Indoor pickleball in Schlader gym (2 courts, M/W/F 9:30-11:30am) and outdoor courts (free daily 8am-8pm) at Winthrop Harbor Parks & Recreation. Indoor: $5 resident/$7 non-resident drop-in. Monthly memberships available.
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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Winthrop Harbor Parks and Recreation Pickleball offers both indoor and outdoor pickleball.
Outdoor free; indoor fee required
Yes — Winthrop Harbor Parks and Recreation Pickleball is open to the public on a pay-to-play basis.
Indoor: Mon/Wed/Fri & Tue/Thu 9:30-11:30am; outdoor daily free access
Winthrop Harbor Parks and Recreation Pickleball is located at 2700 9th Street, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096.
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