Downtown riverfront public complex with 24 lighted courts (18 dedicated + 6 overlaid on tennis). Free recreational play. Operated by Pickleball at Sawyer Point, a 501(c)(4) non-profit. LED lighting for evening play; seating for 250 spectators; webcam for live court conditions. Open play averages 120+ players per session. Court reservations NOT available (FCFS). Seasonal Mar-Nov. NOTE: record had "March-December" but official pbatsp.
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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Sawyer Point Pickleball Courts has 24 outdoor lighted courts (18 dedicated + 6 on tennis).
Sawyer Point Pickleball Courts offers outdoor pickleball.
Free / public
Yes — Sawyer Point Pickleball Courts is open to the public at no charge.
Daily 8:00 AM–10:00 PM (seasonal: March–November)
Sawyer Point Pickleball Courts is located at 815 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
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