Kids Feet in Swimming Pool.
The City of Las Cruces’ Aquatics Facilities have announced hours of operation for summer 2026. Summer Hours of operation will run from May 26 – July 26, 2026.

Outdoor Pools
East Mesa Pool, 6151 Reynolds Drive

Mondays and Tuesdays:
Closed
Wednesday – Friday:
One open swim session
noon – 3 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday:
Two open swim sessions
noon to 3 p.m. and 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
This schedule begins May 26.

Laabs Pool, 701 W. Picacho Avenue

Mondays and Tuesdays:
Closed
Wednesday – Friday:
One open swim session
noon – 3 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday:
Two open swim sessions:
noon to 3 p.m. and 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
This schedule begins May 26.

Las Cruces Natatorium, 1405 E. Hadley Avenue
Monday – Friday:
Lap swim 6 – 11 a.m. and 4 – 8 p.m.
Saturday:
Lap Swim 8 a.m. to noon
Sunday:
Closed
No reservations are required.

Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center, 1401 E. Hadley Avenue

Fitness Area and Gym
Monday – Friday:
Open 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday:
8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday:
Closed
Fitness swim sessions
Monday – Friday:
Open 7:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Saturday:
8 – 11:30 a.m.
Sunday:
No Fitness swim offered
Open Swim
Monday – Saturday:
Noon to 3 p.m. and 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Sunday:
Closed

Metro Verde Splash Pad, 7125 Metro Park

Friday – Sunday:
Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Metro Verde Splash Pad opens daily beginning May 23.

Plaza de Las Cruces Interactive Fountain, 101 E. Las Cruces Avenue

Open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Unidad Splash Pad, 1501 E. Hadley Avenue

Open daily 10 a.m. to sunset.
The Unidad Splash Pad will be open daily beginning May 23.
For information regarding capacities, outdoor pool alternating schedules, or other general information, please contact the Las Cruces Regional Aquatic Center at (575) 541-2782.
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