Desert Sports Center
Palm Desert, California · 92211
Court Details
38895 El Desierto
Palm Desert, CA 92211
6 Courts
Indoor: 6
public
Access
good
Condition
Phone
Website
Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM | Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM | Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM | Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed
About this court
At Desert Sports Center in Palm Desert, CA, pickleball is played entirely indoors on 6 air-conditioned courts — a notable advantage during the Coachella Valley's intense heat. Located at 38895 El Desierto, this public facility runs Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM, with seasonal weekend hours also on the schedule. The court condition is rated good, and the center carries a solid 4.5 Google rating across 17 reviews. Access is pay-to-play, with drop-in sessions priced at $10. Punch cards are available and can unlock a free entry, while monthly and season pricing offers additional flexibility for regular players. Lessons are available on-site, and the facility is tagged as kid-friendly — making it accessible to a range of skill levels and ages. Restrooms are available, and tournaments are held on a to-be-determined basis. Reviewer sentiment in the United States reflects a generally positive experience: players note the staff is friendly and the facility is well maintained day-to-day. Some visitors mention that the space can feel limited in capacity when hosting larger tournament fields, with airflow and seating becoming considerations during busier events. For casual drop-in pickleball and structured lessons, Desert Sports Center stands out in Palm Desert's indoor sports landscape.
Notes
Indoor Air conditioned pickleball!! Starting May 18th 2019 Saturday and Sundays 9am-1pm. Starting June 27th Thursday’s and Friday’s 4pm-8pm, plus regular Saturday’s and Sunday’s too! Drop ins:$10, with punch cards available for a free entry. Monthly and Season prices available too. Tournaments TBD. 760-772-5175