Grand Junction Can Finally Tour Its New Recreation Center

Grand Junction’s Community Recreation Center is almost ready. The 107,000-square-foot facility at Matchett Park nears opening day in September, with five St. Mary’s Pools already being filled.

As construction nears completion, the public will have a chance to take guided tours of the grounds before opening day. Keep scrolling to find out how to be a part of an upcoming tour.

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Your First Chance to See Inside the New Community Recreation Center

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I don’t think Grand Junction will have to try very hard to fall in love with the new recreation center at Matchett Park. It’s located just off 28 ¼ Road with an impressive view of both Mount Garfield and the Grand Mesa. Located at 2836 Recreation Way, the community's upcoming tours will be the first chance to check out the space before it officially opens to the public. Want to take a look before deciding on a family membership? Just stop by during an upcoming scheduled tour time, and can window shop from inside.

Current Grand Junction Community Recreation Center Tour Schedule

The first tours of the new Community Recreation Center begin August 24. You can select from several times throughout the week, with an evening tour on Wednesdays and a mid-morning tour on Saturdays. Advance registration is NOT required; select a scheduled tour and show up at the facility. See the first two weeks of tour times below, and see the full CRC Tour Schedule here.

The Week of August 24–29

Monday, Aug. 24: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 25: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 26: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 27: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 28: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 29: 10 a.m.

The Week of August 31–September 4

Monday, Aug. 31: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 1: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 2: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 3: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Friday, Sept. 4: 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m.

What Will You See Inside the New Community Recreation Center?

The recreation center includes a three-court gymnasium, indoor track, a fitness area, climbing features, and community rooms. The five St. Mary’s Pools may be the biggest draw, including a six-lane lap pool, plunge pool, leisure pool, zero-depth entry pool, and wellness pool, with different water temperatures designed for different uses. Find out more about admission costs and hours here.

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