- Rent boats, kayaks and more.
- Please take the state-mandated training before renting watercraft (motorized and non-motorized).
- No lifeguards on duty at any JBLM beaches.
- No alcohol is permitted on the beaches. The only exception is for unit events when an Exception to Policy is requested through Outdoor Recreation (initiated during the pavilion reservation process).
- Please help keep our parks clean; Pack it in, pack it out. There are trash receptacles located throughout the park as well as large dumpsters near the entrance/exit of the park to dispose of any unwanted items.
- Use caution when swimming in American Lake and other local bodies of water. Waters in the area maintain constant temperatures throughout the year, and there’s a risk of hypothermia.
- Stay hydrated.
- Use sunscreen.
- Check on friends and neighbors.
- Please don’t leave children or pets in your vehicle, even for a second. Temps can reach lethal levels very quickly.
Stay cool outdoors with MWR!
Check out one of JBLM’s Splash Parks!
Freedom Park Splash Park: Open daily 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Near Bowl Arena Lanes; use 2272 Liggett Ave. for driving directions.
Summer Cove Splash Park: Open daily 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Near Russell Landing Marina; use 8981 American Lake Ave. for driving directions and take a left from the marina parking lot.
McChord Pool: Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through the season.
Pool schedule
Russell Landing Marina
Now open: Friday-Monday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Shoreline Park is great for swimming!
Summer safety
Stay cool indoors with MWR!
Bowl Arena Lanes, Warrior Zone (ages 18+), Habanero Mexican Grill, Sounders Indoor Playground, McChord Library and Tin Hutt BBQ at Eagle's Pride Golf are air-conditioned. Find addresses and hours throughout this website.
