Aquatics

Aquatic Facilities

The City of Fredericton has plenty of options for you when it comes to diving into the pool and splashing the day away! From lakes and beaches, and indoor and outdoor Pools, to the Fredericton Splash Pad—whether you’re learning to swim or just cooling off—Fredericton Recreation has got you covered.

To book a swim evaluation, click here.

Little girl jumping into the pool with mother — Fredericton Indoor Pool

Children playing at the Wilmot Splash Pad — Wilmot Splash Pad

Woman and children playing with beachball at Killarney Beach — Killarney Lake Beach

Lap swimmers at Queen Square Pool — Queen Square Pool

Fredericton Indoor Pool

Killarney Lake Beach

2024 - Lifeguard supervision is now finished for the season.

Killarney Lake Beach is a supervised fresh water sandy beach with access to washrooms and change rooms.

Should the water levels reach an unsafe level of E. coli or Enterococci, a Swim Advisory will be posted at the Lifeguard Station and on the City of Fredericton website Social Media accounts. Water Quality standards are set out in the Guidelines for Canadian Recreational Water Quality available at www.canada.ca

The Lifeguards are Killarney Lake are flying one of two signaling flags to help swimmers identify from afar whether it is safe to swim. As with any situation related to the beach, anytime the solid RED flag is flying, swimming is strongly discouraged.

Click here for more information on flags

Killarney Lake Water Quality Report (July 16, 2024)

Wilmot Splash Pad

2024 - The Wilmot Splash Pad is now closed for the season.

The Wilmot Splash Pad is Fredericton’s only splash pad. It offers barrier-free access, seating, shaded areas, and an onsite washroom. Featuring loads of open space and brightly coloured spouts and sprinklers, the splash pad has multiple splash and spray components, as well as designated areas for shallow-watered play.

Wilmot Park Splash Pad Rules

Please walk as splash pad may be slippery
Roughhousing or unsafe play is prohibited
Do not climb on any part of play structures
Footwear is recommended
No pets allowed with the exception of services animals
No smoking or alcohol permitted
Children who are not toilet trained must wear rubber pants or swim diaper
All children 10 and under but be accompanied by an adult
In case of emergency please call 911
To report any damage or concerns please call 460-2230
Glass, metal objects, soap and all other materials that would create hazardous conditions are not permitted
In case of electrical storm please vacate the splash pad
Please clean feet before entering play area
Swim suits and or appropriate attire must be worn at all times
Athletic equipment, balls, bats, beach balls, pool noodles, etc. are not permitted