A small backyard can make a pool feel out of reach. It is easy to assume there is not enough space and give up before asking. The truth is that a small backyard pool is very possible, and you have more options than you might expect. Even a compact yard can fit a pool you will actually use. The real question is which type fits your space and how you plan to use it.
What Size Small Backyard Pool Can Be
The answer depends on the material you choose. We build in both fiberglass and gunite, and each one fits a small yard in a different way. Fiberglass gives you proven models in set sizes, and gunite lets you build to any shape you want. The right path comes down to your space and how much you want to customize.
Fiberglass Options for a Compact Yard
If you have a small backyard and want a pool, we have several fiberglass models to choose from. Our smallest option is about 10 feet wide and 16 feet long. Most of our small fiberglass pools land in this range:
- 10 to 12 feet wide
- 14 to 16 feet long
- Rectangular shapes for clean, efficient use of space
Fiberglass is a strong fit when you want a quality pool without a fully custom build. We can walk you through every option to find the one that suits your space.
Swim Spas for the Tightest Spaces
When a yard is too tight even for our smallest pool, we offer a fiberglass swim spa model. It gives you a place to relax and cool off in a footprint smaller than a standard pool. You get the water you want without giving up your whole yard.
Pro Tip: Measure your usable yard space before you settle on a shape. Knowing your real dimensions helps us match you to the right model faster.
Need expert help planning a pool for a tight space? Contact Hinkle for a free consultation.
Going Custom with Gunite
If you want something more customizable, gunite is the way to go. It opens up options that fiberglass cannot.
A Pool with No Size Limits
With gunite, we can build any size you want. There are no size constraints, so the pool is shaped to your yard instead of the other way around. That freedom also means freeform shapes and curves, not only rectangles. If your lot has an odd corner or an unusual shape, a gunite pool can be designed to follow it exactly.
A Small Backyard Pool Built Around You
Your pool should match how you actually plan to use it. If you are a little older and just want a pool to get into and cool off rather than swim laps, we have models for that. We are even working with a builder in Kansas City on a concept for smaller pools in a patio-home setting. Those run about 10 feet wide and 12 feet long. That project leans toward a swim-spa feel and is meant for model homes, which shows just how flexible a smaller pool can be.
Design Your Small Backyard Pool with Hinkle
A small yard is not a dead end for a pool. Between our fiberglass models, swim spas, and fully custom gunite builds, there is a size and shape that fit almost any space. The right choice comes down to how much room you have and how you want to use the water. We have designed pools for yards of every size, and we will tell you honestly what will fit and what will not.
When you are ready to make it happen, our team will help you plan the perfect small backyard pool for your yard.
