Polk County's official recreation site has a dedicated pickleball page confirming the county "hosts a few different pickleball groups that meet several times a week" and offers lessons; contacts residents to the recreation office for group schedules. Court count and location within county facilities not published on this 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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Polk County Recreation is free to play — no fee and no membership required.
Yes — Polk County Recreation is open to the public at no charge.
8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday (office hours)
Polk County Recreation is located at 105 N Peak St, Columbus, NC 28722.
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