Summer Guide to Swimming

May 19, 2026

It's going to be a hot one! Check out these places to cool down this summer.

Explore each of the attractions below to find out more information about hours, daily pass availability, and find out about guest protocols. Make a long weekend out of your swimming visit and explore our Outdoor Recreation Guide.
Baylor Beach Park

Swimming & Park Activities are open May 23-September 7, 2026 for public daily passes, season pass members, and campers 11AM-7PM.

Daily admission Monday-Thursday $17 (Ages 3 & up), $10 for Senior Citizens (60+) and FREE for 2 Years & Under. Daily admission Friday-Sunday and Holidays $19 (Ages 3 & up), $12 for Senior Citizens (60+) and FREE for 2 Years & Under.

Featuring a 2-acre swimming lake, that has a 90' tube slide, 3 kiddie slides, a small & large log rolls, buckets of fun, water fountains, and 1 & 2 meter diving boards.

More Info on Activities and Guest Protocols
Akron/​Canton Jellystone | Clearwater Park

Swimming at Clearwater Park opens May 22-September 7, 2026 for public daily passes, season pass members, and campers Daily 11AM-7PM. No public admission on holiday weekends.

Daily Admission is $19 per person and $12 for children under 30". Memberships are available for $145.

Featuring a 550,000 gallon swimming pool with a large 144' water slide, a diving board, a turtle slide, umbrella water play, playground slide, and downpour derby.

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Clay’s Park Resort Adventure Park | Jellystone Park

The Adventure Park at Clay’s Park Resort will be open daily, May 22-August 16, 2026. Hours are Monday-Friday 12AM-7PM and Saturday & Sunday 11AM-7PM. The park will remain open on weekends only through September 7, 2026.

Daily Admission is $41 during the week and $46 on weekends. Season Passes can be purchased for $280 individuals or $759 for a family four pack. Children 3 and under are FREE!

Your pass includes unlimited use of the swimming pool, warming tub, water playground, swimming lake, the Adventure Park slides, inflatable obstacles, barrel roll, ring swings, kayaks, canoes, white sand volleyball courts, miniature golf, and much more at our Midwest campground.

More Info on Activities and Guest Protocols
Aquatics area--Massillon Recreation Center
Aquatics Center | Massillon Parks and Recreation

The Aquatics Center is indoor and open year round to members. Hours are Monday-Thursday 6AM-8PM, Friday 6AM-7PM, Saturday 8AM-2:30PM, and Sunday 12PM-4PM.

Daily passes are $8. Memberships are available.

The Aquatics Center features four bodies of water; a two-lane lap pool, a lazy river, a splash down pool, a dry sauna, and a kiddie play pool. Two 19' water slides also add to the fun.

More Info on Pool Schedule and Guest Protocols
Robertson Community Center

The pool will be open on May 25-September 17 2026, open daily 12PM-7PM.

Daily passes are available for $7 and children 2 & Under are FREE. Individual and family memberships are available.

This 25-yard pool features an attached spray park and both volleyball and basketball courts.

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Dogwood Pool | YMCA of Central Stark County

Dogwood Pool is open May 23-September 7, 2026. It will be open daily from 11AM-8PM.

Daily passes can be purchased for $17 or $10 after 5PM. Individual memberships range from $126-$252. Family Passes range from $300-$600. One child 5 & Under get in free with paying adult.

This pool features a water slide and a fun splash pad. Also featured is a snack bar, pavilion, and playground area.

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