About this club
Six lighted outdoor pickleball courts at the historic Water Tower Recreation Center in Chestnut Hill. Free public access. Schedule: Mon/Wed/Fri 5-9pm, Sat 9am-12pm (outdoor courts, April-October). Managed by the Water Tower Advisory Council (WTAC), a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Philadelphia Parks & Recreation invested $2.27M in exterior rehabilitation 2024-2025. 2026-06-13: Phone 215-685-9296 confirmed from official wtrec.org/programs-and-events. Pickleball listed as program. Hours, court count, cost not on official page
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Top recommended pickleball gear
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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Is Water Tower Recreation Center Pickleball Courts open to the public?+
Yes — Water Tower Recreation Center Pickleball Courts is open to the public on a pay-to-play basis.
Where is Water Tower Recreation Center Pickleball Courts located?+
Water Tower Recreation Center Pickleball Courts is located at 209 E Hartwell Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19118.