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Willis R. Casey Aquatic Center

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Premier aquatic complex at NC State offering Olympic pools, dive well, and warm-up lanes for swimmers of all levels.

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Experience premier Olympic pools and dive well at Willis R. Casey Aquatic Center. Ideal for competitive and recreational swimmers in Raleigh, NC.

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Willis R. Casey Aquatic Center is a well-maintained sports complex on NC State University campus featuring two Olympic-sized pools, a dive well reaching 11 feet deep, and extensive warm-up and cool-down facilities. Guests benefit from a clean, first-class swimming environment suitable for competitive athletes, recreational swimmers, and spectators.

What to Expect:

    🏊 Olympic-sized 50-meter main pool; 8 swimming lanes
    🀽 Dive well doubling as a warm-up pool, up to 11 ft deep
    🧺 Men’s locker room and quality changing facilities
    πŸš— Ample but compact parking adjacent to the gym

Important Information:

    – Pool availability varies due to NC State swim team practices
    – Parking can be tight during peak hours
    – Entrance is wheelchair accessible with accessible parking available
    – Payment accepted via credit and debit cards
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πŸ“ Local Insights

🏊 Peak Pool Hours: Saturdays from late morning to mid-afternoon are the busiest; plan visits early or late to find quiet lanes.

🀽 Lane Sharing Friendly: Swimmers often share lanes during peak times; don't hesitate to ask fellow swimmers to share space.

πŸš— Parking Tips: Parking nearby is limited; consider arriving early or carpooling during afternoons on weekends and weekday evenings.

πŸ“± Stay Updated: Pool closure info can be scarce; check the official website or call ahead before visiting.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 6 AM–10:45 PM

Tuesday: 6 AM–10:45 PM

Wednesday: 6 AM–10:45 PM

Thursday: 6 AM–10:45 PM

Friday: 6 AM–8:45 PM

Saturday: 10 AM–6:45 PM

Sunday: 10 AM–10:45 PM

πŸ‘‰ Best For

Competitive swimmers, recreational swimmers, swim training

Willis R. Casey Aquatic Center

2611 Cates Ave
,
Raleigh
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NC
27606

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
The aquatic center receives glowing reviews for its clean, first-rate pools and facilities, with swimmers appreciating the maintained Olympic-size pools and warm dive well. Some note parking is limited and becomes challenging during busy periods. Many highlight courteous staff and the swimming environment’s suitability for both competitive and recreational swimmers. A small number mention a lack of real-time updates on pool closures.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Olympic Pools; Dive Well; Warm-up Pool; Men's Locker Room; Wheelchair Accessible Entrance; Wheelchair Accessible Parking; Credit Card Payment; Debit Card Payment

πŸ“† Best Times to Visit

Visit early mornings or late evenings during weekdays for less crowd. Saturdays mid-morning to afternoon is busiest. Check for swim team practice closures.
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