Salazar Eco Park
A recreational park featuring an Olympic-size seawater pool built for the 1998 CVIRAA games, offering unique pool swimming in natural seawater.
The overview
About Salazar Eco Park
Salazar Eco Park is a recreational area in Madridejos that gained significance when it hosted the Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) games in 1998. The park features an Olympic-size seawater swimming pool that was constructed specifically for the athletic games and remains open to the public today. This unique facility offers visitors the experience of swimming in a large pool filled with seawater - combining the benefits of a controlled swimming environment with the natural minerals of ocean water. The pool and surrounding grounds provide recreational opportunities for both locals and tourists looking for activities beyond the beach. The eco park represents Madridejos' investment in sports and recreation infrastructure, offering a different kind of water activity for visitors who prefer pool swimming over ocean beaches. It's particularly popular with families and those who want a break from sandy beaches while still enjoying the water.
What makes it worth it
Highlights
- Olympic-size seawater pool
- Historic CVIRAA games venue
- Public swimming facility
- Alternative to beach swimming
- Family-friendly
- Unique seawater pool experience
- 1 Bring your own swimming gear. The seawater pool offers a different experience from beach swimming. Good option for those who prefer pools over ocean swimming. Check locally for current operating hours and fees.
Wayfinder route
How to get there
Located in Madridejos municipality. From Santa Fe, take a tricycle toward Madridejos town proper (approximately 35 minutes). Ask locally for directions to Salazar Eco Park.
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Entrance Fee
Small entrance fee (check locally for current rates)
Opening Hours
Check locally for current operating hours
Duration
1-2 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Best Time to Visit
Daytime hours. Year-round operation.
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