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Turkey Thicket Recreation Center
19 indoor courts · Washington, DC
DC DPR facility with 3 indoor courts and 16 outdoor courts (total 19); one of the largest pickleball venues in the District. Court count updated from 3 to 19 to reflect both indoor and outdoor confirmed on DPR pickleball hub.
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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Turkey Thicket Recreation Center has 3 indoor courts (plus 16 outdoor).
Turkey Thicket Recreation Center offers indoor pickleball.
Free (DC residents)
Yes — Turkey Thicket Recreation Center is open to the public at no charge.
Mon-Fri 6am-9pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun closed
Turkey Thicket Recreation Center is located at 1100 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017.
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