Rock Island Parks & Recreation park; the city's official Mel McKay Park page states 'Mel McKay Park has pickleball courts located on the east side of the park.' Outdoor courts, east entrance off 14th St. Court count not stated on the city page (a rigov bid/RFP page references a pickleball court project).
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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Mel McKay Park offers outdoor pickleball.
Mel McKay Park is free to play — no fee and no membership required.
Yes — Mel McKay Park is open to the public at no charge.
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