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Clarks Creek Community Park
8 outdoor courts · Charlotte, NC
5435 Hucks Rd confirmed from official. 8 dedicated outdoor pickleball courts confirmed from official Mecklenburg County reservation page: 5 reservable (online via Mecklenburg ActiveNet), 3 open play. Full LED lighting. Widely regarded as the best free public pickleball facility in Mecklenburg County (QCNerve Charlotte guide 2026). No posted closing time; outdoor courts always accessible. North Charlotte / University City corridor off Hucks Rd.
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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Clarks Creek Community Park has 8 outdoor courts.
Clarks Creek Community Park offers outdoor pickleball.
Free
Yes — Clarks Creek Community Park is open to the public at no charge.
Open daily (outdoor public park courts; always accessible)
Clarks Creek Community Park is located at 5435 Hucks Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269.
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