The Cougar Lake Pool at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is scheduled to open on Friday, May 24 with a new feature—a splash pad.
“We converted our wading pool into a Splash Pad for summer 2013,” said Keith Becherer, assistant director of SIUE Campus Recreation. “The conversion was done in response to student expectations, industry trends and to make the Cougar Lake Recreation Area more accessible to all patrons.”
To celebrate the opening of the splash pad and to kick off the summer operating season, free admission will be offered to everyone during the Memorial Day weekend.
The splash pad will feature various water sprinklers that will be accessible to everyone.
The pool’s hours of operations are from noon-6 p.m. every day.
The cost for use of the pool is free for SIUE students with valid identification. During Family Night, from 6-8 p.m. Monday, the immediate family of students, faculty, staff and alumni can use the facility at no charge. For details on the costs of seasonal memberships, including a limited number available to the general public, swimming lessons and more information, visit Cougar Lake Pool or call (618) 650-2348.
Cougar Lake Recreation Area
The Cougar Lake Recreation Area at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville consists of a pavilion, a lake and a pool. The pavilion is available to rent for picnics and gatherings. It includes a covered picnic shelter, picnic tables and a grass volleyball court. The lake allows for fishing. A valid Illinois fishing license is required.