About Highland Park Aquatic Center

Highland Park Aquatic Center - aerial view of water park.

Highland Park Aquatic Center offers a number of programs and amenities. These include:

  • Two-story water slide
  • Lap swim pool
  • Splash pad
  • Children's activity pool
  • Diving boards
  • Concessions
  • Swimming lessons
  • Water aerobics

The center is located outdoors in Highland Park. It's open seasonally during the summer.

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Highland Park Aquatic Center will be open for the summer June 11-September 1, 2025.

June 14 weather update

Due to the forecasted low temperatures:

  • The Como Regional Park Pool and the Highland Park Aquatic Center will remain closed for all programming on June 14. . The current weather conditions and water temps are unsafe for participants or our lifeguards to go in.
  • Lake Phalen beach will remain open and staffed for outdoor recreation during regularly scheduled beach hours. 

 Hoping for warmer temperatures on Sunday so we can welcome you all to our facilities.

Programs and Activities

Amenities and Prices

Work With Us! Lifeguard Training and Jobs

We offer two lifeguard training programs for young people:

  • Junior Lifeguard (ages 11 to 14): This training helps young people develop advanced swimming and water safety skills.
  • Lifeguard Training Certification Course (ages 15 and up): This is an American Red Cross lifeguard certification class. Students who successfully complete training will earn their lifeguard certification.

Learn More About Lifeguard Training Register for Lifeguard Training  

Already a certified lifeguard? Email us at parksaquatics@ci.stpaul.mn.us to apply. We hire year-round.

Last Edited: June 14, 2025