Best Tennis and Pickleball courts in Burbank, Los Angeles County for 2026

2 lighted tennis courts, 8 layover pickleball courts in Olive Recreation Center in Burbank, California. Alternate days/nights for pickleball and tennis. 8 pickleball courts with mobile nets and lines on the tennis courts. 2 busy tennis courts. Pickleball games are on the same courts in different time slots (8 temporary court lines). There’s a couple of handball courts that you can use for practicing your tennis or racquetball. Nice, clean and well maintained recreation center in Burbank. There is a senior center, art school, a baseball field, 2 tennis courts, a children’s play area, a gym and a restroom. You can find a lot of parking here too, which is very convenient. There is a white board process that works same as paddle racks at other courts. Night lights are nice and bright. Games move at a decent pace so it’s not too long of a wait in-between games unlike in busier courts in the south bay. Some shade from trees in the afternoon.

Park Hours

Park is open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Park Amenities

• • Ball Fields (Lighted)
  • Basketball Court (Gymnasium)
  • Handball Court
  • Horseshoe Pit
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Tennis Courts

Tennis and Pickleball Court Schedule

After extensive community engagement, the City of Burbank Parks and Recreation Department will be extending the “Pilot” Tennis and Pickleball schedule starting November 21, 2023, through April 2024.

Pickleball Hours

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Table Tennis Hours

Mondays-Fridays
11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
*Also open during any open gym basketball hours.

Badminton Hours

Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:30 AM-1:30 PM

Outdoor Tennis Courts Hours

Sunday: 5 PM-10 PM
Monday: 4 PM-10 PM
Tuesday: 7 AM-2 PM
Wednesday: 4 PM-10 PM
Thursday: 7 AM-2 PM
Friday: 4 PM-10 PM
Saturday: 7 AM-2 PM

Shared Use Outdoor Courts

Court 1 – Pickleball
Court 2 – Tennis
Sunday: 2 PM-5 PM
Monday: 2 PM-4 PM
Tuesday: 2 PM-4 PM
Wednesday: 2 PM-4 PM
Thursday: 2 PM-4 PM
Friday: 2 PM-4 PM
Saturday: 2 PM-5 PM

• Parks & Recreation Department activities have priority in the gym.
• All open gym hours are subject to change without notice.
• Recreation Centers provide activities for patrons of all ages.
• Foul language, arguing, threats of any kind, and physical altercations will not be tolerated and may result in expulsion from the facility. Your cooperation is appreciated.

Schedule Rules

1. 1. During the designated Tennis time, only Tennis play is allowed, no exceptions.
   2. During the designated Pickleball time, only Pickleball play is allowed, no exceptions.
   3. Shared use is only available Monday through Friday 2 PM – 4 PM and Saturday and Sunday 2 PM – 5 PM. The court shall be relinquished at the end of the game or after 30 minutes when others are waiting.
   4. Drop-in Pickleball group play is designated only during the following times:
      Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9 AM – 2 PM
      Tuesday/Thursday 4:00 PM – 9:45 PM
      Courts will need to be vacated 15 minutes prior to the start of group play to allow for set-up time. During group play hours, all participants shall park in the ballfield parking lot off Clark Ave & Griffith Dr.
   5. Pickleball nets will be provided by the Olive Recreation Center Staff during group play hours only. Please furnish your own nets all other times the courts are programmed for Pickleball.
   6. No Pickleball or Tennis instruction shall be permitted during this pilot scheduled at this site.
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Olive Pickleball Court Rules

• • All players will abide by the parks and recreation facility code of conduct.
  • First-come, first-serve.
  • When others are waiting, all players must vacate the court after one set (11-point game, win by 2) or after 30 minutes.
  • Only active players are allowed on the courts. All others must remain off the courts while waiting.
  • Keep courts clear of debris. Dispose of all refuse in the trash receptacle.
  • Chairs, coolers, animals/pets, or oversized personal items are prohibited on courts.
  • No food or glass containers.
  • Smoking is prohibited.
  • Only recreational Pickleball is permitted on the courts.
  • Tournaments and lessons are prohibited unless permitted through the Parks and Recreation Department.
  • Use of profanity and unsportsmanlike conduct are prohibited.
  • Demonstrate common courtesy to fellow participants, community members, and staff.
  • Maintain an environment where conflict and differences can be addressed respectfully.
  • If not stated above, USAPA rules shall prevail at all times.
  • NO PICKLEBALL PLAY DURING TENNIS DESIGNATED HOURS.
  • BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3-801.1

Group Play Pickleball Etiquette

• • During group play, courts will be shared equally. No singles.
  • All four players must vacate the court after one set (11-point game, win by 2) or after 30 minutes.
  • Warm-up time is limited to 3 minutes.
  • To play again, exit the court immediately and return to the waiting area outside the fence. Place your name on the whiteboard.
  • While waiting to play, remain outside of the court fence.
  • When your turn to play arrives, wait until players have exited the gate before entering the courts.
  • When you vacate a court callout “open court.”
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