- Rent boats, kayaks and paddleboards at the marina or the NW Adventure Center.
- Please take the state-mandated training before renting watercraft (motorized and non-motorized).
- We have repaired the boat launch!
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Hours are dawn to dusk at these two locations.
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No swimming is allowed at any other JBLM beach location.
- 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 a constant temperature year-round, 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.
Swimming, Splashing & Shorelines!
McChord Pool: Closed for the season. See you in 2027!
Russell Landing Marina
Open May 22-Sep. 7, 2026: Friday-Monday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
NO SWIMMING
Check out one of JBLM’s Splash Parks!
Freedom Park Splash Park: Open daily May 23- Sep. 7
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Near Bowl Arena & the Children's Museum at JBLM;
Summer Cove Splash Park: Open daily May 23- Sep. 7
9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Near Russell Landing Marina.
Shoreline Park & Summer Cove
Swim at your own risk area June 11-Sep. 1.
Summer safety
Stay cool indoors with MWR!
Bowl Arena, Warrior Zone (ages 18+), Habanero Mexican Grill, Sounders Indoor Playground, McChord Library, Arts & Crafts Center and Masonry at the Green at Eagle's Pride Golf are air-conditioned. Find addresses and hours throughout this website.
