Pickleball Courts in Akron, Ohio (2026 Guide)
Akron, Ohio has 54 pickleball courts across 12 venues.
Akron has 54+ pickleball courts across 12 venues. The top free options are Davenport Park (6 courts, free), Joy Park Community Center (6 courts, free), and Waters Park (6 courts, free).
For year-round play regardless of weather, the best climate-controlled options are Springside Athletic Club (4 indoor, $70/session), Balch Street Gym (3 indoor), and University of Akron (2 indoor, fee varies).
Akron has 12 pickleball venues with 54 courts. The city offers a mix of free municipal courts and commercial facilities. 7 venues offer indoor play for year-round access.
Pickleball Courts in Akron
12 mapped
How do Akron pickleball venues compare?
| Venue Name | Courts | Indoor/Outdoor | Access Type | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springside Athletic Club | 16 | 4 Indoor, 12 Outdoor | Membership Required | ✓ |
| Joy Park Community Center | 6 | 6 Outdoor | Free | — |
| Davenport Park | 6 | 6 Outdoor | Free | — |
| Waters Park | 6 | 6 Outdoor | Public - Dedicated | — |
| Bath Community Park | 4 | 4 Outdoor | Free | — |
Court Conditions in Akron
Indoor Only
5
venues
Outdoor Only
5
venues
Indoor & Outdoor
2
venues
Lighted for Night Play
4
venues
Where can I play pickleball for free in Akron?
Where can I play pickleball for free in Akron?
The best free pickleball courts in Akron are Davenport Park (6 courts), Joy Park Community Center (6 courts), Waters Park (6 courts), and Shaw JCC of Akron / Jewish Community Center of Akron (4 courts, lighted). Most public courts have nets permanently on site — no reservation needed.
Are there indoor pickleball courts in Akron?
Yes — Akron has 16 indoor pickleball courts across 7 venues. Options include Springside Athletic Club (4 indoor courts, $70/session), Balch Street Gym (3 indoor courts, free), University of Akron (2 indoor courts, fee varies), and Shaw JCC of Akron / Jewish Community Center of Akron (2 indoor courts, free).
How many pickleball courts are in Akron, Ohio?
There are currently 54 verified pickleball courts in Akron, Ohio. This includes 16 indoor courts and 38 outdoor courts. CourtSource tracks 12 venues in the area.
Courts by Access Type
Membership required
3
venues • 25%
Free
3
venues • 25%
Commercial
3
venues • 25%
Public
2
venues • 17%
Public - dedicated
1
venue • 8%
| Access Type | Venues | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Membership required | 3 | 25% |
| Free | 3 | 25% |
| Commercial | 3 | 25% |
| Public | 2 | 17% |
| Public - dedicated | 1 | 8% |