Medford Pool, Pond Guide: Opening Dates, Passes, More

MEDFORD, MA – It's icky out now, but it's not too early to start thinking about how you want to spend your time outside this summer. Medford has a number of facilities to take a dip in when the temperatures rise. Here's your guide to making the most of summer in the city.

Wright's Pond

Open for the summer Sunday, June 24

Hours: 10 a.m. to one-half hour before dusk

Located on Elm Street in North Medford

Spend your day swimming, picnicking, and resting in the sand at Wright’s Pond. To access Wright’s Pond, visitors must be a resident and obtain a season pass. Walk-in passes and vehicle passes are available. Wright’s Pond is also available for birthday parties. Visit www.MedfordRecreation.org for more information.

Passes

Vehicle Sticker:
$50 ($30 for vehicles with handicap placards and for seniors 62 and older)

Walk-in Pass:
$20 (Admits 1-3 people)
Please note: For visitors using a vehicle sticker, only one car-load of visitors per day is allowed.

How To Purchase A Pass

In person (preferred method):
Visit Room 108 at Medford City Hall to purchase a pass in the Treasurer/Collector’s Office.
In-person payments can be made by cash or check only. Please provide proof of residency (examples of proof of residency can be found below.) Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday between 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM;
Wednesday 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM; Friday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Medford Day: Sunday June 3 from 1:00-4:00 PM behind the Andrews Middle School

Cardboard Boat Races: Sunday, June 10 from 12:00-4:00 PM at Wright’s Pond

Circle the Square: Thursday, June 21 from 3:30-7:30 PM at the Recreation table

Online
Visit www.MedfordRecreation.org to create a Household Account. Please give up to 48 hours for account approval. Once your account has been created you will receive an email confirmation, and can then purchase a pass to Wright’s Pond or Tufts Pool online. Once proof of residency has been determined, passes will be mailed to you.

By Mail
A registration form can be found online at www.MedfordRecreation.org. Complete the form and return with
proof of residency and a check made out the City of Medford. Examples of proof of residency can be found
below. Your passes will then be mailed to you. Mail information to:

Medford Recreation
Medford City Hall, Room 210
85 George P. Hassett Dr., Medford, MA 02155

Please provide the following information to show proof of residency by mail or in-person:
• If purchasing a vehicle pass, please provide a copy of your vehicle registration and license.
• If purchasing a walk-in pass or pool pass, provide a copy of drivers license, Massachusetts ID, or utility bill.

Tufts Pool

Open for the summer Monday, June 25

Located at 449 Main St. Medford

Cool off at Tufts Pool, which features both a deep-water facility as well as a wading pool. Passes
can now be purchased online, by mail, or in the Treasurer/Collector’s Office at Medford City Hall.
Passes will not be sold at Tufts Pool.

Membership

Resident: Individual - $30; Family - $80

Non-Resident: Individual - $60; Family - $135

Children 4 and under do not need a pass

Hours of Operation

Monday – Friday

1–5 p.m.: Open swim
5–8 p.m.: Adult & Family Swim (lanes will be provided in addition to open swim)
1–8 p.m.: Wading Pool

Saturday & Sunday

10 a.m.– 5 p.m.: Open swim
5–7 p.m.: Adult Swim
10 a.m.–7 p.m.: Wading Pool

*Limited space: Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-7 p.m. for Medford Minnows

Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for Aqua Power Fitness

How to Purchase a Pass

In person (preferred method):

Visit Room 108 at Medford City Hall to purchase a pass in the Treasurer/Collector’s Office.
In-person payments can be made by cash or check only. Please provide proof of residency (examples of proof of residency can be found below.) Hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday between 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM;
Wednesday 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM; Friday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Medford Day: Sunday June 3 from 1:00-4:00 PM behind the Andrews Middle School
Cardboard Boat Races: Sunday, June 10 from 12:00-4:00 PM at Wright’s Pond
Circle the Square: Thursday, June 21 from 3:30-7:30 PM at the Recreation table

Online

Visit www.MedfordRecreation.org to create a Household Account. Please give up to 48 hours for account approval. Once your account has been created you will receive an email confirmation, and can then purchase a pass to Wright’s Pond or Tufts Pool online. Once proof of residency has been determined, passes will be mailed to you.

By Mail
A registration form can be found online at www.MedfordRecreation.org. Complete the form and return with
proof of residency and a check made out the City of Medford. Examples of proof of residency can be found
below. Your passes will then be mailed to you. Mail information to:

Medford Recreation
Medford City Hall, Room 210
85 George P. Hassett Dr., Medford, MA 02155

Please provide the following information to show proof of residency by mail or in-person:
• If purchasing a vehicle pass, please provide a copy of your vehicle registration and license.
• If purchasing a walk-in pass or pool pass, provide a copy of drivers license, Massachusetts ID, or utility bill.

Medford High School Pool

Throughout the summer, the Medford High School Pool is open to the public for families, adults, and seniors. The pool is located at Medford High School, 489 Winthrop Street. To purchase a pass, stop by the Medford Community Schools Office at 489 Winthrop Street or call 781-393-2226.

Senior/Lap Swim

Fees:

1-month pass for resident: $50
1-month pass for non-resident: $75
3-month pass for resident: $120
3-month pass for non-resident: $150

Seniors/Disabled Individuals: $50 for 6 months (residents or non-residents)

Summer Special: June-August $75 (residents or non-residents)

Hours:

July
Monday-Friday: 6–10 a.m.
Monday-Thursday: 7:30–9 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

August
Monday-Friday: 6–10 a.m.
Monday-Thursday: 5–6:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

Family Swim

Fees :

1-month family pass for residents: $60
1-month family pass for non-residents: $80
3-month family pass for residents: $150
3-month family pass for non-residents: $200

Hours:

July & August: Monday & Wednesday: 5–6 p.m.

The High School Pool will be closed August 20-24.

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