The Best Pickleball Courts in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois has 95 pickleball courts across 22 venues.
The best places to play pickleball in Chicago include Maggie Daley Park and Horner Park, and SPF Pickleball - Lincoln Park. Chicago also has 13 free public venues for drop-in play.
Chicago has 22 pickleball venues with 95 courts. The city offers a mix of free municipal courts and commercial facilities. 16 venues offer indoor play for year-round access.
Pickleball Courts in Chicago
22 mapped
Also in the Greater Chicago Metro Area
18 more pickleball venues in nearby Chicago metro communities — great if you want a wider search radius.
How do Chicago pickleball venues compare?
| Venue Name | Courts | Indoor/Outdoor | Access Type | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maggie Daley Park | 14 | 14 Outdoor | Free | ✓ |
| Horner Park | 11 | 3 Indoor, 8 Outdoor | Free | ✓ |
| SPF Pickleball - Lincoln Park | 9 | 9 Indoor | Commercial | ✓ |
| Lakeshore Sport & Fitness | 8 | 4 Indoor, 4 Outdoor | Commercial | — |
| Paddle Tap Chicago | 8 | 8 Indoor | Drop-In Fee | ✓ |
Court Conditions in Chicago
Indoor Only
13
venues
Outdoor Only
3
venues
Indoor & Outdoor
3
venues
Lighted for Night Play
7
venues
Drop-In / Open Play
5
venues
Where can I play indoor pickleball in Chicago?
Where can I play indoor pickleball in Chicago?
Chicago has 59 indoor pickleball courts across 16 venues. Top indoor options include ComEd Recreation Center and FFC Gold Coast.
Are there free or public pickleball courts in Chicago, IL?
Yes — Chicago has 13 public or free-access pickleball venues with 68 courts total. Top options include FFC Gold Coast, Rainbow Beach, Scottsdale Park-Chicago Park District. Check CourtSource for current hours and open play schedules.
How many pickleball courts are in Chicago, Illinois?
There are currently 95 verified pickleball courts in Chicago, Illinois. This includes 60 indoor courts and 35 outdoor courts. CourtSource tracks 22 venues in the area.
Courts by Access Type
Free
7
venues • 32%
Drop-in fee
7
venues • 32%
Commercial
4
venues • 18%
Public
3
venues • 14%
Membership required
1
venue • 5%
| Access Type | Venues | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 7 | 32% |
| Drop-in fee | 7 | 32% |
| Commercial | 4 | 18% |
| Public | 3 | 14% |
| Membership required | 1 | 5% |