
Pickleball has exploded in popularity in recent years, and if you're looking for a place to play on Long Island, you'll find no shortage of great options. From free public courts to dedicated pickleball clubs, these are our real estate agents' favorite places to play pickleball in Nassau and Suffolk County.
- Freeport Recreation Center - 130 E Merrick Rd, Freeport, NY 11520
The Freeport Recreation Center has a wide variety of sports and recreation facilities, from a pool and fitness center to yoga rooms and basketball courts. The Rec Center also has two indoor hard courts for pickleball with permanent lines. It's a great place to play pickleball in any season. A small one-time fee is required to play, and the Rec Center is centrally located within a few minutes drive of many Nassau County homes for sale.
- Newbridge Road Park - 2600 Newbridge Rd, Bellmore, NY 11710
Another great pickleball option in Nassau County, Newbridge Road Park in Bellmore, offers eight outdoor asphalt pickleball courts. The courts are open to the public free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Lines on the courts are permanent, and portable nets are available. You may have to wait your turn to play on weekends, but weekdays tend to be less busy. This picturesque park also has a variety of other facilities, including a dog park and outdoor pool.
- Pickleball Plus - 525 Eagle Ave, West Hempstead, NY 11552
Rounding out our picks for Nassau County is Pickleball Plus, a hub for all things pickleball on western Long Island. Pickleball Plus is a dedicated pickleball club with state-of-the-art indoor courts and modern amenities. The club hosts pickleball lessons for adults and juniors, as well as pickleball leagues and tournaments. Guests can also reserve a court for a particular time, or drop in during daily open play hours.
Where to Play Pickleball in Suffolk County
- Thrive Pickleball - 181 Freeman Ave, Islip, NY 11751
If you're looking for a great pickleball club convenient to these Suffolk County homes for sale, you'd be hard-pressed to find a better option than Thrive Pickleball. This friendly spot in Islip was founded by and for dedicated pickleheads, and it's a welcoming community for anyone interested in the sport. From lessons and clinics to competitive play and tournaments, Thrive Pickleball offers something for pickleball players of every age, experience level, and degree of obsession.
- Centereach Park - 34 Stonehurst Cir, Centereach, NY 11720
Operated by Brookhaven Parks & Recreation, Centereach Park is an excellent option for anyone looking for free public pickleball courts in Suffolk County. The park offers several multipurpose outdoor courts that can be configured for either tennis or pickleball, depending on the net placement. Up to 11 total pickleball courts are available here, making this a popular spot among local pickleball fanatics.
- The Pickleball Hall - 246 N Main St, Sayville, NY 11782
The sprawling Pickleball Hall is one of Long Island's best and largest indoor pickleball facilities. Offering six indoor courts with permanent lines and nets, this space is designed to be Suffolk County's premier designated pickleball club. Memberships are available along with court rentals and drop-in play for a one-time fee. Other offerings at the Pickleball Hall include clinics, league play, private lessons, and a 90-minute 'Intro to Pickleball' course for newbies.
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