Where to Cool Off in Coquitlam
The City has many places for community members to beat the heat including cooled indoor spaces, outdoor pools and free spray parks. At all times, everyone is welcome to visit Coquitlam’s cooled public indoor spaces during regular business hours, including Coquitlam City Hall and all recreation centres.
Outdoor Pools and Spray Parks
Eagle Ridge Outdoor Pool (2689 Guildford Way) and Blue Mountain Wading Pool (975 King Albert Way) are open for drop-ins. For information, hours and rates visit coquitlam.ca/OutdoorPools. (Note: Spani Pool is currently closed for a facility upgrade.)
Coquitlam also has 10 free spray parks:
- Burns Park Spray Park, 802 Edgar Ave.
- Cottonwood Spray Park, 672 Aspen St.
- Galloway Spray Park, 3404 Galloway Ave.
- Mackin Spray Park, 1046 Brunette Ave.
- Norm Staff Spray Park, 3320 David Ave.
- Panorama Spray Park, 1485 Johnson St.
- Rochester Spray Park, 1390 Rochester Ave.
- Sheffield Spray Park, 3510 Sheffield Ave
- Blue Mountain Spray Park, 975 King Albert Ave.
- Town Centre Spray Park, 1299 Pinetree Way
There are also many local parks that offer shaded areas and urban forest shade. To find park locations near you, visit coquitlam.ca/ParkFinder.
Libraries, malls, restaurants and retail shops are also great places to get out of the heat and support local businesses while enjoying air-conditioned spaces.
Staying Safe During Hot Weather
Excessive heat can be dangerous to your health and the health of your loved ones. But there are many things you can do to prepare for warmer weather or an extreme heat emergency. Follow these tips to help keep cool and ensure the safety of others:
- Avoid activities that require lots of effort such as exercising during the daytime when the weather is hottest.
- Wear light clothing and a hat when in direct sun.
- Stay hydrated with cool liquids especially water. (Note: Many City parks, including Town Centre Park and Mundy Park, have drinking water fountains.)
- Find shelter in shaded areas such as parks and trails.
- Check on people at risk and get them to a cool space or seek medical attention, if required.
- Offer pets plenty of water and ways to stay cool, such as a cool damp towel to lay on.
- Never leave pets or children in enclosed vehicles, even with windows open or in the shade.
