Sanpete aquatics provide fun at five locations Swimming isn’t just a fun way to cool off during the summer. It’s one of the few sports or activities that doesn’t cost lots of money or require special gear or equipment. It offers a total-body workout, is easier on the joints, increases flexibility, and can be enjoyed at any age—from toddlers to seniors. Swimming is actually a physical activity in which you can participate any time of the year if an indoor pool is available or temperatures are mild. So, find a swimsuit, grab a friend, and head for the nearest pool. There are five facilities in Sanpete County which provide public swimming.
MT. PLEASANT
The newest facility in the county is the Mt. Pleasant Aquatic Center located at 74 E. Main. The pool is available year-round as an indoor pool with six lap lanes, a zero depth entry wading area and small water slide. Large doors on the north end can be opened during good weather. The pool is adjacent to the Mt. Pleasant City Splash Pad, with its outdoor fountains, water jets and deck area for sunbathing. Classes, activities and special events along with facility rentals are available. For hours of operation, call (435) 462-1333 or visit http://mtpleasantcity.com/pool.
EPHRAIM
The Snow College — Horne Activity Center is located at 350 E. Center Street, Ephraim. The facility is open to all students and
the public. The center has a variety of activities for the entire family: Indoor swimming pool, racquetball, volleyball, wallyball, basketball, indoor track, indoor soccer and fitness center. There are some equipment rentals available in addition to facility use charges. The building schedules can change at any time. For more information, visit www.snow.edu/athletics/ac/ or call the AC Issue Room at (435) 283-7039.
MANTI
The Manti City Aquatic Center and Water Park is located at 64 W. 500 North. It is an outdoor pool complete with water slide, zero depth entrance wading area, whirl pool and lap lanes. It is open seasonally, dependent on weather. Pool classes, lessons and facility rentals are available. For more information, call (435) 835-4320 or visit http://manticity.com/swimming.html.
GUNNISON
Gunnison Swimming Pool is located at 43 W. 300 North, Gunnison. This pool is an indoor pool that is next door to Gunnison City Park. In addition to the main pool, there is a kiddie pool and water slide. During warm weather, large doors on the south side of the facility can be opened for ventilation. Classes available and activities offered, such as Monday night movies in the pool at 6 p.m. For more information, call (435) 528-7126 or visit http://www.gunnisoncity.org/swimming-pool. htm.
NORTH SANPETE
Skyline Mountain Resort Pool is located between Mt. Pleasant and Fairview, about 2.5 miles south of Fairview on the Mountainville Highway. The facility has a medium-sized outdoor pool with water slide. It is open during summer months, Memorial Day thru Labor Day and welcomes the public to use the pool. Summer hours are 11 a.m. - 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday; and 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday. Private rentals are available. For more information, call (435) 427-9590. New this year, the pool is now a saltwater swimming pool. It is the only public saltwater pool in Sanpete. Those who swim in saltwater swimming pools will notice a level of comfort that is different from the typical pool that uses added chlorine and chemical stabilizers for sanitation. Chlorine has the tendency to cause red eyes, itchy skin, and discolored hair. Because saltwater is softer on skin than chlorine, those who use a saltwater swimming pool won’t have to suffer any of those symptoms of chlorine. In a saltwater pool, a regenerative process creates the chlorine and the saltwater purification system provides on-site production of the sanitizer necessary to maintain water in a safe, healthy and algae-free condition. 54 - SANPETE COUNTY RECREATION GUIDE 2021
