Memorial Day weekend is almost here, kicking off the summer season! Thousands of Angelenos have their eye on Hansen Dam Aquatic Center, which officially reopens to the public on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
The 1.5-acre “swimming lake” is the largest public pool in the country, according to SFGATE. It offers much-needed relief from the heat near the Lake View Terrace and Pacoima neighborhoods in L.A. County, which are among the hottest spots on the city’s heat severity map.
The largest swimming pool in the U.S.
The Hansen Dam Aquatic Center complex covers a total of 40 acres in the San Fernando Valley, with its giant manmade swimming pool being the primary feature.
The 1.5-acre chlorinated pool can accommodate about 3,000 swimmers and is designed for family-friendly recreation. It features a sandy beach area and nearby grassy perimeters for sunbathing, as well as two large water slides and a couple of sand volleyball courts.
Visitors also come to enjoy a 9-acre recreation lake right next to the pool, which is dedicated to non-powered boating and fishing and surrounded by a half-mile walking path.
Amenities include bathrooms and changing rooms, picnic areas with barbecue pits, pedal boats, and shaded canopies for rent.
Visiting Hansen Dam Aquatic Center
Fans of Hansen Dam have been waiting for an opportunity to jump back in the water since the pool closed its public swim season in October.
On May 23rd, Hansen Dam will finally welcome visitors back to swim on weekends. Starting June 13, the pool will stay open every day.
For all of its amenities and remarkable size, Hansen Dam still charges remarkably affordable admission fees at just $4 for adults and $1 for kids. Just keep in mind that it’s cash only.
Here’s what to know at a glance:
🗓️ Dates: Open weekends starting May 23, and daily starting June 13.
⏰ Hours: Open from 11am to 6pm
🎟️ Admission: $4 for adults, $1 for kids under 17, free for children under 4 (cash only)
📍 Location: 11798 Foothill Blvd, Lake View Terrace, CA 91342
🌐 Website: Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks
