John Lowery Municipal Pool (JLMP) at Thornton Park

1625 17th St
Bedford, IN 47421

 Phone: ​812-275-3127

 Hours: Daily, 12pm – 6pm (Weekends only 8/5 - 9/1)*

 Daily Admissions*

Adult: $4
Child: $3 (2 and under are free)
All Day Water Slide Pass: $2

*See below for Adult Lap Swim hours and rates, and pool rental rates.

JLMP 2026 Season:

Open Daily May 3rd - August 4th
(Weekends Only 8/5 - Labor Day) 

Adult Lap Swim

Adult Lap Swim Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 11:00-11:45 AM & 6:00-6:45 PM
Friday-Sunday: 11:00-11:45 AM only

Adult Lap Swim Rates:

  • Summer: $50
  • Monthly: $20
  • Daily: $2

Purchase Summer and Monthly options at the Parks Department Office at 1625 Q Street; open weekdays 7am-4pm.

Pool Rentals

Searching for that unique place to host your special occasion? Look no further because the John Lowery Municipal Pool is the perfect place for you to have birthday parties, family get-togethers and large group outings. The pool is available to rent throughout the summer on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening from 6:30pm to 8:30pm and must be reserved in advance through the Park Department office. Outside food and drink is not permitted, with the exception of cake/cupcakes and ice cream.  Call the Park Department to reserve your date beginning April 1st.

To reserve, contact the Parks Department office on weekdays 7am-4pm at: 812-275-5692.

JLMP Aerial Image

JLMP Aerial Image

JLMP Water Slide

JLMP Water Slide

JLMP Staff Image

JLMP Staff Image

Since you will be at the Pool, check out other amenities at Thornton Park

thornton Park