About this venue
Address and phone confirmed from official akronohio.gov/departments/recreation_and_parks/community_centers.php. Hours confirmed same page. Pickleball (2 courts) from Scout research but NOT explicitly confirmed on official Akron city page HOURS CORRECTION 2026-06-13: Prior DB hours (Mon–Thu 9am–8:30pm etc.) were for the indoor facility building, NOT outdoor pickleball courts. Official akronohio.gov/departments/recreation_and_parks/sports.php confirms outdoor pickleball courts open 'daily from 7:00 AM to sundown (weather permitting)' at no charge.
The details
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How many pickleball courts does Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts have?+
Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts has 2 courts.
Is Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts indoor or outdoor?+
Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts offers outdoor pickleball.
How much does it cost to play at Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts?+
Free (no fees or reservations required)
Is Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts open to the public?+
Yes — Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts is open to the public at no charge.
What are Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts's hours?+
Daily 7am–sundown (outdoor courts; weather permitting)
Where is Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts located?+
Northwest Family Recreation Center Pickleball Courts is located at 1730 Shatto Avenue, Akron, OH 44313.