West Los Angeles offers several public swimming pools and aquatic facilities across Westwood, Stoner Park, Cheviot Hills, and Santa Monica. From indoor Olympic-sized lap pools and seasonal outdoor water slides to historic beachfront pools, local residents enjoy affordable swimming options throughout the year.
Pool Facility | Location / Address | Pool Features & Amenities | Type / Seasonality |
|---|---|---|---|
Westwood Pool | 1350 Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 | Indoor Olympic-sized pool, dedicated lap lanes, swimming lessons | Year-Round Indoor |
Stoner Park Swimming Pool | 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025 | Zero-depth entry, water slide, diving board, shaded splash area | Seasonal Outdoor (Summer) |
Cheviot Hills Pool | 2551 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064 | Lap swimming lanes, shallow youth area, adjacent playground & picnic grounds | Seasonal Outdoor (Summer) |
Annenberg Community Beach House | 415 Pacific Coast Hwy, Santa Monica, CA 90402 | Historic oceanfront heated pool, splash pad, beach access, cafe | Seasonal Beachfront Pool |
Santa Monica Beach | Ocean Ave & Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | Open ocean swimming, lifeguard stations, beach volleyball courts | Year-Round Coastal |
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Public Aquatic Centers & Swimming Pools in West LA
Finding a great place to swim in West Los Angeles is easy thanks to well-maintained municipal aquatic centers operated by the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks and the City of Santa Monica. Whether you need an indoor lap pool for structured exercise or a splash park for children, Westside public pools provide clean, monitored water recreation.
Westwood Pool
Westwood Pool is an ideal choice for indoor year-round lap swimming and formal swim instruction. Located on Sepulveda Boulevard near UCLA, this indoor facility features an Olympic-sized swimming pool with multiple lanes allocated for lap swimming, youth swim team training, and community water aerobics classes.
- Westwood Recreation Center & Pool: 1350 Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, open year-round for lap swim and instruction
Stoner Park Swimming Pool
Located in the heart of West Los Angeles, Stoner Park Swimming Pool is a popular summer destination for families. The outdoor aquatic facility features a zero-depth entry area for toddlers, an interactive water slide, a diving board, and shaded lounge spaces surrounding the deck.
- Stoner Recreation Center & Pool: 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025, seasonal summer schedule (June through September)
Cheviot Hills Pool
Set within the quiet residential neighborhood of Cheviot Hills and Rancho Park, the Cheviot Hills Pool offers a relaxed setting surrounded by greenery. The facility includes dedicated lap lanes and a shallow youth section, with direct access to tennis courts, ball fields, and picnic areas across the recreation center.
- Cheviot Hills Recreation Center Pool: 2551 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064, seasonal summer hours, 0.2 miles from Pico Blvd
Coastal Swimming & Oceanfront Aquatics
For oceanfront swimming, the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica offers a historic heated pool steps from the sand, complete with ocean views and splash pads. Swimmers heading into the Pacific Ocean at Santa Monica Beach should check daily surf conditions and water quality advisories before swimming.
- Annenberg Community Beach House: 415 Pacific Coast Hwy, Santa Monica, CA 90402, pool passes available daily during summer
- Santa Monica Beach & Lifeguard Towers: Ocean Ave & Colorado Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, open daily from sunrise to sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
When are public pools in West Los Angeles open for the summer season? Outdoor municipal pools in LA generally open for the summer season in mid-June and operate through Labor Day weekend in September.
Which West LA swimming pool is open indoor year-round? Westwood Pool located at 1350 Sepulveda Blvd is an indoor heated facility that operates year-round for lap swimming and lessons.
Are lifeguards on duty at West Los Angeles public pools? Yes, all municipal pools operated by LA Parks and the Annenberg Beach House have certified lifeguards on duty during operating hours.
About Heyler Realty
Heyler Realty has proudly served West Los Angeles, Cheviot Hills, Rancho Park, and Westwood since 1927. Located at 10659 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, co-founders Sean McMillan and Jae Wu provide expert guidance on local neighborhood amenities, parks, residential real estate, and property sales across 90025 and 90064.
Related Reading
Sources: Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks Aquatics Division (2026), Annenberg Community Beach House Visitor Guide (2026).
