Stay Cool in Liberty County

Summer is right around the corner and the temperatures are starting to crank up. There is no better way to keep cool in the South Georgia heat than by going for a splash! Grab your bathing suits and sunscreen and check out some local spots to beat the summer heat.

Liberty County Recreation Department (LCRD)

The LCRD has two public pools, located in Hinesville and Midway. Both locations are open from May 25th through August 2nd, and it is only $3 per person! Season passes are available for those looking to cool off from the summer sun as much as possible! Individual passes can be purchased for $50, and family passes are $75 for up to 6 people.  Both pools are also available for private rental. This is a great idea for summer parties and family gatherings! Visit the LCRD website for more information on passes and rentals. You can also call 912.876.5359 (Hinesville) or 912.884.3500 (Midway).

Special note:  Both locations require all swimmers to wear swimsuits, and they enforce a clear bag policy.

Hinesville Pool

• Location: 607 E Oglethorpe Hwy, Hinesville.
• Safety: There are on-duty lifeguards to make sure everyone is safe while having fun.
• Open Swim: Daily, 2:00pm – 6:00pm.
• Family Night: Monday & Wednesday, 7pm-9pm from May 28th – July 30th, $3/person.
  • During this time, the pool is open for families only (no individuals).
• Water Aerobics: Tuesday, 6:30am – 7:15am from June 3rd – July 29th.
  • All sessions are $ 5 per person, per class and open to anyone 15 or older.
• Private Rentals: Wednesday-Sunday, 10:00 – 1:30pm and 6:30pm – 9:00pm.

Midway Pool

• Location: Liberty County Community Complex, 9397 E Oglethorpe Hwy, Midway.
• Safety: There are on-duty lifeguards to make sure everyone is safe while having fun.
• Open Swim: Daily, 12noon – 6:00pm.
• Family Night: Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm-9pm from May 27th – July 31st, $3/person.
  • During this time, the pool is open for families only (no individuals).
• Private Rentals: Tuesday & Thursday-Sunday, 10:00am – 11:30pm and 6:30pm – 9:00pm.

Liberty County YMCA

Our local YMCA encourages families to become more active together. They offer a variety of activities, sports, pool-related events and more! They also offer swim lessons and summer pool passes that grant access to all of their pools & splash pads. They even offer various water aerobics classes and activities. Visit their website and Facebook for the latest updates. For more information, call them at 912.368.9622.

• Location: 201 Mary Lou Dr., Hinesville.
• Safety: There are on-duty lifeguards to make sure everyone is safe while having fun. They also have various sizes of swim vests and floaties to keep the kiddos safe, which you can borrow for FREE.
• Open Swim: Daily
  • Monday through Thursday 5am – 12noon & 4pm – 8pm
  • Friday 5am – 12noon & 4pm – 7pm
  • Saturday 8am – 4pm
  • Sunday 1pm – 4pm
• Lap Lane Swim: Monday through Friday, 5am – 12noon by reservation only.
• All lanes are available without reservation from 4pm – 8pm.
• Features: The YMCA’s pool is inside, so it is open all year long and is temperature-controlled. Another special perk for parents is their hot tub! So let the kiddos enjoy their swim time while you sit back and enjoy the relaxing jets.

Bradwell Park Splash Pad

Right in the heart of downtown Hinesville is Bradwell Park, which features a splash pad! The kiddos can enjoy the water jets that shoot up from the ground.

• Location: South Commerce Street, Hinesville (across from city hall).
• Safety: The splash area is not monitored, so we encourage parents to keep an eye out for their little ones as they play.

For more information, contact the Hinesville Downtown Development Authority at 912.877.4332.

Slack Tide Tiki

Fun fact, Liberty County is one of 6 coastal communities in Georgia! While we do not have a traditional beach like some neighbors, we can still get out on the ocean via our intracoastal waterways. Slack Tide Tiki Charters is a 23-foot saltwater catamaran tiki boat equipped with a custom sound system, which you can Bluetooth pair your device for tunes, a large cooler with ice for your food and beverages and can accommodate up to 6 passengers and crew. This is a great way to kick back and relax while exploring a different side of Liberty County. Visit their website and book your adventure today!

 

We are sure you’ll have a blast whichever way you choose to stay cool! Don’t forget to pack a light snack and grab the sunscreen if you plan on being outdoors for a while.  Check out other ways to stay cool this summer, like our 4 Great Spots for Kayaking in Liberty County blog!