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Our Facilities

Welcome to the Palm Desert
Aquatic Center

Splash into year-round fun at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center featuring three pools, multiple slides, diving boards, and a variety of play features, designed to delight water lovers of all ages. All or part of the 8-acre facility can be rented for private parties, corporate events, swimming competitions, and other special occasions. Located in Palm Desert’s Civic Center Park, the Aquatic Center is owned by the City of Palm Desert and operated by the Family YMCA of the Desert.

Dive into a world of aquatic adventure right in your backyard at Palm Desert Aquatics Center!

Nestled in the heart of our community at Civic Center Park, the state of the art Aquatic Center offers a refreshing escape for all ages, with plenty of free parking and special rates for residents.

Exhilarating Lap Swim Sessions

Thrilling Water Slides

Swim Lessons For All Ages

Aquatic Fitness Classes

Lots of Amenities

Water slides

Splash 
Playground

Diving 
Boards

Rope Swing

Climbing Wall

(Ring the Bell for prizes)

Water Obstacle Course

Shaded Areas & Lounge Chairs

Snack
Bar

And more

We have something for everyone.

We have something for everyone. The vibrant calendar of events promises endless fun for families and friends. Join us at PDAC, where the water is always the perfect temperature and the memories are endless!

Special Events

Rec Swim & Amenities

Play PDAC Bingo!

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Services, Events, Movie Nights and more.

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Private Swim Lessons

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Ages

6 months (with parent) – 100 years

Upcoming Closures/Holiday Hours

Spring Break: OPEN for Rec. Swim
March 29th & April 8th 10:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
March 30th – April 7th 10:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Memorial Day: OPEN
6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Lap Swim 
10:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Rec. Swim

Juneteenth: OPEN
6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Lap Swim 
11:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Rec. Swim

4th of July: OPEN
12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Lap Swim 
12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Rec. Swim