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St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool is a popular public swimming pool located at the southern end of St Clair Beach in Dunedin. This outdoor pool is the only remaining salt water pool from the late 1800s, offering a unique and enjoyable swimming experience for visitors. The pool is heated to a comfortable 28 degrees Celsius and provides a mixture of salt and chlorinated water.
With its stunning beachfront location, St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool is a great choice for those who enjoy swimming in salt water but prefer not to venture into the brisk ocean water. The pool was upgraded in 2000/2001 to include modern amenities such as a paddling pool for toddlers, new changing facilities, a disabled change area, and an office building that provides shelter from the weather. Additionally, a café operates year-round at the facility, offering refreshments for visitors to enjoy.
The toddler's pool at St Clair Salt Water Pool is currently undergoing an upgrade in 2024 to better accommodate toddlers and their supervising parents or caregivers during peak times. This includes replacing the heating and filtration system, electrical transformer, and improving accessibility for all.
The main pool at St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool has a depth ranging from 1. 1 metres to 1. 4 metres and features six lanes for lane swimming. Various activities such as aqua jogging, school swimming, playing, and relaxation can be enjoyed in this well-maintained pool.
The facility is easily accessible via stairs and is located at The Esplanade in St Clair, with a contact phone number of 455 6352.
St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool operates during the 2023/2024 season, opening on Sunday 1 October 2023, and closing on Tuesday 2 April 2024. The pool is open from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm on weekdays and from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm on weekends. The café's opening hours align with the pool's opening hours, ensuring visitors can enjoy refreshments throughout their visit.
For entry rates, St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool offers casual rates for different age groups, including preschoolers, adults, concession rates for Community Services cardholders, Tertiary Student ID holders, and Super Gold Cardholders, as well as child and family rates. Season tickets are also available for a 6-month period, with discounted rates for adults, children, concession holders, and families. There is also an option for half-season tickets sold from 26 December. Pool hire is available for events, with hourly rates and the inclusion of lifeguards.
Additionally, St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool offers premium membership options for unlimited gym/swim and group fitness class access, with different durations available for adults and concession holders.
Whether you're looking for a relaxing swim, a place for your toddler to play, or a venue to host a pool party or event, St Clair Hot Salt Water Pool provides a delightful and picturesque setting for all your swimming needs.
