Phase II opened approx. Jan 2026. Official @cityofwilmington FB confirms 4 dedicated pickleball courts. WECT 2025-07-08 confirms groundbreaking + timeline.
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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Olsen Park has 4 dedicated outdoor pickleball courts (Phase II, opened ~Jan 2026).
Olsen Park offers outdoor pickleball.
Free
Yes — Olsen Park is open to the public at no charge.
Olsen Park is located at 5510 Olsen Park Ln, Wilmington, NC 28405.
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