21 outdoor dedicated pickleball courts in downtown Grand Rapids; lighted, with restrooms and wheelchair access. Divided by skill level (beginner/intermediate/advanced) plus a stadium/challenge court. Free to play. Home of the Beer City Open professional tournament. One of the largest pickleball facilities in the Midwest. Primary source: Grand Rapids Pickleball Club (grpickleball.com) + Experience Grand Rapids (experiencegr.com).
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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Belknap Park Pickleball Courts has 21 courts.
Belknap Park Pickleball Courts offers outdoor pickleball.
Free; GRPC membership encouraged (-50/yr) but not required for public open play
Yes — Belknap Park Pickleball Courts is open to the public at no charge.
Mon-Sun 9am-noon and 4-10pm; Ladies play Thu 9-11am (May-Sep); Friday Night Lights round-robin for members
Belknap Park Pickleball Courts is located at 30 Coldbrook St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
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