Lincoln Park Waveland Tennis Courts

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About this court

Situated in Chicago, IL's iconic Lincoln Park, the Waveland Tennis Courts at 3650 North Recreation Drive draw pickleball and multi-sport players to a public asphalt facility carrying a 4.5 rating from 142 Google reviews. Hours run seven days a week, with most days open from 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM and extended early access on Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 7:00 AM — a schedule that suits both before-work and evening players. Lights on-site support those later sessions. The courts are tagged for open play, free-to-play, and pay-to-play access, reflecting a flexible model that accommodates casual drop-ins alongside more organized use. Players note the surrounding parkland — featuring a golf course, baseball diamonds, and lakefront bike paths — makes this a destination beyond the courts themselves. The facility's condition is listed as playable, and the asphalt surface is consistent with the multi-sport character of the site. That said, visitors mention a few friction points worth knowing before you go. Some reviewers flag that lighting quality is uneven across courts, with certain sections less well-lit than others. Others note that court turnover during peak times can be slow, with reserved group play occupying courts through much of the summer. For pickleball specifically, players have observed that the footprint could accommodate a significantly expanded dedicated layout, suggesting local demand may outpace current infrastructure in this Chicago, IL, US landmark park.