DeForest Park Pickleball Courts

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About this court

Pickleball players in Long Beach, CA have a well-regarded free option at DeForest Park Pickleball Courts, 6255 De Forest Avenue—a public facility rated 4.6 out of 5 across 30 Google reviews. The site features 8 dedicated, fenced courts in good condition, complete with permanent nets and lights that keep play going until 10:00 PM every day. Hours run from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Sunday, offering one of the longer daily windows of any public court in the area. Access is entirely free with no reservation system, making it a popular destination for drop-in and open play. Players note a vibrant evening atmosphere, with all courts consistently active through closing time and a welcoming mix of skill levels joining in throughout the week. The fenced layout—updated with inter-court barriers as of mid-2024—helps keep play organized across all 8 courts. Visitors mention that weekday evenings after 5:00 PM and weekend mornings are the busiest windows, with a paddle-queuing system informally managing court rotation during peak hours. Restrooms are located on the park grounds, and street parking on DeForest Avenue supplements the smaller on-site lot. The park's connection to a nearby riverbed path adds an extra draw for those who like to pair pickleball with cycling or walking.