City of Sacramento's own park-directory page for Swanston Park and the city's official 'Parks with Pickle Ball' page both list it as a pickleball location. Free public play.
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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Swanston Park has 2 courts (pickleball lines on tennis court).
Swanston Park offers outdoor pickleball.
Swanston Park is free to play — no fee and no membership required.
Yes — Swanston Park is open to the public at no charge.
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