That odorous , pungent garbage odour ; glass boxes of death called streetcars ; a lake that still has Torontoniansdebating whether or not it ’s swimmable– it ’s summer in the 6ix ! We have n’t quite figured out what central breeze conditioning is ( 10 devotee ≠ one air conditioner , sorry ) , but do n’t despair – there are other ways to pull round . The urban center of Toronto has 58 public syndicate available for both easygoing daytime swimmers and maybe - not - so - legalnighttime pocket billiards - hoppers(not that we ’d evercondone illegal activities ) . Pool - hopping is an essential Toronto asylum where people from all walks of life story trespass on – er , reap the benefits of the metropolis ’s pools after dark . Hopping is so integral to the Toronto summer , the urban center sanctioned it during some of thehottest days of the 2013 heat wave , andan essential guide to pool - hoppingcirculated virally in 2014 . Whether you ’re looking to hops or not , convey boxed vino and hit up some of the unspoiled kitty this urban center has to offer :
Alexandra Park Pool
Alexandra ParkLike many Toronto pools , it ’s gratuitous to cool down off at Alexandra Park Pool , so expect it to be pack on weekends and especially sweltering days . This pool ’s location is primal , and its propinquity to Kensington Market makes it a hot dapple for belated - night pool - hopping hookup and clothing - optional swimming . At a mere 7 ft , the fence is easy to hop , but you may want to forgo swimming in the nude at Alexandra Park – the pool is visible from the street .
Sunnyside/Gus Ryder Pool
Lakeshore BlvdWith the beach , parking area , and boardwalk just meters away , Torontonians flock to Sunnyside Pool on Lakeshore Blvd , the largest pool in the metropolis , which makes for some excellent multitude - watch over . If you ’re heading to the pool because you actually want to float for exercise ( … what ? ) , there are dedicated lap lanes , so you wo n’t have to worry about dodge leisurely paddlers . Sunnyside is idealistic for the high - risk pool - hopper : it ’s completely unwrap – meaning there ’s no ideal getaway route – but your hazard could be deserving the payoff , as the fences are low and the pool is one of Toronto ’s best .
Alex Duff Memorial Pool
Christie PitsAlex Duff Memorial Pool is one of Toronto ’s favourites , attracting a diverse crowd from the Christie Pits area . The pool has one of the urban center ’s dear water supply swoop , and is open until 8 postmortem for those not seeking to jump a fence or two . Even so , it ’s one of the urban center ’s most popular pool - hopping spots – jump the fence from Crawford St and love this Toronto kitty - hop staple fibre . While currently close up for reclamation , Alex Duff will be reopen its doors afterwards this summer for daylight ( and nighttime ) swimmers .
High Park Pool
High ParkHigh Park spans about 400 acres , so we ’ll forgive you if you did n’t recognise there was a devoid outdoor pool hidden in its Brobdingnagian sweep . The alteration way are in indigence of a few update ( and a thorough clean ) , but if you ’re looking to beat the heat energy after your viscid afternoon perambulation in the lush greenery of Toronto ’s largest park , High Park Pool will not disappoint . Pool - hoppers mind – the syndicate is under surveillance almost 24/7 , and probably not your top pick for nighttime adventures . But no risk , no payoff ?
Riverdale Park East
Donald D. Summerville Olympic Pools
The BeachesDonald D. Summerville may not be a syndicate - grounder ’s paradise , but take a time out from your nighttime bodily process to check out this puddle on Woodbine Beach . There ’s something for everyone , with a 50 m pool for serious bather as well as two additional pools for leisure and diving . Stop by after the beach , and lounge on the deck by the lap covering pool for excellent the great unwashed - watch and sunbathing .
Monarch Park Pool
DanforthMonarch Park is a great east - side stop consonant at Danforth and Coxwell . The adeptness include a dog park ( because four legs good , two legs bad ) , a 25 m pool , a wading pond , a raise seating area expanse for some pool - side lounging , and most importantly , a two - level waterslide . This was a local pool - hopping stamping ground in eld past , though activity has decreased as of tardy – raise its popularity would make it a young / onetime frontier for nighttime explorer .
Stanley Park
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Sunnyside Gus Ryder Pool|Ken Faught/Toronto Star/Getty Images
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Monarch Park Pool|Patti Gower/Toronto Star/Getty Images
