This Natural Pool In Minnesota Will Make You Feel Like You’re At The Lake
By Betsy Rathburn|Published July 30, 2019
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Betsy Rathburn
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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 20 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
Minnesota is well-known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Many of the state’s lakes are picture-perfect for swimming, boating, fishing, and other outdoor recreation. But that doesn’t mean it’s always convenient to get to them. They may be far away, only accessible by boat, or overcrowded. Moreover, some people simply don’t like swimming in muddy-bottomed lakes full of slimy fish.
That’s where Minnesota’s natural swimming pool comes in. It’s the perfect mix between a lake and a pool, and it’s a great way to cool off this summer. Take a look:
Webber Natural Swimming Pool has been a popular pool in Minneapolis, Minnesota, since it opened in 2016. It's located at the Webber Community Center and your whole family will enjoy a visit here.
If you've never heard of Webber, you might be wondering what a natural pool is. In short, it's one that is not treated with chemicals to stay clean. Instead, filters and natural plants keep the pool clean.
In the pool itself, there are no plants. It has a bottom just like any other pool. A zero-depth entry makes it easily accessible, with the shallow area going up to 3 feet 7 inches deep.
There are even swimming lanes for practicing your laps. This is the only area of the pool that costs money! It's open Tuesday through Friday, and it costs $3 to swim laps.
A grassy area surrounds the pool, perfect for spreading out a towel and soaking in some rays. The pool is open 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Aside from the lap swimming area, it's 100 percent free to get in!
Have you been to the Webber Natural Swimming Pool? For more information about the pool, take a look at the page on the Minneapolis Parks website and the Facebook page.
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