Pool Rates
Pool Admission Update
Starting July 1, 2026
Parks and Rec District taxpayers pay a significant portion of Aquatic Center operating costs through property taxes. In recognition of this, the Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District Board of Directors restructured admission rates so pool users who do not pay property taxes in the Parks District contribute a more proportional share to offset operating costs. District residents will receive an even greater discount, paying about 1/3 less than the regular rate.
Key Changes:
To receive the residency rate, individuals must provide proof of residency. See below for instructions.
Regular Admission rates for non-residents have increased for general admission, punch cards, and monthly passes.
In-District residents receive discounted rates because their property taxes support Aquatic Center operations.
Questions or concerns? Email resident@hoodriverparksandrec.org or call 541-386-1303.
| Age | Day Pass | 10-Pass | Monthly | Kayaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-17, 60+ | $5.00 | $48.25 | $46.50 | $5.50 |
| 18-59 | $6.00 | $58.50 | $56.50 | $6.50 |
| Family | $16.25 |
| Age | Day Pass | 10-Pass | Monthly | Kayaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-17, 60+ | $7.50 | $72.50 | $69.75 | $8.25 |
| 18-59 | $9.00 | $87.75 | $84.75 | $9.75 |
| Family | $24.50 |
Resident Rates are for Hood River County residents, excluding Cascade Locks.
Residency Verification FAQs
Complete the form to verify residency
How do I verify my residency?
Photo ID
Voter Registration Card
Proof of address (utility bill, lease, property tax statement, etc) with one of these 3 ZIP codes:
97031 Hood River
97041 Mt. Hood Parkdale
97044 Odell
Upload online using the form to the right or stop by the front desk at 1601 May St. Hood River, OR 97031.
Who is Out of District?
Anyone living outside of Hood River and the Hood River Valley.
White Salmon, Bingen, Mosier, The Dalles, Cascade Locks.
Do I need to verify every time?
Drop-in daily admission: YES
Account holders: One-time verification
Account holders = participants in recreation programs, swim lessons, or punch card and monthly pass holders
Why isn’t Cascade Locks in The District?
When the District was formed in 1988 to save the pool, a poll found that Cascade Locks residents did not support raising their property taxes to fund a pool in Hood River. They were left out of the district boundaries and do not contribute property taxes to fund the pool and parks district.
Will all program pricing increase for Out-of-District Residents?
No.
Recreation programs and aquatic programs such as swimming lessons will remain at a 20% price difference (rounded).
Questions or Concerns? Email us HERE.
Active Rx Program 2026
Active Rx is funded by the Columbia Gorge Health Council and helps make recreation and swim programs more accessible to our community. In 2026, eligible participants can receive free pool access and swim lessons through Hood River Parks & Recreation.
Available Benefits
Participants may continue registering for benefits throughout the year as long as funding remains available.
Qualified participants may receive any combination of the following:
5-Punch Pass – Five admissions to the aquatic center. Passes do not expire, and participants may request additional punch passes when all punches have been used.
Swim Lessons – One session includes four 30-minute lessons (2 hours total instruction time). Participants may register for multiple sessions as space and funding allow.
Summer Family Pass – Valid from May 26 through August 30. Family members must live in the same household. Limited quantities are available.
See Active RX page for more details.
Policies
Shower & Locker Room Policies
Children must be 5 years of age or younger to use the opposite gender locker room.
A family changing room is available on deck.
Pursuant to the Oregon Equality Act, transgender persons may use the locker room or shower corresponding to the gender to which they identify.