Public splash pads and pools are opening in L.A., but it's a trickle, not a torrent

As rules shift, some L.A. pools are opening while others stay shut.

Los Angeles County opened 14 free “splash pads” today to help families keep cool in the summer heat, but as public officials struggle to reckon with rising coronavirus infections, many public facilities remain closed. For many people, the easiest swimming option is the ocean.

That said, some public pools have opened in recent weeks, as have many hotels with pools. Some hotels sell day-use passes that grant pool access. Many water parks and public pools remain closed, as state and county officials gradually adjust their COVID-19 guidance. L.A.

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