Best Pickleball courts in Long Beach, Los Angeles County for 2026

8 free outdoor pickleball courts in excellent condition. Well built, with lights and open to the public for free. Pickleball hours go to 10 pm which is really nice. Can get crowded on weekends in the morning but overall not as crowded as other courts. Permanent nets, good upkeep, great players, no reservations, and no fees. And close to LB airport.

The courts usually get busy after 5 pm. The lights are on till 10 o’clock sharp. Lots of players waiting to play and the 8 courts become ‘drop-in/reserve’ meaning you would have to place your paddle next to the net to reserve a spot for the next game.

It’s totally a scene here and lots of fun good energy all different levels of players… The permanent nets and easy to see lines are great. The people/community that plays here are really friendly and welcoming to new players.

Parking lot is small but there’s usually plenty of parking on the street. The parking lot does get packed but there is plenty of street parking on DeForest Ave.

Public restroom is in a separate building across from the courts. The restroom that is currently in the park is a bit of a walk away closer to the baseball fields and is closed/locked most of the time. They have installed a fence in-between the courts to prevent balls from interfering with other courts.

Pickleball Courts

There are 8 dedicated pickleball courts that are open from dawn to 10 p.m.
The courts are lighted beginning at 4:30 p.m until closing at 10 p.m.

Pickleball Court Rules

• Pickleball courts are available from dawn to 10 p.m.
• Courts are for Pickleball only.
• Courts 1 through 4 are designated for “Intermediate” play.
• Courts 5 & 6 are designated for “Recreation” play.
• Courts 7 & 8 are designated “Challenge Courts” for “Advanced” play.
• The Court designations are provided to assist in matching your skill level with others in the playgroup to maximize the fun for all.
• Please observe the recommended levels of play on each court when inserting your paddle into the rotation.
• Waiting players will place their paddle from left to right (only 1 per player) in the paddle rack associated with their level of play (Recreation, Intermediate, or Advanced).
• Games are played to 11 points, winning by 2 points.
• On Courts 1 through 6 (Recreation & Intermediate), 4 players will rotate on the court providing 4 players are waiting to play.
• On the Challenge Courts 7 & 8 (Advanced), winners stay on for 2 games maximum before rotating out.
• Limit warm-up to no more than 5 minutes if players are waiting to play.
• Exit the court immediately after your game if players are waiting and announce open court. To play again, place your paddle in the next available position in the paddle rack.
• All participants are expected to demonstrate courtesy and good sportsmanship.
• Court use is first come, first serve unless reserved by the Parks Department.
• No lessons, leagues, or tournaments without approval from the Parks Department.

Paddle Sports Court Rules

• Courts are for tennis, pickleball and approved racket, paddle sports only.
• Playing time is limited to one hour per court, per group, when others are waiting.
• Department permitted classes, events and programs have priority. For more information on these programs, contact +1 562-570-3111.
• Players must wear appropriate athletic shoes, no street shoes. Bare feet are not permitted.
• Bicycles, roller and inline skates, skateboards, wagons, tricycles, scooters and animals are prohibited on multi-sport courts unless permitted by the city.
• Group or private instruction is not permitted without city permit.
• Courts are open to the public for drop-in play on a first-come, first-serve basis during posted designated times per paddle sport.
• “Court” refers to one full-length tennis court or two or more pickleball courts with at least one group actively playing.
• Spectators and players who are Waiting must remain off the courts.
• Court etiquette and good sportsmanship are required at all times.
• No alcohol, food, smoking or glass containers allowed on the courts.
• The City of Long Beach is not responsible for injuries when you use the courts or park site.
• No amplified sound permitted.
• Please report any maintenance concerns to +1 562-570-4895
  City Of Long Beach – Department Of Parks, Recreation And Marine