About this venue
Outdoor pickleball at North Meadow Recreation Center, Central Park at 97th St. Official Central Park Conservancy (CPC) renovation page confirms project COMPLETE: "adding two new dedicated pickleball courts" plus reconditioned existing handball courts. Large pickleball community plays daily around 3–5 nets on handball courts. Basketball courts still undergoing repaving (spring 2026) but pickleball courts are open. Free, outdoor.
The details
Top recommended pickleball gear
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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How many pickleball courts does North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball have?+
North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball has 2 dedicated courts (+ informal pickleball on handball courts).
Is North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball indoor or outdoor?+
North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball offers outdoor pickleball.
How much does it cost to play at North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball?+
Free
Is North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball open to the public?+
Yes — North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball is open to the public at no charge.
What are North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball's hours?+
Daily 6am–10pm
Where is North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball located?+
North Meadow Recreation Center Pickleball is located at Mid-Park at 97th St, New York, NY 10024.