City of El Cerrito's own 'Courts & Play Fields' page confirms Castro Park pickleball with the open-play schedule and reservation pricing above. Exact street address and court count not given on this page (sources conflict between 1441 Lawrence St and 1420 Norvell Ave), so left null; Recreation Dept office is at 7007 Moeser Lane.
Our picks from the pickleball buying guides — chosen editorially, never by the venue and never by spend.
Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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Castro Park offers outdoor pickleball.
Open play free; reservations $8.25/hr residents, $10.50/hr non-residents (not available during open-play hours)
Yes — Castro Park is open to the public at no charge.
Open play: Sat/Sun 9am–12pm, Mon/Tue 10am–12pm, Wed–Fri 3–5pm (winter) / 4–6pm (summer)
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