAM lessons that help kids overcome fears like going underwater. Children particularly enjoy the pool, which also offers convenient hours, staying open until 8 pm. While one review notes it can be a 'little small,' the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, making it a top recommendation.
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Good for Children
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Street Parking
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Accessible Entrance
Reviews
Listing Reviews
June 25th, 2025Meagan Claypoole
Affordable public swimming pool for adults and children. Which has been AWESOME so far this Summer 🌞. And my 8 year old son has enjoyed swimming at the pool but he loves attending the swim lessons here through NSEA SWIM PROGRAM, and I can already see progress on what he's learned and so far he's more comfortable going under water which has been a major fear of his! I would recommend to anyone in Wilmington area to come swim here . 😎😎💙🐟
April 21st, 2025Lisa Morgan McLeod
Lovely hidden gem of a pool. Very well run with great water quality. Update...2025 about to start the second summer with the structure over the pool. It's nice to not need a gallon of sunscreen just to have a nice swim and I noticed the water is cleaner than the other public pools because of it. Some complaints about not enough direct sunshine on the water but I would rather have the roof. All the lifeguards are great and the water quality is always clear and clean.
July 13th, 2025The Wanderer
Didn't even know this was here. What a gem. We had a great time. The staff is friendly. I didn't mind having to pass a swim test to swim in deep end, but I'm not sure why you would have to do it every year lol Anyway if you haven't gone you should.
July 26th, 2019Yolanda L
My girls absolutely loved this place we had went by just to see if it was open because it was so hot and to our surprise it was and it does stay open until 8 pm I let them go and splash around in the clothes they were wearing and they had a great time .. it is a little small but if you get there and there are not a lot of people you hit the jack pot! I would definitely recommend this place 💛
April 27th, 2025Amy Christine Allbright
Affordable and very pleasant. The best public swimming pool in New Hanover County & surrounding areas!
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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