Kool Park Pool - Hickory, North Carolina

Physical: 3170 31st Ave. Court NE, Hickory, NC 28601
Mailing: P.O. Box 2556, Hickory, NC 28603

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828.256.8716

Welcome
Opening of Kool Park Pool, in May 1935, came about because the state wanted the gravel for the paving of nearby Springs Road for the first time. Founder “CAC” Carpenter, allowed the state to take the gravel in return for each load of gravel the state took they did a load for him so he could fulfill his dream or vision of a swimming pool. Much of the excavation was done with mules and dray pans and after two long years the original pool, 120 feet by 85 feet was complete. In the early 1960’s the pool was expanded to 235 feet long and today this pool is known worldwide. “CAC” Carpenter, also founder of Carpenter Decorating Co., died in 1974. His son, “Squally” Carpenter, born the year the pool opened, has owned and operated it every since his father’s death. Many came here when they were children and today they return with their grandchildren so they can share their many memories with them and at the same time make their own. Bring your family and start making your memories that will last a lifetime.

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Q. Has the Tower ever been lowered?
A. No - Same as from day one.

Q. Can I bring a cooler?
A. Yes - With the exception of no glass and alcohol.

Q. Will coolers be checked?
A. Yes - All coolers get checked.

Q. How long has the pool been here?
A. For 76 years. (Opened 1935)

Q. Was the pool always this size?
A. No, in the early 60s the pool was 120’ by 85’.

Q. Do we always have lifeguards on duty?
A. Yes

Q. Do we clear the pool so lifeguards can take breaks?
A. No

Q. Do we give rainchecks?
A. No

Q. Is there a additional fee for the waterslide?
A. No, it is included.

Q. Do I have to have a mat to go down the waterslide?
A. No

Q. When I pay how long can I stay?
A. All day from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Q. If I want to come and just watch my children swim do I pay?
A. Yes, everyone who comes thru the gate must pay.

Q. Are there group discounts and how many people do we have to have?
A. Yes, Monday thru Friday and you must have 25 people in a group before discount applies.

Q. What is considered a Group?
A. Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Church Youth, Daycares, Baseball teams, Cheerleaders, etc...

Q. Any group discounts on the weekends?
A. No

Q. Do we accept credit cards or checks?
A. Unfortunately we do not accept credit cards. In rare cases we do take checks but this is usually for groups only. (call for approval of use before arriving).

Q. Do we do Birthday parties?
A. Yes, we only provide the pool.

Q Can we decorate for parties?
A. Yes you may.

Q. Can we set up games in the picnic area?
A. Yes

Q. After Checking in can we leave for lunch and come back?
A. No, this privilege is for season ticket holders only.

Q. Can we bring our own floation deviecs?
A. Yes

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