The Sverdlovsk region offers numerous options for residents and visitors seeking to cool off and enjoy the summer weather. Several locations provide swimming opportunities and other water-based activities.

For a luxurious experience close to the city, the “White Horse” country club features a spa center with an outdoor pool, Finnish and Russian steam rooms, and plunge pools. Open from 10:00 to 21:30, it’s located 40 km from Yekaterinburg in Kadnikovo village.

Those seeking a tranquil escape can visit the “Apple Orchard” country club, approximately 300 km from Yekaterinburg in Verkhoturye. It boasts a swimming pool with panoramic views and is open from 09:00 to 21:00. A four-hour visit costs 1100 rubles on weekdays and 1300 rubles on weekends for adults, and 550 rubles on weekdays and 650 rubles on weekends for children aged 4 to 12.

Sports enthusiasts might prefer the “Klyuch-Kamen” club, located 90 km from Yekaterinburg near Pervouralsk. This venue offers bathhouse facilities, rafting on the Chusovaya River, and kayaking, with operating hours from Wednesday to Sunday, 09:00 to 20:00.

The “Chusovaya” recreation center also caters to bathhouse lovers, featuring a spa complex with a thermal pool. Located 82 km from Yekaterinburg in Sloboda village, it’s open from 09:00 to 19:00 on weekdays and 11:00 to 16:00 on weekends. A four-hour visit costs 1100 rubles on weekdays and 2000 rubles on weekends for adults, and 800 rubles on weekdays and 1300 rubles on weekends for children.

“Ogon Plyazh” (Fire Beach), situated 25 km from Yekaterinburg in Sanatorny village, offers a variety of entertainment, including a sandy beach, volleyball, and a warm pool. Open from 10:00 to 21:00, the hotel operates 24/7. Prices vary for different activities, such as playground access (250-650 rubles), jet ski rental (3500-7500 rubles), catamaran arena (1300-2100 rubles), SUP-surfing (600-5000 rubles), sun lounger rental (600-1800 rubles), and parking (700-800 rubles).

For a family-friendly option, the “Europe-Asia” camping site is just a 15-minute drive from Yekaterinburg. It provides a beach for children with a pool and slides, along with free showers, toilets, and changing rooms. Open from 10:00 to 21:00, entrance costs 500 rubles, sun lounger rental is 1000 rubles, car entry is 1000 rubles, and gazebo/VIP tent rental is 5000 rubles.

The “Chalet 1971” country park-hotel, located 20 km from Yekaterinburg near Pervouralsk, features a swimming pool open until 21:00. The park offers a recreation area with sun loungers, a changing room, and a sauna. Access to the pool, including sun lounger rental, sauna access, and changing room, is available without booking accommodation. Operating hours are from 09:00 to 21:00.

It is important to note that swimming is strictly prohibited in certain Ural reservoirs due to potential health risks.