INTEGRITY FLAG 2026-06-11: raleighnc.gov/pickleball lists Optimist CC as pickleball venue; however, the individual optimist-park page lists 8 tennis courts with no mention of pickleball. May be indoor gym open play. Phone queue: (919) 996-2880 to confirm. 2026-06-12: Integrity flag resolved — individual park page lists outdoor tennis courts; indoor pickleball is offered in the gymnasium. raleighnc.gov/pickleball is the authoritative primary source.
The exact court count for Optimist Community Center Pickleball isn't published yet — we're confirming it directly with the venue.
$3/session or $15/4-month pass (open play)
Yes — Optimist Community Center Pickleball is open to the public on a pay-to-play basis.
Mon–Fri 10am–9pm; Sat 9am–3pm; Sun 1pm–6pm
Optimist Community Center Pickleball is located at 5900 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609.
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