Waterparks, Pools, & Swimming
Seasonal Splashes: Year-Round Aquatic Adventures at Smugglers’ Notch Resort
At Smugglers’ Notch Resort, we believe that water is the essence of family fun and togetherness. Each of our pools and aquatic amenities is designed with families in mind, ensuring that every visit is filled with joy, relaxation, and the creation of cherished memories. As the seasons change, so does the experience, but the magic of family time remains constant.
Seasonal Water Playgrounds,
Pools, and Fresh Water Reservoirs
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Bootleggers’ Basin
Enjoy the ultimate Vermont summer playground in our fresh water reservoir! Last Day of operation, Monday, 8/25/25.
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Courtside Pool
Enjoy our pool year-round: outdoor heated pool in summer, then indoors in late fall and winter. Closed September 2 – 25, 2025
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Mountainside Water Playground
At Mountainside, youngsters enjoy a tube float around Little Smugglers’ Lagoon as big kids settle in for a slide down the Giant Rapid River Ride. Open through September 26, 2025
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Notchville Water Park
Dive into adventure at Notchville Park! Try the Lily Pad Walk, splash under waterfalls, and enjoy our pools and play areas, all safely monitored by our lifeguards. Open through August 24, 2025.
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Rum Runners’ Hideaway
Craving a refreshing freshwater swim? Hike to Rum Runner’s Hideaway, our serene, unguarded reservoir.
Currently Available Pools
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Courtside Pool
Enjoy our pool year-round: outdoor heated pool in summer, then indoors in late fall and winter. Closed September 2 – 25, 2025
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Mountainside Water Playground
At Mountainside, youngsters enjoy a tube float around Little Smugglers’ Lagoon as big kids settle in for a slide down the Giant Rapid River Ride. Open through September 26, 2025
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Aqua Fitness
Join us for an aqua fitness class and experience the benefits of a full-body workout in a refreshing and welcoming environment.
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Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons
See the difference a dedicated swim lesson can make.
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Lap Swim
Lap swimming offers a fantastic way to stay active and enjoy the water.
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“We love that we can have our adult fun (disc golf and mtn biking) and still have plenty of things for kiddo to do (pools and FunZone) We loved playing 9 holes of putt putt and then walking to the disc golf course. Golf two ways! lol”
Kendall from White River Junction, VT
Helpful Hints
Your Notch Card is your personalized access to our facilities! It can be loaded with a SmuggsPass or Daycation Ticket. Some vacation packages include access, and others can purchase access for a fee.
All children not yet toilet-trained must wear an approved swim diaper and snug-fitting swim attire when using any of our pool facilities.
We do not provide towels at our pools or water facilities. Please bring your own towel from home or from your Resort Condominium.
