Officially William E. Macken Park, in North Kansas City MO (separate municipality from Kansas City). All 6 tennis courts converted to dual-use pickleball (KCUR May 2025; nkc.org). Free, no reservations, lights available. Phone: NKC Parks & Rec 816-300-0545 (M–Sat 9am–5pm). Hours unconfirmed from primary source
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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Macken Park Pickleball Courts has 6 outdoor courts.
Macken Park Pickleball Courts offers outdoor pickleball.
Free
Yes — Macken Park Pickleball Courts is open to the public at no charge.
Macken Park Pickleball Courts plays on hard.
Macken Park Pickleball Courts is located at 2251 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO 64116.
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