H. Spurgeon Cherry Pool
Capacity: 330 Size: 50 meters
This full-featured aquatics facility features a 50-meter Olympic-sized swimming pool that is open and heated year-round. It includes such amenities as short course lap lanes, two 1-meter and two 3-meter diving boards and diving towers. This pool features an ADA access ramp. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the aqua slide. The splash pad provides lots of watery fun for the littles. There is plenty of deck space for sunbathing. We also provide shade structures and you can bring a bag lunch and picnic under our pavilion. Dress and shower in our locker rooms. Our professionally trained staff will ensure that everyone has a great time at the pool.
Pool Amenities
- Full-featured aquatics facility
- 50 meters
- Short Course lap lanes
- One- and Three-Meter Diving Boards
- Diving Towers
- Spring boards
- Splash Pad
- Aqua Slide
The H. Spurgeon Cherry Pool is part of the Albert "Ray" Massey Recreation Center.
Admission Fees Resident Non-Resident
| Adult (18-49) |
$4.50 |
$5.00 |
| Child (3-17) |
$2.50 |
$2.75 |
| Lap Swimmer |
$3.00 |
$3.50 |
| Senior (50+) |
$2.50 |
$2.75 |
| Persons with Disabilities |
$2.50 |
$2.75 |
| Non-Swimmer |
$2.50 |
$2.75 |
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Prices effective October 1, 2023.
Free to city employees and spouse or registered/certified domestic partner with ID.
Season Passes, Rentals, and Pool Rules Swimming Programs
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For special Events or rentals at the pools, please call the aquatics Supervisor at (352)334-5067.
The pool is named after Henry Spurgeon Cherry, Jr. Cherry played tight end for the University of Florida football team from 1929 through 1932. Cherry became a coach for the Gator football team in the 1930s. He also played basketball for the University of Florida and became the Gator basketball coach from 1942 through 1946. Later, Mr. Cherry went on to be the chairman of the Gainesville Recreation Advisory Board and served from June 1964 until June 1968. Mr. Cherry was recognized for his outstanding service to the Gainesville community in providing recreational facilities and programs.
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Location
1001 NW 31ST DRIVE, Gainesville 32605 View Map
29.6616608,-82.3702873
1001 NW 31ST DRIVE ,
Gainesville 32605
1001 NW 31ST DRIVE ,
Gainesville 32605
H. Spurgeon Cherry Pool