Pickleball Courts in Dayton, Ohio (2026 Guide)
Dayton, Ohio has 44 pickleball courts across 6 venues.
Dayton has 44+ pickleball courts across 6 venues. The top free options are Ray And Joan Kroc Center (14 courts, lighted, free), Jim Nichols Tennis Complex (8 courts, lighted, free), and Black Barn Pickleball (8 courts, free).
For year-round play regardless of weather, the best climate-controlled options are Black Barn Pickleball (8 indoor), Ray And Joan Kroc Center (6 indoor), and Washington Township Recreation Center (3 indoor, $2/session).
Dayton has 6 pickleball venues with 44 courts. The city offers a mix of free municipal courts and commercial facilities. 6 venues offer indoor play for year-round access.
Pickleball Courts in Dayton
6 mapped
How do Dayton pickleball venues compare?
| Venue Name | Courts | Indoor/Outdoor | Access Type | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ray And Joan Kroc Center | 14 | 6 Indoor, 8 Outdoor | Commercial | ✓ |
| Lohrey Recreation Center & Jim Nichols Tennis Complex | 8 | 2 Indoor, 6 Outdoor | Free | ✓ |
| Jim Nichols Tennis Complex | 8 | 2 Indoor, 6 Outdoor | Free | ✓ |
| Black Barn Pickleball | 8 | 8 Indoor | Public | — |
| Washington Township Recreation Center | 3 | 3 Indoor | Drop-In Fee | ✓ |
Court Conditions in Dayton
Indoor Only
3
venues
Indoor & Outdoor
3
venues
Lighted for Night Play
5
venues
Drop-In / Open Play
1
venue
Where can I play pickleball for free in Dayton?
Where can I play pickleball for free in Dayton?
The best free pickleball courts in Dayton are Ray And Joan Kroc Center (14 courts, lighted), Jim Nichols Tennis Complex (8 courts, lighted), Black Barn Pickleball (8 courts), and Lohrey Recreation Center & Jim Nichols Tennis Complex (8 courts, lighted). Most public courts have nets permanently on site — no reservation needed.
Are there indoor pickleball courts in Dayton?
Yes — Dayton has 24 indoor pickleball courts across 6 venues. Options include Black Barn Pickleball (8 indoor courts, free), Ray And Joan Kroc Center (6 indoor courts, free), Washington Township Recreation Center (3 indoor courts, $2/session), and Vandalia Recreation Center (3 indoor courts, free).
How many pickleball courts are in Dayton, Ohio?
There are currently 44 verified pickleball courts in Dayton, Ohio. This includes 24 indoor courts and 20 outdoor courts. CourtSource tracks 6 venues in the area.
Courts by Access Type
Free
2
venues • 33%
Public
2
venues • 33%
Commercial
1
venue • 17%
Drop-in fee
1
venue • 17%
| Access Type | Venues | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Free | 2 | 33% |
| Public | 2 | 33% |
| Commercial | 1 | 17% |
| Drop-in fee | 1 | 17% |