Where to Swim in Wake Forest

I’m heading out to Wake Forest for a wedding this weekend–does anyone know a good place to drop in and swim on a Sunday or Monday? I’m not really picky on whether it may be a masters group or just a pool with lap swim hours, just need somewhere to get my swim fix!

And while I’m here… any other outdoor activities I shouldn’t miss while I’m out there for the long weekend?


The YMCA at The Factory or the Kerr YMCA are nearby. When I was living in Raleigh, I went to the Kerr location. Very nice.

I’m not sure if they allow day passes though.

http://www.ymcatriangle.org/ymca-factory
http://www.ymcatriangle.org/kerr-family-ymca

Swimmers Guide is pretty good for finding pools and also some Masters swim groups.

http://swimmersguide.com/
I also use the USMS.org “places to swim” link also.
Good luck and have fun!
KS

Thanks for the help Karen and kanebikes!


This is where I swim in Winston-Salem.

ymcanwnc.org/locations/williamgwhite/swim/

The morning swim isn’t too bad, that last time I went I did have to share a lane for about 10 minutes but that was it. Water wasn’t too warm and the people were very nice. If you have a Y membership somewhere else you can get a free day pass.

As far as outdoor activities there are a lot of nice trails in and around the area.