There are 52 Reasons a year to love Lake Oswego but the summer months offer some very special reasons why kids love living here.

LAKE GROVE SWIM PARK. When my wife and I first visited Lake Oswego, Oregon, we drove by the Lake Grove Swim Park and jealously eyed the carefree folks who were spending their summer afternoon in a setting that waterfront homeowners pay millions for. Little did we know the Lake Grove Swim Park would become our summer vacation spot for years to come once we bought a home and decided to live in Lake Oswego.

Even though we lived on one of the canals, giving us access to the entire lake, when our kids were little, the Lake Grove Swim Park was where they wanted to be. And what kid wouldn’t?!

Besides the swimming areas there is equipment to rent to play volleyball, badminton, soccer, basketball, cornhole, ping pong, frisbee and Kan Jam, a snack shack, swim lessons, and play structure.

And parents can breathe a little easier knowing there are lifeguards on duty (swim tests are required for deeper areas).

Operated by the Lake Oswego School District, the park may be used by all LOSD students (students under 7 years of age must be accompanied by a guardian who has access to the park), and any non-LOSD students who reside within the boundaries of the former Lake Grove School District. Residents must have a park pass issued annually in order to use the swim park and can be obtained by providing proof of residency.

The swim park is open from noon to 8:00 p.m. daily, weather permitting from June 14 through August 24. 3800 Lakeview Blvd., 503.635.0356 during park hours.

For more information check out the Swim Park website and an earlier blog.

LAKE OSWEGO SWIM PARK. All Lake Oswego residents have another swimming option on the east side of the lake from July 1 through August 31. The Lake Oswego Swim Park is open to all Lake Oswego residents with proof of residency as well as their accompanied guests. Visitors will find lounge chairs, picnic tables, water toys, inner tubes, and certified lifeguards to ensure an enjoyable and safe afternoon.

Hours are from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 pm., weather and staffing permitting. 250 Ridgeway Road, 971.482.8686 during park hours.  

COMMUNITY POOLS. Depending on where you live in Lake Oswego, you might have access to one of the popular community pools including:

Greentree. Located at 1773 Greentree Road , the Greentree Pool is open to residents residing within the Hallinan Elementary or Westridge Elementary school boundaries with membership capped at 150 families. In addition to the pool, there is a party deck, two gas grill BBQs, bathrooms, showers, changing areas, picnic tables and umbrellas, a foosball table and sunbathing lounge chairs. Currently there is a waitlist that you can join, once you’ve determined your eligibility. There is a one-time $600 initiation fee and annual dues which are currently set at $650.

Bryant Woods. This pool, located at is for the exclusive use of Association members, members’ household and invited guests. The pool hours are subject to the Board’s discretion, but generally during the season (Memorial Day through September) hours are 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for lap swimming and 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for recreational swimming. Special events are often offered to foster connection among residents. Check the website for association boundaries.

Blue Heron. The Blue Heron Homeowners Association pool is available to all 111-member homes. Owned by the BHHA, it is maintained financially with annual dues. Generally, the pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (with volunteer member pool openers) and 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with lifeguards on duty. 17791 Blue Heron Drive; Pool Phone Number: 503.638.0964.

LAKE OSWEGO RECREATION AND AQUATICS CENTER. This summer kids have a new place to hang out in the water – the new Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatics Center. The recreational pool features a play structure with a 1 foot depth area, spray features and a small slide, an L-shaped section around the big water slide splashdown that features an in-water bench with depth varying between 3 feet 6 inches and 5 feet and 3-25yard lap lanes that can be used for lap swim and independent exercise with a depth from 3 feet 6 inches to 5 feet. Swim lessons are also offered. For a complete schedule and additional information check the website. Membership fees do apply and available here.

LAKE OSWEGO EASEMENTS. There are 20 easements on the lake that give deed holders access to a wide variety of options to enjoy Oswego Lake. For a complete breakdown of the amenities of each as well as cost, check out our previous blog.

We’d love to help you make the move to Lake Oswego so you too, can enjoy all there is to love. Get in touch and you’ll discover why we were recently ranked as one of the top real estate agent groups in the United States. Market knowledge, personal service and integrity are what guide our business. Let us help make your next move your best one!

Kevin Costello 503.939.9801 kevin.costello@cascadehasson.com

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