Pickleball Courts in Des Moines, Iowa (2026 Guide)
Des Moines, Iowa has 76 pickleball courts across 25 venues.
Des Moines has 76+ pickleball courts across 25 venues. The top free options are Dinks Pickleball (13 courts, free), McCollum Waveland Tennis Complex (12 courts, free), and Drake Tennis Center (6 courts, free).
For Iowa's cold winters, the best climate-controlled options are Dinks Pickleball (13 indoor), Pioneer Columbus Recreation Center (4 indoor), and Next Level Performance Academy (3 indoor).
Des Moines has 25 pickleball venues with 76 courts. The city features public and municipal courts open to all players. 11 venues offer indoor play for year-round access.
Pickleball Courts in Des Moines
25 mapped
How do Des Moines pickleball venues compare?
| Venue Name | Courts | Indoor/Outdoor | Access Type | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dinks Pickleball | 13 | 13 Indoor | Public | — |
| McCollum Waveland Tennis Complex | 12 | 12 Outdoor | Public | — |
| Drake Tennis Center | 6 | 3 Indoor, 3 Outdoor | Public | — |
| Pioneer Columbus Recreation Center | 4 | 4 Indoor | Drop-In Fee | — |
| Wakonda Country Club | 4 | 4 Outdoor | Public | — |
Court Conditions in Des Moines
Indoor Only
10
venues
Outdoor Only
14
venues
Indoor & Outdoor
1
venue
Lighted for Night Play
2
venues
Drop-In / Open Play
2
venues
Where can I play pickleball for free in Des Moines?
Where can I play pickleball for free in Des Moines?
The best free pickleball courts in Des Moines are Dinks Pickleball (13 courts), McCollum Waveland Tennis Complex (12 courts), Drake Tennis Center (6 courts), and Wakonda Country Club (4 courts). Most public courts have nets permanently on site — no reservation needed.
Are there indoor pickleball courts in Des Moines for winter play?
Yes — Des Moines has 38 indoor pickleball courts across 11 venues. Options include Dinks Pickleball (13 indoor courts, free), Pioneer Columbus Recreation Center (4 indoor courts, free), Next Level Performance Academy (3 indoor courts, free), and Drake Tennis Center (3 indoor courts, free).
How many pickleball courts are in Des Moines, Iowa?
There are currently 76 verified pickleball courts in Des Moines, Iowa. This includes 38 indoor courts and 38 outdoor courts. CourtSource tracks 25 venues in the area.
Courts by Access Type
Public
19
venues • 76%
Free
4
venues • 16%
Drop-in fee
1
venue • 4%
Membership required
1
venue • 4%
| Access Type | Venues | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Public | 19 | 76% |
| Free | 4 | 16% |
| Drop-in fee | 1 | 4% |
| Membership required | 1 | 4% |