CourtSource Awards · 2026
Best Pickleball Clubs and Courts in North Carolina
The best pickleball club in North Carolina in the 2026 CourtSource Awards is Pickles and Play: 7 indoor courts, CourtScore 5.0. Next are Charlotte Indoor Tennis Club (18 courts, 12 indoor and 6 outdoor, CourtScore 4.9) and The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen (16 courts, 10 indoor and 6 outdoor, CourtScore 5.0).
Top 3 Clubs
Pickles and Play
Wake Forest, NC
7 courts
Indoor courts with lighting, plus a pro shop, coaching, leagues and online booking.
Charlotte Indoor Tennis Club
Charlotte, NC
18 courts
12 indoor and 6 outdoor courts, lighted, plus coaching and online booking. Surface listed as hard court.
The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen
Cornelius, NC
16 courts
10 indoor and 6 outdoor courts, lighted, plus a pro shop and restaurant or bar. Surface listed as professional coated concrete.
Top Pickleball Clubs in North Carolina (2026)
| Rank | Club | City | Courts | Indoor | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pickles and Play | Wake Forest | 7 | 7 | 5.0 |
| 2 | Charlotte Indoor Tennis Club | Charlotte | 18 | 12 | 4.9 |
| 3 | The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen | Cornelius | 16 | 10 | 5.0 |
The 2026 CourtSource Awards name the top 3 clubs in each state.
Top 3 Public Courts
Free / public-access venues.
Pickleball Charlotte: Sports Connection
Charlotte, NC
14 courts
Indoor courts with lighting, plus coaching, leagues and online booking. Free to play.
Method Road Community Center
Raleigh, NC
9 courts
3 indoor and 6 outdoor concrete courts, lighted, plus coaching, leagues and online booking. Free to play.
West New Bern Recreation Center
New Bern, NC
8 courts
2 indoor and 6 outdoor courts, lighted. Free to play.
Category Awards
| Award | Winner | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best Indoor Facility | TJ Robinson Life Center | 16 indoor courts |
| Most Courts | Peak Time Pickleball | 19 courts |
| Best Lit for Night Play | The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen | Lighted courts for evening play |
| Best Amenities | Pickles and Play | Pro shop, restrooms, wheelchair access, and lighting |
Categories appear only where the data supports a genuine winner. Missing categories mean no eligible venue qualified. We never pad a list.
North Carolina clubs in the national Top 100
- Pickles and Play, #48 nationally
Frequently asked questions
What is the best pickleball club in North Carolina?
The best pickleball club in North Carolina in the 2026 CourtSource Awards is Pickles and Play: 7 indoor courts, CourtScore 5.0. Next are Charlotte Indoor Tennis Club (18 courts, 12 indoor and 6 outdoor, CourtScore 4.9) and The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen (16 courts, 10 indoor and 6 outdoor, CourtScore 5.0).
How are clubs ranked?
Clubs are ranked by CourtScore, which weighs court count, indoor and outdoor mix, how you get access, and verified amenities. There are no submissions and no paid placement. Read the full awards methodology.
See the full national ranking: Top 100 Pickleball Clubs in the US (2026).