2026-06-13: Official oaklandca.gov/Community/Parks-Facilities/Recreation-Centers/Bushrod-Recreation-Center confirms: "Bushrod Tennis and Pickle Ball Courts" — pickleball existence confirmed from official city site. Phone (510) 597-5013 from official page. Court count conflict: oaklandside.org (2023 news) says 6 courts; other aggregators say 4. Cannot confirm official count from official page (403 on direct fetch). Hours and cost not on official page.
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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Bushrod Park has 6 dedicated courts.
Bushrod Park offers outdoor pickleball.
Free (suggested $2-$4 session donation)
Yes — Bushrod Park is open to the public at no charge.
Bushrod Park plays on hard.
Bushrod Park is located at 560 59th St, Oakland, CA 94609.
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