City of Gastonia public park; 15 lighted outdoor pickleball courts (constructed 2023) + 2 indoor courts. Free, first-come first-served. Restrooms + picnic shelter. Also hosts tournaments including 2024 NC Pickleball Championship.
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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T. Jeffers Center & Park Pickleball Courts has 15 courts.
T. Jeffers Center & Park Pickleball Courts offers outdoor pickleball.
T. Jeffers Center & Park Pickleball Courts is free to play — no fee and no membership required.
Yes — T. Jeffers Center & Park Pickleball Courts is open to the public at no charge.
Dawn to dusk daily (lighted outdoor courts)
T. Jeffers Center & Park Pickleball Courts is located at 121 Hartman St, Gastonia, NC 28052.
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