July, 2025
By Rachel Goings, Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce Public Relations Manager
The Indian Valley Community Pool in Taylorsville, CA opened for the 2025 season with fresh upgrades, a full staff of lifeguards and expanded programs that are bringing families and swimmers back to the water in the heart of Indian Valley.
Under the management of the Indian Valley Recreation and Parks District (IVRPD), the pool has seen significant improvements this year. “The interior of the pool was replaced, and we added a new deck that doesn’t heat up—easy walking for little feet,” shared Sue Weber of IVRPD. New pumps, solar heating, a winter pool cover and a new solar blanket have also been installed. These upgrades, funded by insurance money paid out to IVRPD after the 2021 Dixie Fire, complete the district’s comprehensive pool improvement project, ensuring the facility is ready for years of community use.
With four lifeguards on staff, along with a swim instructor, a water aerobics instructor and a pool manager, the pool has the capacity to stay open on weekends and extend free-swim hours, providing more opportunities for families to cool off during the hot summer months. The pool season will continue through Labor Day weekend.
Swim school was well attended under instructor Laura Kearns, with the first two-week session wrapping the last week of June and a second session at the beginning of July. Water aerobics classes kicked off on June 30 under the guidance of Ramona Eaglesmith, known for making workouts both challenging and fun.
The pool also hosts birthday party rentals, offering private parties for $100 for two hours from 6:15–8:15 p.m. Additionally, IVRPD is planning fun evening swim parties specifically for kids ages 12–14 and 15–18 this month, giving local youth a safe and social place to gather. Visit the Indian Valley Community Pool’s Facebook page for current schedules and events.
While the pool is a community gem, it is only one part of IVRPD’s broader vision to rebuild and expand recreational opportunities across Indian Valley. In partnership with Plumas Charter School’s Indian Valley Academy, IVRPD will open a new fitness center and maker space at the school, with access to an art room and culinary room for additional programs. IVRPD is also leading the renovation of Greenville Park on Hot Springs Road, with a toddler play-zone already completed and plans underway for upgrades to basketball courts and softball fields, as well as pavilion improvements supported by the Rotary Club. There is also hope for new pickleball courts at both the Taylorsville Campgrounds and the school campus.
“IVRPD’s mission is to utilize our funds, in partnership with Indian Valley Community Service District and the county, for capital improvements while investing in the future sustainability of our programs,” said Weber. “We would love to see community members with talent sharing their gifts through classes, clinics and programs for kids and adults. Our vision is to offer many opportunities for the community to come together in fun, creative and engaging activities.”
To help bring this vision to life, IVRPD is looking forward to hiring an executive director soon and just launched a new website to keep the community informed. Residents can visit www.IVRPD.org for updated information on pool schedules, programs and ways to get involved.
As Indian Valley continues to rebuild after the Dixie Fire, the Indian Valley Community Pool stands as a place of cool relief and connection, supporting local families and helping neighbors come together for some summer fun.
