The pools may close if the temperature remains below 62 degrees Fahrenheit and there are no patrons for 30 or more minutes. We will use hourly weather updates and strive to reopen at the next opportunity.
Deerspring Pool
Address: 200 Deerfield Road, Deerfield, IL 60015 Phone:847-945-7610 (During Pool Season)
Deerspring Pool offers a 6-lane, 50-meter Olympic-size pool that ranges from 3 to 5 feet deep with ADA accessible stairs and a portable accessible chair lift. The 11.75 deep diving well has a 1-meter diving board and a drop slide. Deerspring Pool also features a water slide and a zero-depth wading pool. During Public Swim hours, two lap lanes are available.
May 24 | Deerspring Sprayground opens for the season
May 31 | Deerspring Pool opens for the season
June 20-22 | Deerspring Pool will be closed for the COHO Classic
August 10 | Deerspring Pool closes for the season
September 1 | Deerspring Sprayground closes for the season
The Deerspring Sprayground at Deerspring Pool offers slides, and a variety of fun and interactive spray features with heated-water spraying from above and from ground level. Open during all public swim hours and some non-public swim hours.
May 31, 2025 – august 10, 2025
Lap Swim (16 & Over)
Public Swim
Sprayground & Kiddie Pool
COHO Swim Team
MONDAY
5:30 am -10 am
10 am – 6 pm
10 am – 6 pm
6 – 8:30 am
4 – 8 pm
TUESDAY
5:30 am – 10 am
10 am – 6 pm
10 am – 6 pm
6 – 8:30 am
4 – 8 pm
WEDNESDAY
5:30 am – 10 am
10 am – 6 pm
10 am – 6 pm
6 – 8:30 am
4 – 8 pm
THURSDAY
5:30 am – 10 am
10 am – 6 pm
10 am – 6 pm
6 – 8:30 am
4 – 8 pm
FRIDAY
5:30 am – 8:30 am
12:30 pm – 6 pm
12:30 pm – 6 pm
6 – 8:30 am
4 – 8 pm
SATURDAY
10 am – 7 pm
10 am – 7 pm
8 – 9:30 am
SUNDAY
10 am – 5 pm
10 am – 5 pm
8 – 9:30 am
Mitchell Pool
Address: 951 Wilmot Rd (corner of Hazel), Deerfield, IL 60015 Phone:847-945-7760 (During Pool Season)
Mitchell Pool offers a 6-lane, 25-meter pool that ranges in depth from 2 to 5 feet deep with an ADA accessible ramp. Pool features also include a 12’6” separate diving well that features 1-meter & 3-meter diving boards and a drop slide. A separate wading pool includes zero-depth entry, geysers, water cannons and a slide. During Public Swim hours, two lap lanes are available.
June 7 | Mitchell Pool opens for the season
September 1 | Mitchell Pool closes for the season
June 7, 2025 – September 1, 2025
Lap Swim
(16 & Over)
Swim Lessons
Public Swim
Kiddie Pool
MONDAY
5:30 – 8:30 am
9 am – 12:30 pm
12:30 – 8 pm
10 am – 8 pm
TUESDAY
5:30 – 8:30 am
9 am – 12:30 pm
12:30 – 8 pm
10 am – 8 pm
WEDNESDAY
5:30 – 8:30 am
9 am – 12:30 pm
12:30 – 8 pm
10 am – 8 pm
THURSDAY
5:30 – 8:30 am
9 am – 12:30 pm
12:30 – 8 pm
10 am – 8 pm
FRIDAY
5:30 – 8:30 am
12:30 – 8 pm
12:30 – 8 pm
SATURDAY
7 – 10 am
9 – 11 am
10 am – 7 pm
10 am – 7 pm
SUNDAY
7 – 10 am
9 – 11 am
10 am – 5 pm
10 am – 5 pm
2025 Pool Pass and Daily Admission Information
POOL PASSES ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE 2025 SEASON
The Deerfield Park District will sell pool passes for the pool season, which can be used at both Mitchell and Deerspring Pools. Pool passes can be used to participate in lap swim, public swim and Deerspring Sprayground, for unlimited visits throughout the summer season.
