Haywood County -- August 30, 2026: As cooler mountain temperatures roll in this fall, Haywood County residents have plenty of high-quality indoor facilities to maintain fitness, swim laps, and connect with the community. Leading the seasonal transition is welcome news for weekend schedules in Waynesville.
Waynesville Recreation Center Welcomes Back Sunday Hours: Starting August 30, 2026, the Waynesville Recreation Center (550 Vance Street) resumes Sunday operations from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. after a multi-year hiatus. The flagship municipal facility features a temperature-controlled eight-lane lap pool, an interactive water park play area, an elevated indoor walking track, two full basketball courts, a weight room, and dedicated fitness studios.
The Old Armory Recreation Center (Waynesville): Located at 44 Boundary Street, this historic 1936 facility serves as a vibrant hub for community sports and active older adults throughout the fall and winter. It hosts indoor pickleball sessions, open gym basketball, indoor walking hours, martial arts, clogging classes, and senior nutrition gatherings.
Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center (Clyde): Situated at 75 Leroy George Drive, this comprehensive 54,000-square-foot medical fitness facility provides a six-lane 25-yard heated indoor pool, a 1/10-mile indoor rubberized track, racquetball courts, cardio theaters, saunas, steam rooms, and a full fall schedule of group exercise classes ranging from low-impact water aerobics to cycling.
Canton & Community Indoor Programming: The Town of Canton and Haywood County community programs offer a variety of seasonal indoor activities, including youth fall/winter basketball leagues, open gym nights, and active adult wellness programming at local community and senior centers across the county.