Closed for the season · NYC outdoor pools open late June to Labor Day
by NYC Parks
A small, shallow neighborhood pool at Rev. Dr. Maggie Howard Playground in Stapleton, good for younger kids cooling off in summer. Entry is free and no reservation is needed; bring a padlock for the lockers.
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Summer only: NYC Parks outdoor pools typically open late June and close around Labor Day; usually daily 11 AM–7 PM with a mid-afternoon cleaning break
Free; no reservation; bring a padlock
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Free; no reservation; bring a padlock
Summer only: NYC Parks outdoor pools typically open late June and close around Labor Day; usually daily 11 AM–7 PM with a mid-afternoon cleaning break
64 Tompkins Avenue (Rev. Dr. Maggie Howard Playground), 10304, in Stapleton, Staten Island.
No. Maggie Howard Mini Pool is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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A swim school offering small-group and private lessons for children from age 3, progressing from learn-to-swim through skill and technique development levels. Committed young swimmers can move on to a competitive swim team with developmental training groups.