Eight dedicated outdoor pickleball courts at Whittier Park, frequently used by the Southeast Michigan Pickleball Association. Named for poet John Greenleaf Whittier, dedicated 1941. Also features basketball, soccer, and playground. Confirmed from official City of Royal Oak facility page.
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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Whittier Park Pickleball Courts has 8 courts.
Whittier Park Pickleball Courts offers outdoor pickleball.
Free
Yes — Whittier Park Pickleball Courts is open to the public at no charge.
Whittier Park Pickleball Courts plays on Outdoor hard court.
6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. daily; outdoor season May–October
Whittier Park Pickleball Courts is located at Farnum & Alexander, Royal Oak, MI 48067.
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