When GURU Juicy Superfruit isn’t enough to take the edge off this summer, there’s nothing quite as refreshing as a swim. For most city dwellers, this mean’s finding an outdoor public pool (or pretending to be friends with someone who’s got one of their own). On the off chance we are blessed with another day or two of sunshine before September, here are three sweet spots to get your swim on.

The ‘Secret’ McGill Pool
A shady, grassy, no-frills escape for under $5
Pros: Full of hot locals, a great antidote to a sweaty hike up and down the mountain, like a picnic in the park – with swimming!
Cons: A bit of a trek from Mile End or further, the bathrooms smell funny, somewhat less of a ‘secret’ as the word spreads (oops)

De La Montagne Hotel Roof
Just an elevator ride away from the hustle and bustle of downtown
Pros: Stunning view of the city, right by the bar, open late, features kitschy live music every Thursday
Cons: The pool’s quite small, prepare to get ogled

Mont St. Sauveur Water Park
Feel like a kid again with an out-of-town adventure
Pros: With water slides and restaurants it’s more than just a swimming pool
Cons: A day pass costs $35, expect extreme line-ups on weekends, some of those steep slides are apt to take your bikini top (wait, is that a pro?)

Images c/o Rhiannon Brock