Best Tennis and Pickleball courts in Bear Valley Springs, Kern County for 2026

Whiting Center in Bear Valley Springs

Summary / Description

4 lighted tennis courts and 4 lighted pickleball courts, and 1 indoor pickleball court at Whiting Sports center in Bear Valley Springs. Adult & junior camps, drills, clinics, lessons, and leagues are available. Great gym and recreation center. Nice atmosphere. There's a gym, rec room, jacuzzi hot tub, spa, sauna, basketball court, fitness room and they even have dance classes. There is also indoor basketball and other indoor sports. You must have a Bear Valley Springs amenities card to access The Whiting Center or be a guest of an amenities card holder. Staff is always nice and helpful. They have Bingo the first Saturday of each month, with a $20.00 buy in.

Tennis and pickleball courts are a great place for members of all ages to stay in shape and meet neighbors! Contact the Whiting Center for information on lessons, camps, drills, clinics, and leagues for all skill levels. The Oak Tree Tennis Club & Pickleball Club offer regular tournaments during the year.‍

Members who have Guests who would like to use the tennis/pickleball courts must visit the Whiting Center to receive a guest pass, and fill out a release of liability form, and pay applicable guest fees prior to play. Guests must be prepared to show the guest pass to a Ranger upon request.
For more information on Pickleball or Tennis programs, clubs, events, or lessons call +1 661-821-6523 or email rickl@BVSA.org.

Tennis/Pickleball Facility Information
MONDAY-FRIDAY: Summer: 8am – 9pm Winter: 8:30am – 7pm
SATURDAY: Summer: 8am – 9pm Winter: 8:30am – 7pm
SUNDAY: Summer: 8am – 9pm Winter: 8:30am – 7pm

AMENITY INFORMATION
Guest Court Fees must be paid at the Whiting Center prior to play.
Court Use Fees per day (3 hour max)
Member: $0
Guest with Member: $5
Guest without Member: $20

COURT USE MONTHLY PASS
Member: $0
Guest with Member: $40
Guest without Member: $55

INDOOR PICKLEBALL
On Wednesday, January 10th, the Whiting Center was fortunate to have volunteers from the Pickleball Club present a clinic for Bear Valley students on a minimum day. We extend our gratitude to Rhonda Arbolante, Steve Campbell, Mike Magie, Carol Wilson, Ron Wilson, and Brandon Leonard for generously volunteering their time to teach the students of Bear Valley the sport of Pickleball.

As part of the club's commitment to giving back to the community, they organized the clinic to encourage school-age kids to get involved in the club. The event was attended by adults and children ranging from elementary to high school. The students were taught basic skills, eye-hand coordination, paddle control, rules, and scoring. They were also given the opportunity to play a game with the adult volunteers. Everyone had a great time, including the club members.

For more information on organized pickleball play and events visit Bear Valley Springs Association and their Instagram page.

Court Information

Address: 26940 Bear Valley Rd, Bear Valley Springs, CA 93561, USA
City: Bear Valley Springs
County: Kern County
State: California
Postal Code: 93561
Website: Website
Phone Number: +1 661-821-6641
Google Maps Link: Google Maps
Google Location Link: Location
Place Type: Recreation center
Number of Tennis Courts: 4
Number of Pickleball Courts: 4
Court Location: Outdoor
Access Type: Private

Working Hours

DayHours
Monday
5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday
5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday
5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
5:30 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 7:00 PM

Location Map

Amenities & Features

CategoryAvailable Features
Core Amenities
No LightsRestroomsNo Water FountainNo BenchesFencingShowersLocker Rooms
Court Condition
Mixed CleanlinessMixed MaintenanceMixed Noise LevelSafe Area
Court Surface
Hard Court
Environment Features
No Shade
Access Details
Membership RequiredFee Applies
Parking
Free Parking Lot
Nearby Facilities
Pickleball NearbySwimming Facilities NearbyBasketball NearbyGym Nearby

Dog & Pet Information

Dog Rules: Dogs must be leashed and under control. Dog owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.
No Dogs Allowed

Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating
4.6 out of 5 stars (48 reviews)
What Visitors Say
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Positive Reviews:
Sheri Richardson: ★★★★★
Always a good place to go. Nice atmosphere, gym hot tub and sauna are nice. Looking forward to Bunco starting back up soon. Love the library take what you want to read. Want to play games they have many. Remember this is a members only place. You must have a Bear Valley Springs amenities card to access The Whiting Center or be a guest of an amenities card holder. To know everything offered through The Whiting Center go pick up a list from the front desk and enjoy the classes offered, or maybe take the family roller skating. There is also indoor basketball and other indoor sports. I always enjoy my time spent there. Showers are available in each locker room, and individual lockers for your stuff while enjoying the spa or sauna or just doing your daily workout your stuff is safe. Staff is always nice and helpful. Don't forget they have Bingo the first Saturday of each month, with a $20.00 buy in.
Geo. Brawn IV: ★★★★★
It's great, a fun place to play pool or just sit and read a book. It's a nice place to get away if you live here in Bear Valley Springs
Diana Cloutier: ★★★★★
We signed up for a 4th of July booth today. What a great experience! We didn't get the name of the lady who helped us but she was awesome!
Hannah Rice: ★★★★★
The whiting center is awesome, there's a rec room, jicuzzi, spa, sauna, basket ball court, fitness room and I think they even have dance classes. I'm sure there's more so far that's what I know and I've been here a few times and liked it.
Neutral Reviews:
Vince Ortiz: ★★★
Great gym and rec center. All the employees are great except for when they hire children and they don't know what they are doing. The blue haired child for example is rude and doesn't what how to perform her job. More so, she doesn't know how to speak to adults.
Negative Reviews:
No reviews available
Notable Quotes:
Sheri Richardson: ★★★★★
You must have a Bear Valley Springs amenities card to access The Whiting Center or be a guest of an amenities card holder
Sheri Richardson: ★★★★★
To know everything offered through The Whiting Center go pick up a list from the front desk and enjoy the classes offered, or maybe take the family roller skating
Sheri Richardson: ★★★★★
There is also indoor basketball and other indoor sports
Sheri Richardson: ★★★★★
Showers are available in each locker room, and individual lockers for your stuff while enjoying the spa or sauna or just doing your daily workout your stuff is safe
Sheri Richardson: ★★★★★
Don't forget they have Bingo the first Saturday of each month, with a $20

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