Pool passes can be purchased online or in-person. Renewing or purchasing a pass can be done Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm at the Jewett Park Community Center.
Families who employ a nanny during the summer may purchase ONE nanny pass in addition to their family pass per season. If you need to purchase a Nanny Pass, you must purchase the pass at the Jewett Park Community Center or call the registration office at 847-945-0650.
SENIOR INFORMATION
+ Senior Individual Rate Passes are for ages 65+.
‡ For Senior Couple rates, both pass-holders must be 65+
SACHS RECREATION CENTER MEMBERSHIP OUTDOOR POOL ADD-ON
Current Sachs Recreation Center members can upgrade their membership for $75/for the outdoor pool season and have the opportunity to swim at the outdoor pools all summer long.
Pool Pass Renewals: Pool Pass ID cards are reactivated upon purchase/renewal of the pool pass for the new season; new photos are optional.
In lieu of a pool pass, patrons may pay the daily fee for admission upon arriving at the pool which includes the use of all pool amenities for the day. Must show a receipt for re-entry.
Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older.
We accept cash, checks, Visa/MasterCard/Discover/ American Express and Deerfield Park District Gift Cards.
Daily Admission $11R/13NR
Age two and under Free
Late Afternoon (after 5pm)* $7R/13NR
Adult Lap Swim* $7R/13NR
Parent/Child Sprayground or Kiddie Pool*
per person rate, valid for parents and children when the Sprayground or Kiddie Pool is open and the public pool is closed. $7R/13NR
Swim Coupon Book – 10 coupons** $100/R only
Non-Residents+ $13
*Residents Only. The discounted rate is good only for the time period that discounted rate is exclusive. If visitors wish to re-enter later for Public Swim they must pay again, or purchase a $10 daily fee during the morning session and show a receipt for re-entry.
**Swim Coupon Book – 10 coupons for $100 (Residents only)
• Good for admission to either pool for one full day visit.
• May be purchased beginning May 2 at Jewett Park Community Center and at both pools after opening day.
• May be used by anyone three years or older during public swim hours and adult lap swim.
• Transferable but not returnable.
• Good for 2024 pool season.
+Non Residents do not receive a discount for exclusive function use. Non-Residents pay the daily fee of $13 and gain access to the facility for the entire day when they show their dated paper receipt. Without a receipt non-residents must pay the non-resident rate in full to enter the facility.
Pool Party Rental OPTIONS
We offer private pool parties or public swim pool parties.
$100 refundable deposit required at time of booking for all rentals, separate from the rental fee.
$200 added for rental parties over 100 people.
2 hours maximum
By state law, alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the premises.
Completely private, offered during Private Rental times. For availability link, click here to reference Private Rental hours.
Fee: $630R/$756NR Locations:
Deerspring Pool: Main Pool, Sprayground & Kiddie Pool
Mitchell Pool: Main Pool, Diving Well, Splash Pad
Rent out ½ of the pool’s concession deck! We’ll provide a sign and dividers to indicate your space to use however you want to party, celebrate, or gather. Admission for all guests and attendees included in headcount.
Fee: $150R/180 + $6R/8NR per person. Locations:
Deerspring Pool: ½ Concession Deck & access to all facility features.
Mitchell Pool: ½ Concession Deck & access to all facility features.
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Reusable/recyclable water bottles will be allowed; no glass bottles or containers are allowed. Alcohol is not permitted.
Outside food is allowed but can only be consumed in the designated concessions areas for sanitary purposes.
**Individuals ages 13+** may enter unsupervised. **Children 12 and under** must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older.
Refunds will not be issued, even in the event of pool closures due to emergencies or weather. Hand stamps or receipts will be used to allow re-entry on the same day.
