Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation serves as a regional partner for local amenities, including the maintenance and scheduling of specific community spaces. One such collaboration is the Taylorsville-Vista Baseball Complex, located at 2200 W. 5000 South. According to the site's own documentation, this 18-acre complex is a joint project between the City of Taylorsville and Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation. The facility features four tournament quality fields designed for players in the Little League and Babe Ruth age groups. While the ballfields are reserved for league use only, the Vista Park pavilion is available for reservation. Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation is responsible for maintaining the complex and scheduling the fields with the local youth leagues.
Beyond baseball, the county's influence extends to aquatic facilities such as the Taylorsville Pool. Located at 4914 South 2700 West, this outdoor pool features a zero-depth entry design. The facility is equipped with a diving board, a water slide, interactive water play features, and both 25- and 50-meter lap lanes. To assist visitors during the summer, the facility provides expansive shade umbrellas and picnic tables that are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Residents can access the pool during various seasonal hours. For the standard week, the pool is open from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Monday through Friday, and from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Saturday. On Sunday, the facility operates from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The pool also maintains specific holiday hours for Juneteenth, Independence Day, Pioneer Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day, operating from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on those days. Regarding seasonal closures, the facility is scheduled to close for the season on Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2026.
Accessing the pool involves specific rates and fees. According to the facility's rate schedule, daily outdoor pool passes are subject to an additional Facility Improvement Fee of $.50 per person. For youth ages 3-17, the cost is $3.50, while adults ages 18-61 pay $4.50. Seniors aged 62-79 are priced at $3.50. For those with a disability, a fitness pass for all ages is $3.50 and includes one assistant. Children ages 2 and under, as well as super seniors aged 80 and older, are free to enter. The pool also offers rentals, such as a two-hour rental for $600 for specific Friday and Saturday evening time slots.
For residents seeking employment, Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation offers lifeguard positions, which can be explored through their specific jobs page. For assistance during the off-season, residents may contact the Taylorsville Recreation Center at (385) 468-1732.
What this means for Taylorsville
Residents of Taylorsville can utilize Salt Lake County Parks and Recreation for both organized sports and leisure. Whether visiting the Vista Baseball Complex for youth leagues or using the Taylorsville Pool for swimming, these facilities offer community-wide amenities. By understanding the specific schedules, fees, and reservation rules, Taylorsville residents can effectively plan their visits to these public recreational spaces.
