Pickleball Courts in New Orleans, Louisiana (2026 Guide)
New Orleans, Louisiana has 26 pickleball courts across 8 venues.
New Orleans has 26+ pickleball courts across 8 venues. The top free options are Gernon Brown Recreation Center (3 courts, lighted, free), Joe W. Brown Park Gym (2 courts, free), and Lyons Recreation Center (2 courts, free).
For Louisiana's summer heat and afternoon thunderstorms, the best climate-controlled options are The Exchange Pickleball + Bar + Restaurant (6 indoor, fees vary), Healthclub by Hilton (4 indoor, $15), and Cabrini High School (3 indoor).
New Orleans has 8 pickleball venues with 26 courts. The city offers a mix of free municipal courts and commercial facilities. 8 venues offer indoor play for year-round access.
- Gernon Brown Recreation Center has the top public courts in Louisiana.
Pickleball Courts in New Orleans
8 mapped
How do New Orleans pickleball venues compare?
| Venue Name | Courts | Indoor/Outdoor | Access Type | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Exchange Pickleball + Bar + Restaurant | 7 | 6 Indoor, 1 Outdoor | Commercial | |
| Healthclub by Hilton | 4 | 4 Indoor | Commercial | |
| Cabrini High School | 3 | 3 Indoor | Public | |
| Morris Jeff Recreation Center (Behrman) | 3 | 3 Indoor | Drop-In Fee | |
| Gernon Brown Recreation Center | 3 | 3 Indoor | Free | ✓ |
Court Conditions in New Orleans
Indoor Only
7
venues
Indoor & Outdoor
1
venue
Lighted for Night Play
1
venue
Drop-In / Open Play
1
venue
Pickleball in New Orleans: common questions
Where can I play pickleball for free in New Orleans?
The best free pickleball courts in New Orleans are Gernon Brown Recreation Center (3 courts, lighted), Joe W. Brown Park Gym (2 courts), and Lyons Recreation Center (2 courts). Most public courts have nets permanently on site — no reservation needed. See more at Free Pickleball Courts in Louisiana.
Are there indoor pickleball courts in New Orleans for hot or rainy days?
Yes — New Orleans has 25 indoor pickleball courts across 8 venues. Options include The Exchange Pickleball + Bar + Restaurant (6 indoor courts, fees vary), Healthclub by Hilton (4 indoor courts, $15), Cabrini High School (3 indoor courts), and Gernon Brown Recreation Center (3 indoor courts, free).
How many pickleball courts are in New Orleans, Louisiana?
There are currently 26 verified pickleball courts in New Orleans, Louisiana. This includes 25 indoor courts and 1 outdoor courts. CourtSource tracks 8 venues in the area.
Courts by Access Type
Free
3
venues • 38%
Commercial
2
venues • 25%
Public
1
venue • 13%
Drop-in fee
1
venue • 13%
Membership required
1
venue • 13%