Best Pickleball & Padel Courts in
Polk County, Iowa
Your complete guide to 224 courts across 64 venues. Updated daily.
Pickleball & Padel in Polk County, Iowa
Polk County is home to 64 venues with 224 total courts across major cities including Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Urbandale, Johnston, and more. The county features 121 indoor courts for year-round play.
Browse the complete list of courts below to find the perfect venue for your next game.
Local Briefing
Polk County, Iowa has 64 pickleball and padel venues spread across 7 cities from Des Moines to Windsor Heights. The heartland's pickleball infrastructure quietly rivals major metros, and 121 indoor courts provide climate-controlled play when needed. Whether you're chasing competitive rated play or just looking for casual drop-in games, Polk County's 224 courts are ready.
Court Snapshot
Top 10 venues by court count
| Facility | City | Type | Courts | Indoor | Lighted | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinks Pickleball | Des Moines | pickleball | 13 | Yes | No | Public |
| McCollum Waveland Tennis Complex | Des Moines | pickleball | 12 | No | No | Public |
| Prairie Trail Sports Complex, Ankeny | Ankeny | pickleball | 12 | Yes | No | Public |
| Rally Sports Complex | Ankeny | pickleball | 12 | No | No | Public |
| Valley High School July 3rd parade | West Des Moines | pickleball | 9 | Yes | No | Public |
| Valley View Park Pickleball Courts, WDM | West Des Moines | pickleball | 8 | No | No | Public |
| Smash Park | West Des Moines | pickleball | 8 | Yes | Yes | Drop-In Fee |
| Walker Johnston Dedicated Pickleball Courts | Urbandale | pickleball | 8 | Yes | No | Free |
| Polk County Pickleball | Ankeny | pickleball | 7 | Yes | No | Public |
| holiday park | West Des Moines | pickleball | 6 | No | No | Free |
Courts by Access Type
Top 64 Pickleball Venues in Polk County
Dinks Pickleball
Merle Hay Mall
McCollum Waveland Tennis Complex
936 Polk Blvd
Situated in Des Moines, Iowa, McCollum Waveland Tennis Complex is a destination for pickleball enthusiasts. With 12 courts and outdoor courts, players have plenty of options. The venue provides Public access. Facilities include restrooms on-site, concrete surface.
Prairie Trail Sports Complex, Ankeny
2250 SW Vintage Parkway
Rally Sports Complex
725 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy
Valley High School July 3rd parade
3650 Woodland
Valley View Park Pickleball Courts, WDM
101-301 S 88th St.
Smash Park
6625 Coachlight Dr.
Discover pickleball at Smash Park in West Des Moines, IA. This location features 8 courts, including 6 indoor and 2 outdoor courts. On-site restrooms are available. Evening play is available with court lighting. Hours: M-Th 8a-11p, Sa 8a-12a, Sunday 8a-10p.
Walker Johnston Dedicated Pickleball Courts
9000 Douglas Parkway
Walker Johnston Dedicated Pickleball Courts provides pickleball enthusiasts in Urbandale, IA with 4 indoor and 4 outdoor courts. Wheelchair accessibility is provided. Pricing: None.
Polk County Pickleball
2222 SW Vintage Pkwy
holiday park
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holiday park serves the West Des Moines, Iowa pickleball community with 6 courts available for play. The facility includes outdoor courts. It operates with free access.
Drake Tennis Center
2421 Clark St
Smash Park West Des Moines
Players in West Des Moines, Iowa can enjoy pickleball at Smash Park West Des Moines. This venue provides 6 courts with indoor courts. It offers fee-based access to players. Additional features include lighted for evening play.
Genesis Health Club
10930 Hickman Road
Located in Clive, Iowa, Genesis Health Club offers players 6 courts featuring indoor courts. This public venue has fee-based access. Players will find restrooms on-site, asphalt surface.
Recplex, WDM
6500 Grand Ave.
Wildwood Park
15166 Wildwood Dr , 152nd St
Wildwood Park serves the Clive, Iowa pickleball community with 4 courts available for play. The facility includes outdoor courts. It operates with free access. Notable features: restrooms on-site, wood surface.
Pioneer Columbus Recreation Center
2100 Se 5th St.
Pioneer Columbus Recreation Center welcomes pickleball players in Des Moines, Iowa. The facility boasts 4 courts offering indoor courts. Visitors can expect fee-based access.
Greentree Park
2063 Nw Hickory Ln , Nw Pine Rd And Hickory Ln
For pickleball in Ankeny, Iowa, Greentree Park is a great option. It features 4 courts with outdoor courts. This is a public facility.
Greentree Park, Ankeny
1914 NW Hickory Ln.
Lions Park, Urbandale
7111 Prairie Ave
Wakonda Country Club
3915 Fleur Dr.
Albaugh Family Senior Community Center
150 NW Ash Dr
Albaugh Family Senior Community Center welcomes pickleball players in Ankeny, Iowa. The facility boasts 3 courts offering indoor courts. Visitors can expect fee-based access. The venue also offers wood surface.
Life Time Des Moines
11911 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50323
Located in Urbandale, Iowa, Life Time Des Moines offers players 3 courts featuring indoor courts. This health club venue has membership-based access.
