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Kelly Recreation Complex
8 courts · Lakeland, FL
8 outdoor courts (was 12; the 4 indoor courts at notes refer to Simpson Park CC, a separate venue). Confirmed from official lakelandgov.net/departments/parks-recreation-and-cultural-arts/tennis-pickleball/. Hours confirmed dawn-dusk; Mon-Fri extended to 9pm. Cost: Free outdoor public park (no fee published on official page; parks-policy applies).
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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Kelly Recreation Complex has 8 outdoor lighted courts.
Kelly Recreation Complex offers both indoor and outdoor pickleball.
Free
Yes — Kelly Recreation Complex is open to the public at no charge.
Kelly Recreation Complex plays on Hardcourt.
Daily dawn-dusk; Mon-Fri dawn-9pm
Kelly Recreation Complex is located at 404 Imperial Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33803.
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