Pickleball Courts in Ames, Iowa (2026 Guide)
Ames, Iowa has 43 pickleball courts across 9 venues.
Ames has 43+ pickleball courts across 9 venues. The top free options are ISU State Gym (15 courts, free), Brookside Park (4 courts, free), and Emma Mccarthy Lee Park (4 courts, lighted, free).
For Iowa's cold winters, the best climate-controlled options are ISU State Gym (15 indoor), Harvest Tennis (4 indoor, $3.00/session), and Community Center Gymnasium (3 indoor, $2.25/session).
Ames has 9 pickleball venues with 43 courts. The city offers a mix of free municipal courts and commercial facilities. 5 venues offer indoor play for year-round access.
Pickleball Courts in Ames
8 mapped
How do Ames pickleball venues compare?
| Venue Name | Courts | Indoor/Outdoor | Access Type | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISU State Gym | 15 | 15 Indoor | Public | — |
| Emma Mccarthy Lee Park | 4 | 4 Outdoor | Free | ✓ |
| Harvest Tennis | 4 | 4 Indoor | Drop-In Fee | — |
| Inis Grove Park | 4 | 4 Outdoor | Public | — |
| Inis Grove Tennis Park | 4 | 4 Outdoor | Free | — |
Court Conditions in Ames
Indoor Only
5
venues
Outdoor Only
4
venues
Lighted for Night Play
2
venues
Drop-In / Open Play
1
venue
Where can I play pickleball for free in Ames?
Where can I play pickleball for free in Ames?
The best free pickleball courts in Ames are ISU State Gym (15 courts), Brookside Park (4 courts), Emma Mccarthy Lee Park (4 courts, lighted), and Inis Grove Park (4 courts). Most public courts have nets permanently on site — no reservation needed.
Are there indoor pickleball courts in Ames for winter play?
Yes — Ames has 27 indoor pickleball courts across 5 venues. Options include ISU State Gym (15 indoor courts, free), Harvest Tennis (4 indoor courts, $3.00/session), Community Center Gymnasium (3 indoor courts, $2.25/session), and Ames Community Center Gymnasium (3 indoor courts, free).
How many pickleball courts are in Ames, Iowa?
There are currently 43 verified pickleball courts in Ames, Iowa. This includes 27 indoor courts and 16 outdoor courts. CourtSource tracks 9 venues in the area.
Courts by Access Type
Public
3
venues • 33%
Free
3
venues • 33%
Drop-in fee
1
venue • 11%
Commercial
1
venue • 11%
Membership required
1
venue • 11%
| Access Type | Venues | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Public | 3 | 33% |
| Free | 3 | 33% |
| Drop-in fee | 1 | 11% |
| Commercial | 1 | 11% |
| Membership required | 1 | 11% |