Bowers Mansion Pool
Bowers Pool is closed for the 2024 season! 
Bowers Mansion Pool is located within Bowers Mansion Regional Park next to the historic Bowers Mansion, and is the only pool managed by Washoe County Regional Parks and Open Space. This distinctive "Z" shaped, 44 meter, heated outdoor pool includes: easy entry ladders, an ADA-compliant ramp and a hydraulic lift.
Thanks to a donation of more than $530,000 from the William N. Pennington Foundation, the main pool was replastered, a new diving board was added, and an ADA-compliant ramp was installed into the pool. The pool was also remodeled to add more area in the shallow section to accommodate children and those learning to swim. In addition, the wading pool was removed to make way for a new splash pad.
Pool Schedule
We are currently closed for the 2024 season.
Bowers Pool is open seasonally from Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day weekend. The pool will be open daily during the Washoe County School District summer break, and weekends only before and after that. Hours are generally 11:30am -5:30pm, but please check back before the 2025 season for updates.
Park Updates
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT AIR QUALITY CLOSURES: Washoe County Aquatics Facilities (Bowers Mansion Pool, Melia Gaspari Water Play Park, and North Valleys Water Splash Park) will close in the event that the air quality reaches the red zone or above (151+) according to AirNow.gov.
Daily Admission Fees
Infants (2 & under) - Free
Youth (ages 3-17) - $5
Adults (ages 18+) - $6
Seniors (ages 62+) - $5
Pool Rules
- All children ages 6 and under MUST be accompanied by a participating adult.
- Children 14 and under need to have a parent or guardian on the pool deck.
- No refunds due to inclement weather.
- Swimsuits mandatory for all participants.
- No diapers allowed, except specialized swim diapers. Swim diapers are available for purchase and must be worn with a bathing suit.
- Food and drink are allowed in designated areas only. Absolutely NO glass or alcohol allowed.
- You are also encouraged to bring a picnic and enjoy the many first-come/first-served picnic tables throughout the park. There are prepackaged concessions available during pool hours only.
Swim Lessons
We are offering two sessions of swim lessons in 2024, one beginning July 8 and one beginning July 22. They are offered weekday mornings for two weeks, Monday thru Thursday. "Learn to Swim" are 45 minute sessions for 6 year old and older, and "Tiny Tots" are 30 minutes sessions for 3-5 year olds.
To register for swim lessons, please visit the swim lessons webpage.
Reservable Party Pavilions
The Bowers Mansion pool expansion project has been completed thanks to a grant from the William N. Pennington Foundation. We now have two reservable party pavilions.
- Pavilion capacity: 32
- Pavilions are $85 each for 2 1/2 hours plus per person admission fees
- Each pavilion will be reservable from 11:30am-2:00pm or 2:30pm-5:00pm
- To reserve space, please contact Park Reservations at (775) 823-6501 or email reserveparks@washoecounty.gov
Contact Information:
Off Season Information: (775) 328-2120
Bowers Mansion Pool: (775) 849-0644
Park Reservations: (775) 823-6501, reserveparks@washoecounty.gov