With more than 4.8 million players nationally taking up their paddles (including celebrity fans like Andre Agassi, Tom Brady, and even the Kardashians), pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the US. Unsurprisingly, this quirky and highly sociable sport that's part badminton and part table tennis has found a passionate fan base in the Bay Area who enjoy the advantages of California's temperate climate.
Whether you’re a paddle-swinging enthusiast or a vacationer looking for a fun, active outing, The San Francisco Peninsula's pickleball scene offers a vibrant mix of indoor and outdoor pickleball courts where you can serve, volley, and 'Opa!' at a pace and level that fits you.
Buri Buri Park
Tucked away from the main street is this popular spot in South San Francisco, where enthusiasts can play pickleball on tennis courts. The park features four courts, which are free to use. The lines are permanent and portable nets are available. Reservations aren’t required.
Hours: 5 AM - 9 PM, Mondays through Sundays
Address: 200 Arroyo Dr., South San Francisco, CA, 94080
Red Morton Park
Red Morton Park in Redwood City has a whole host of outdoor activities to choose from, including pickleball of course. The park has public bathrooms, a skatepark, tennis courts, soccer fields, basketball courts, and more. There is no fee to play pickleball, just need to get in line.
Hours: 12 PM - 4 PM Monday-Saturday, 1 PM - 4 PM Sundays, and 4 PM to 8 PM everyday on courts C & D
Address: 1120 Roosevelt Ave, Redwood City, CA 94061
Terrabay Gym
When the weather isn’t sunny, picklers head to this South San Francisco pickleball court to get in a game. There are four indoor hard courts with permanent lines and portable nets. Courts can be reserved ahead of time and there is a $4 fee to play.
Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM Mondays-Fridays and Sundays; Noon - 5 PM Saturdays
Address: 1121 S. San Francisco Dr., South San Francisco, CA, 94080
Washington Park in Burlingame is one of the most active pickleball spots on the Peninsula. The facility offers four outdoor dedicated courts on a hard concrete surface, all with permanent lines and nets. It’s free to play and known for its friendly, welcoming community—there’s almost always someone up for a match. The atmosphere is lively but not overwhelming, making it a good place for both casual and competitive players.
Hours: Sunrise – Sunset (public park hours)
Address: 850 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
San Mateo Central Park
Luckily for picklers in the area, the city of San Mateo has very active pickleball community! The park is popular for its baseball and soccer fields, lovely Japanese tea garden, proximity to downtown San Mateo, and so much more. It's no surprise that Central Park has become such a popular place to play this lively sport. The two dedicated pickleball courts have permanent lines, but you'll need to bring your own nets to play.
Hours: 6 AM - 10 PM every day
Address: 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park, CA, 94025
Los Prados Park (San Mateo)
Los Prados Park is a quiet, convenient spot for pickleball players looking to avoid the crowds. The park features outdoor hard-surface courts that are open to the public and free to use. Lights make evening play possible, and the courts are well-maintained thanks to regular city upkeep. It’s a great choice for casual matches or practice sessions when other San Mateo courts are busy.
Hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Address: 1837 Bahia St, San Mateo, CA 94403
Westborough Park
With a basketball court, playground, and four outdoor pickleball courts, Westborough Park’s free pickleball courts are popular with the locals. Also located in South San Francisco, the free-to-play courts have permanent lines and portable nets are available. On-site amenities include restrooms, a picnic shelter, and grills.
Hours: Open Daily
Address: 2350 Galway Dr., South San Francisco, CA 94080
Leo J. Ryan Park - Foster City
Offering a weekly pickleball league meet-up, group lessons, and regular pick-up sessions, Leo J. Ryan Park in Foster City is one of the more popular places to play pickleball in the Bay Area. There are six outdoor acrylic courts with permanent lines and nets. Online reservations are free of charge for select courts and court timings.
Hours: 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Mondays-Sundays
Address: 650 Shell Blvd., Foster City, CA, 94404
War Memorial Community Center- Daly City
Rain or shine, you can always get in a game of pickleball at Daly City’s War Memorial Community Center. With six indoor wood courts (permanent lines and portable nets) that are free and reservable ahead of time, you can also check online for drop-in games. Amenities include restrooms, water, wheelchair accessibility, and lights.
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; 9 am-1 p.m. Saturdays; and 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sundays
Address: 6655 Mission St., Daly City, CA, 94014
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