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Recreational Ponds

Swim and relax in clean, natural water right in your own yard.

Your own natural refuge

Your own natural refuge

If you live in town, a place to relax in nature can be hard to find. A recreational pond brings that refuge home. There is no need to travel for beautiful scenery when it is right in your backyard. It is a wonderful way to spend time with family, combining the fun of a swimming pool with the natural beauty of a planted pond.

A fun, safe place for the whole family

A fun, safe place for the whole family

A recreational pond is eco-friendly and chemical-free, so it is a safe alternative to a chlorinated pool for people and pets alike. Everyone can make the most of sunny days and swim to their heart's content, enjoying nature in the comfort of home. Get the whole family outside and spending more time together.

How it works

A simple, stress-free process

Your yard should be a place where you can fully relax. We have built a simple process that delivers the result you want with zero stress.

  1. 01

    Get in Touch

    Connect with us through our form or give us a call. Tell us what you have in mind and we will schedule an on-site consultation.

  2. 02

    We Build It

    Once we agree on the estimate and timeline, we draft the contract and start building your recreational pond.

  3. 03

    Love Your Recreational pond

    When the work is done, we walk the finished project with you. Then enjoy your beautiful new outdoor space.

Investment

Recreational pond prices

Want to create a corner of paradise in your backyard? We are here to turn your outdoor space into a retreat.

Basic Recreational Pond

Basic Recreational Pond

$103,000

A 15 by 30 foot pond, 4 feet deep, with a wetland filtration system, intake bay skimmer, and waterfalls.

Average Recreational Pond

Average Recreational Pond

$150,000

A 20 by 25 foot pond, 6 feet deep, with a wetland filtration system, intake bay skimmer, and waterfalls.

High-End Recreational Pond

High-End Recreational Pond

$200,000+

A 25 by 30 foot pond, 6 feet deep, with a wetland filtration system, intake bay skimmer, and waterfalls.

Prices are averages and may vary with the size of your project and your choice of features. You will receive an exact quote after an on-site consultation.

Recent work

Inspiration from real Iowa yards

Browse our recent work for inspiration on your own backyard upgrade.

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Fountainscapes and pondless features installed and upgraded

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Ponds installed and upgraded

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Ponds repaired

Reviews

Happy customers are the proof

"Our recreational pond has become the heart of our summer. The kids swim every day and we love that it is completely natural. No chlorine, no chemicals, just clean, beautiful water."

Debra Salowitz

"We wanted a pool but did not love the maintenance or the chemicals. A recreational pond was the perfect solution. It looks gorgeous and the whole neighborhood wants to swim in it."

Karla McDowell

"From design to the first swim, Just Add Water made the process seamless. The filtration system keeps the water crystal clear and the waterfalls add a calm we did not expect."

Kasi Koehler

Swim your worries away in a recreational pond