Next Level Performance Academy
2425 Hubbell Ave
Parkview Middle School, Ankeny
105 NW Pleasant St
Prairie Ridge Middle School, Ankeny
1010 NW Prairie Ridge Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023
Walnut Creek YMCA, WDM
948 73rd St
Trail Point Ankeny Dmacc Campus
2006 S. Ankeny Blvd Building 5
Fourmile Community Recreation Center
3711 Easton Boulevard, Des Moines, IA 50317
Fourmile Community Recreation Center (Des Moines Parks & Recreation) features 3 indoor wood gymnasium pickleball courts. $3 drop-in with paddles/balls provided. NOTE: primary focus for Des Moines Park & Rec indoor PB has shifted to sister facility Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center (newly finished NBA-sized facility with permanent lines). PB coordinator: Steve Stone (Pickleballiowa.com). Open weekdays only.
Birdland Sports Complex
300 Holcomb
Birdland Sports Complex serves the Des Moines, Iowa pickleball community with 2 courts available for play. The facility includes outdoor courts. It operates with Public access.
Tower Park
4900 Hickman Rd.
Tower Park is a pickleball venue located in Des Moines, Iowa. The facility features 2 courts with outdoor courts. This location provides free access.
Walnut Creek Family YMCA
948 73rd Street
Walnut Creek Family YMCA, in Windsor Heights, Iowa, caters to pickleball players of all skill levels. The venue has 2 courts featuring indoor courts. The facility has membership-based access. Conveniences include restrooms on-site, wood surface.
Lions Park
72nd Street and Aurora Ave
Lions Park, in Urbandale, Iowa, caters to pickleball players of all skill levels. The venue has 2 courts featuring outdoor courts. The facility has Public access. Conveniences include lighted for evening play, restrooms on-site, concrete surface.
South Karen Acres
77th Street and Roseland Ave
South Karen Acres is a pickleball venue located in Urbandale, Iowa. The facility features 2 courts with outdoor courts. This location provides free access. Amenities include lighted for evening play, concrete surface.
Striking Sparrow Lounge
1930 SE 6th St
Striking Sparrow Lounge, in Des Moines, Iowa, caters to pickleball players of all skill levels. The venue has 2 courts featuring outdoor courts. The facility has membership-based access. Conveniences include lighted for evening play.
Wellmark YMCA
501 Grand Ave
Located in Des Moines, Iowa, Wellmark YMCA offers players 2 courts featuring indoor courts. This public venue has free access. Players will find restrooms on-site, wheelchair accessible, wood surface.
Witmer Park
1610 34th Street
Witmer Park serves the Des Moines, Iowa pickleball community with 2 courts available for play. The facility includes outdoor courts. It operates with free access.
Johnston Community Schools
6510 NW 62nd Ave
Lutheran Church of Hope
925 Jordan Creek Pkwy
Ashby Park
3200 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50310
Grace Church
4200 E 25th St
South Karen Acres Park, Urbandale
Roseland Dr & 77th St, Urbandale, IA 50322
Principal Financial
655 9th Street
St Paul Presbyterian Church, Johnston
6426 Merle Hay Road
MacRae Park Tennis Courts
2235 S.W. 11th St.
Tower Park
48th & Hickman Rd.
Woodside Middle School, Saydel Community Schools
5810 ne 14th st
Westchester E-Free Church, Des Moines
4919 Aurora Ave.
Valley View Park
88th and Abram Drive
For pickleball in West Des Moines, Iowa, Valley View Park is a great option. It features 2 courts with outdoor courts. This is a public facility. On-site amenities: concrete surface.
South Des Moines Ymca
401 E. Army Post Rd.
For pickleball in Des Moines, Iowa, South Des Moines Ymca is a great option. It features 2 courts with indoor courts. This is a Public access facility.
Valley Community Center
4444 Fuller Road
Valley Community Center welcomes pickleball players in West Des Moines, Iowa. The facility boasts 2 courts offering indoor courts. Visitors can expect fee-based access. The venue also offers restrooms on-site.
Jordan Park
600 Se Wall Ave.
Players in Des Moines, Iowa can enjoy pickleball at Jordan Park. This venue provides 1 court with outdoor courts. It offers free access to players.
Greenwood Park
100 45th St.
EMC Park Downtown Des Moines
700 Walnut st
Holiday/Wilson Park
298 9th St.
Independence Day Parade WDM
Valley High School
Lions Park, Clive
15900 Wildwood Drive
American Legion Park, West Des Moines
301 Vine St.
Willow Springs Park
5685 Wistful Vista Dr
Sheridan Park
4000 Hull Ave
Special Events and Announcements
1007 E Grand Ave - The Capitol building
Woodland Hills Park, WDM
1230 S. 95th Street
Jaycee Park
5608 Center Street
Players in West Des Moines, Iowa can enjoy pickleball at Jaycee Park. This venue provides 1 court with outdoor courts. It offers free access to players.
Crown Point Community Center
6300 Pioneer Parkway
Located in Johnston, Iowa, Crown Point Community Center offers players 1 court featuring outdoor courts. This public venue has Public access.
Campbell Recreation Area
1885 Nw 123rd Street
Campbell Recreation Area is a pickleball venue located in Clive, Iowa. The facility features 1 court with outdoor courts. This location provides free access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best pickleball courts in Polk County, Iowa?
The top pickleball venues in Polk County include Dinks Pickleball, McCollum Waveland Tennis Complex, Prairie Trail Sports Complex, Ankeny. Browse all 64 venues on CourtSource to find open play times and amenities.
Are there indoor pickleball courts in Polk County?
Yes, Polk County has 121 indoor pickleball courts across 30 facilities.
Are there free pickleball courts in Polk County?
Yes, Polk County has 0 public/municipal venues where courts are typically free or low-cost, including parks and recreation centers.
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