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Parks and Recreation: Lake Shawnee: Swim Beach

Slide at the Swim Beach

Swim Beach Information

Opens May 29th on a daily basis until season end. Daily hours of operation are from noon to 6:30 p.m. Lake Shawnee has recently added a new bathhouse and 109 foot water slide.

Swim Lesson Schedules

Session Level Time Dates
Evening Session I Level I 7–7:30 p.m. June 7–17
Level II 7–7:30 p.m.
Level III 7:30–8:15 p.m.
Level IV 7:30–8:15 p.m.
Private 6:30–7 p.m.
Session Level Time Dates
Daytime Session I Level I 9:45–10:15 a.m. June 21–July 1
Level II 9:45–10:15 a.m.
Level III 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Level IV 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Private 9:15–9:45 a.m.
Session Level Time Dates
Evening Session II Level I 7–7:30 p.m. July 6–15
Level II 7–7:30 p.m.
Level III 7:30–8:15 p.m.
Level IV 7:30–8:15 p.m.
Private 6:30–7 p.m.

$25/child per session. Private $30/child per session. Classes Monday–Thursday.

Swim Area With Beach and Water Slide

Events

Dogs Day Out

Your pet will have free rein of the Lake Shawnee Swim Beach for a refreshing afternoon. Dogs will be allowed to play in the surf, sand and sun. Treats and plenty of shade and water will be available. All pets must be currently vaccinated and under their owner's control. Sunday, Aug. 29th Fee $1/Pet. Small dogs 12:30–1:30 p.m. · Large dogs 1:30–3 p.m.

Birthday Party Rentals

Come to lake Shawnee Swim Beach for your child’s birthday party. Party hours are from 9–11 a.m. or 7–9 p.m. any day of the week based on facility availability.

Free Swim

Saturday, July 17th noon–6:30 p.m.

Evening Rentals

Available from 7–9 p.m., based on availability. No reservations taken during swimming lessons or special events. Cost 0–30 people: $95. 31–75 people: $135. 76-150 people: $165.

Contacts

Lake Shawnee Swim Beach & Water Slide
3300 SE Croco Road
Topeka, KS 66605

785.266.8557

Recreation Programmer
Jennifer Wegener
785.267.1156