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Peerless Pool & Victoria Pool

Victoria Pool and Peerless Pool Complex are two fabulous swimming pool facilities at the Saratoga Spa State Park. Victoria Pool was built in the early 1930’s as part of the fervent health trend that was sweeping the country. The Peerless Pool complex was built in the 1960’s. Both pools are active and currently open to the public on a seasonal basis.

Victoria Pool At Saratoga Spa State Park

Victoria Pool opens Saturday, June 27, 2009!
See hours of operation below

Victoria Pool was the first heated pool in the US and has a rich and colorful history in Saratoga Springs, frequented by the rich and the famous.

Built in 1935, the pool complex was joyously received by the public and happy visitors reclined in lawn chairs and on towels surrounded by blue tile and gaily colored umbrellas. NY Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt became a strong proponent of the healthful environment of Saratoga Springs. He actively supported the building of Victoria Pool as part of an overall hydrotherapy program in combination with ‘taking the cure’ at the baths and mineral springs of Saratoga.
 
The architecture of Victoria Pool and surrounding buildings is simply amazing. Built in a traditional style of architecture with classic brick structures graced by arched colonnades, the pool also features a spectacular limestone deck and lion water spouts. Magnificent!

The Victoria Pool reopened in 2005 after going through an extensive renovation, returning it to its pristine condition. The pool's original boilers are too costly to run, so the pool is unheated until an alternative energy source is found. For now, you can enjoy the comfort of its cool water amid the historic architecture for which it is so renowned.

Located near two golf courses in Saratoga Spa State Park, Victoria pool has a maximum capacity of 350 people. A few of the locker rooms have been converted to a golf swing analysis and training facility. There are showers, lockers and rest rooms available.

Visit this Victoria Pool blog to stay up to date on the latest news and happenings regarding this historic pool in Saratoga Springs NY.

Peerless Pool At Saratoga Spa State Park

Peerless Pool opens Saturday, June 27, 2009!
See hours of operation below

A wet and wonderful wonderland for kids, The Peerless Pool's football sized swimming pool complex was built in 1962. This huge rubber-bottomed pool has a zero-depth entrance, which simply means that the little ones can sit or stand in the water at the very end of the pool and splash around. There is a really neat 19’winding double waterslide pool for the adults, and a baby pool with a mushroom-shaped fountain. Peerless Pool is located behind the Gideon Putnam Resort within Saratoga Spa State Park.

In addition to showers, lockers and rest rooms, there are food concessions available around the pools.

2009 HOURS OF OPERATION:

June 27 - September 7 (Labor Day)
Daily: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $8 Adults, $4 Children

Peerless Pool Hours:

June 27 - September 7 (Labor Day)
Wednesday-Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: CLOSED
Cost: $2 Adults, $1 Children ($6 park entry per car)

Saratoga Spa State Park:
19 Roosevelt Drive
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: (518) 584-2535

Learn more about Saratoga Spa State Park
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