Two Great Options for Swimming in Oldham County in 2012!
Oldham County KY has two great options for public swimming. First, there is the John W. Black Aquatic Center, always a family favorite. A lesser known option is Falling Rock Park, which was originally The Quarry owned by Joe Clark, and is for adults only.
The Aquatic Center is a favorite for family fun. Since school let out early this year, they are already open for the season! Admission is $5.00 ages 13 & up, $4.00 ages 3-12, $3.00 ages 60 & up, and free for toddlers 2 & under.
Check out the rules of the pool – there are lots of them. You must be at least 13 years old to enter alone. If the pool is closed because of bad weather, there are no refunds, so use your best judgment as to whether to go in the first place. If the staff hears thunder, they will clear the pool for 20 minutes.
One of the best things about the Aquatic Center is it is located next to a park with playgrounds and a lake. You can bring a picnic lunch, although food is not allowed inside the pool area.
The pool is open Monday through Saturday 12:00pm to 7:00 pm, and Sunday 1:00pm to 6:00pm. It will be open through September 8 of this year. Lots of activities are planned like a 4th of July Celebration, Mini Triathlon, and Dog Party to go out in style. The Aquatic Center can be reserved for special events and you can also get swimming lessons or attend fitness classes. It is located on 1551 N. Hwy. 393 in Buckner (LaGrange for GPS purposes). Call 502-225-0656 for more information.
What you may or may not know about Oldham County is that it has a swimming area and dive site at the Quarry, officially called Falling Rock Park. It is said that huge crowds of hundreds swarm here to “experience what seems like college break during the summer” according to Ashley Anderson at the Voice-Tribune. She advises to bring cash as they won’t accept anything else, a flotation device, and photo ID to prove that you are at least 18 years of age. You’ll have to sign a waiver at the entrance as the waters are deep.
Falling Rock Park also offers diving for those daring souls who are certified in scuba diving. This costs $15.00 CASH. Apparently there are several sunken “treasures” you can find like boats, a school bus, police car, etc. If you just want to swim that is $8.00. Camping is allowed for $22.00 extra on Saturday nights. Last year they offered bands on Sunday, but you’ll need to call 502-939-5049 for this year’s updated information. Unlike the Aquatic Center, this park will be open until October.
The park is located at 2465 Fendley Mill Road in LaGrange. It is open Monday through Friday 1:00pm to 8:00pm, as well as Saturday and Sunday from 8:00am to 8:00pm.
So get your fun on, Oldham County, summer is here! As always, if you have any real estate needs or would like to search for homes in Louisville, Oldham County or surrounding areas, contact The Brenda Doll Team at 502-554-9520 or visit our website to search for homes for sale.
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