Pool
DORCHESTER POOL HOURS 2026
Pool Operating Hours while school is in session:
| DAY |
OPEN |
CLOSE |
| Monday |
4 PM |
8 PM |
| Tuesday |
4 PM |
8 PM |
| Wednesday |
4 PM |
8 PM |
| Thursday |
4 PM |
8 PM |
| Friday |
4 PM |
9 PM |
| Saturday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
| Sunday |
10 AM |
8 PM |
Pool Operating Hours during Summer:
While Charles County Public Schools are out on break
| DAY |
OPEN |
CLOSE |
| Monday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
| Tuesday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
| Wednesday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
| Thursday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
| Friday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
| Saturday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
| Sunday |
10 AM |
9 PM |
Note: 8 to 9 p.m. is adult swim only.
Dorchester Residents: To access the pool, residents must be in "good standing" with no outstanding balances or open violations. Townhome residents' assessment fees also need to be current.
You must submit your completed Dorchester Community Access Card (DCAC) Application/Waiver of Liability Form to the Dorchester Community Center Office, Community Center drop box, or Clements Bay management office prior to visiting the pool each year. Please make sure you have your Access Card to gain entry into the pool.
Guest Day Passes are $5 each and are available at the pool office. Payments can be made via cash, check (from DNA residents only) or money order. No other payment methods will be accepted. Up to two guest day passes may be purchased.
For Pool Pavilion Reservations: Visit the pool office or call the pool office at (301) 861-3100. Please make sure to have the date, time and head count ready for booking. If you have any questions about bringing in outside food, drinks, etc., please ask the pool staff upon booking.
**If you are interested in reserving space at the pool this summer for an event, book through the lifeguards at the pool. Please keep in mind you are NOT allowed to book the Community Center and the pool at the same time; access to the Community Center from the pool is not granted at any time.
For Swimming Lessons: Visit the pool office or call the pool office at (301) 861-3100. Swimming lessons are held at the discretion of the pool company. Availability may vary based on staffing, scheduling availability, etc.
Retain your pool passes at the end of every pool season. Passes will be reactivated for the following pool season after your assessment fee has been paid and the DCAC/Waiver of Liability form submitted. There is a $25 fee for replacement DCAC cards.