Admission to the pool may be denied to individuals with contagious diseases or infectious conditions, including colds, ringworm, foot infections, skin lesions, boils, diarrhea, vomiting, eye infections, and ear infections.
Individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or exhibiting erratic behavior, may be denied admission to the pools.
GENERAL POOL
Shower in the locker room before entering the pool area.
Do not ingest pool water.
Only children 4 years of age and under are allowed in the Mitchell kiddie pool.
Non-toilet-trained children must wear swim diapers under their swimsuit.
Diving is restricted to designated Diving Well area; diving off starting blocks or elsewhere is not permitted.
Lap lanes are reserved for lap swimmers only; loitering is not permitted.
Do not hold onto the lane lines.
Management may call 20-minute safety breaks at 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM during public swim, for reasons including:
Allowing staff to clear the pool for an unobstructed view of the pool bottom.
Providing younger swimmers a restful break, preventing fatigue from prolonged swimming.
Offering an opportunity to reapply sunscreen.
Jumping from the side of the pool must be feet first and forward; back jumps or spins are not permitted.
Roughhousing and dangerous play is not permitted, including pushing, extreme splashing, holding or pushing someone underwater, chicken fights, etc.
Do not throw toys across the pool or facility.
Avoid splashing people who are not part of your group.
Breath-holding competitions are not permitted.
Avoid any activities that could jeopardize the health, safety, or well-being of yourself or others.
Prohibited items include mermaid tails, inflatable rafts, water guns, and toys harder than a tennis ball.
Smoking, vaping, or alcohol is not permitted.
Glassware is not permitted.
Obscene language is not permitted.
Littering is not permitted.
Harassment of patrons or employees is not permitted and will not be tolerated.
POOL DECK/LOCKER ROOMS
Use of cell phones or cameras is not permitted in locker rooms.
Changing or public nudity on the pool deck is not permitted.
Eating and drinking are only allowed on the concessions deck.
DIVING WELL/WATER SLIDES
Do not use goggles, life vests, or floaties while diving or sliding.
Swimmers must jump straight out and be capable of swimming to the side unassisted.
Double bounces or backward jumps on the diving board, and changing orientation on the slide is not permitted. Swimmers will receive one warning; subsequent infractions may result in removal from the pool.
Slide users must go feet first and lie on their back; spinning is prohibited.
Only one swimmer at a time is allowed on the diving board or slide.
Wait for the lifeguard’s signal or until the landing area is clear before proceeding.
The slide height requirement of 42 inches is strictly enforced.
Jewelry or accessories are not permitted on the slides or diving board.
Individuals who are pregnant, elderly, or have heart disease or high blood pressure should consult with a physician before using the slide.
LIFE JACKET/FLOTATION DEVICES
Parents or guardians must check in with the lifeguard office before using pool life jackets.
A parent or guardian must remain within arm’s length of the swimmer wearing a life jacket at all times.
All flotation devices must be U.S. Coast Guard approved.
Flotation devices are not permitted while using the diving board or slide.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST BE TREATED WITH RESPECT AND SPOKEN TO CALMLY; VERBAL ABUSE WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. POOL MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ENFORCE STRICTER OR SUPPLEMENT RULES LISTED HERE, AND TO EXPEL INDIVIDUALS FROM THE FACILITY FOR VIOLATING ANY OF THESE RULES.
Each year the Deerfield Park District pools provide access to a wide range of activities and programs.
Many people participate in our swim lesson program Monday-Thursday and Saturday mornings:
400 Deerfield Park District summer camp lesson participants
300 public lesson participants
100 swimmers from local schools; including Christian Beginnings and Deerfield Montessori School
We also host nearly all of the Deerfield Park District’s summer camps providing access daily for participants.
Explorers
Trailblazers
All Star Sports
MVP Sports
Art Camp
Stage and Screen
Extra Added Attraction
Tennis & Swim Camp
Deerspring Pool hosts COHO Swim Club and Adult Lap Swim providing time and swim lanes for up to 300 swimmers each day!