Jackie Tatum / Harvard Pool
📍 South Los Angeles, CA
City-run outdoor swimming pool in South LA featuring a water slide, swim lessons, and affordable entry. Great for families wanting clean facilities and sports programs.
Love this park. Ample parking, clean and new equipment. Kids absolutely love it! And a bonus that there is a swimming pool and other things where everyone can keep active.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
This is an excellent budget-friendly option for families with kids who want clean swimming facilities and sports programs. Best for potty-trained children due to strict water diaper requirements. Great value at $1 for kids, but call ahead to confirm hours due to potential lifeguard shortages.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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Evelyn Alfaro
7 years ago
“Love this park. Ample parking, clean and new equipment. Kids absolutely love it! And a bonus that there is a swimming pool and other things where everyone can keep active.”
Sharon Gistarb
7 years ago
“Love this park and the coaches and staff are amazing. They always making sure every child is equally treated the same. My son play Baseball and Basketball and he love it.”
LA TR1ST3
3 years ago
“Its a gd place.. pool is great for the kids......only $1 for them to go in not bad . Will b coming back😁”
Alexis
7 months ago
“I paid a total of 9 dollars for two adults , and one child (cash only). Hours may vary due to lifeguard shortage so be sure to check in at the park and ask what hours they’ll be open. White and revealing or inappropriate clothing is not allowed. There are private restrooms to change in, and the showers are out in the open. Children are to stay within arms reach. No food or drinks allowed. If you’re looking for a bigger pool, try jesse owen’s.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Jackie Tatum Harvard Pool is a seasonal outdoor swimming facility operated by LA Parks and Recreation, featuring a water slide, swim lessons, and water polo clinics. The pool offers year-round programs including junior lifeguard training and learn-to-swim classes, with toddler-friendly facilities and changing rooms available for families.
