Oz Park

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About this court

On North Larrabee Street in Chicago, IL, Oz Park provides a free, publicly accessible pickleball option with 1 outdoor court in good condition — a straightforward offering that draws more competition for court time than its modest footprint might suggest. Open seven days a week from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, the court carries a 4.6 Google rating across 24 reviews and is tagged for open play, lessons, and multi-sport use. One important heads-up: this is pickup pickleball, so players need to bring their own net. Court access operates through an informal racket-rack reservation system that regulars take seriously. Players note that courts turn over on the hour, and hanging your racket in the correct slot — odd or even — for the desired time block is essential to securing play. On evenings and weekends especially, visitors mention needing to arrive up to 90 minutes before their target hour to hold a spot. Those who misread the system or jump on a court early risk being asked to leave mid-game. Despite the competitive access dynamic, the overall experience earns consistent praise in the United States pickleball community. Reviewers highlight the court's solid condition and the convenience of free, extended daily hours. A patch of shade on the east side of the court is a practical bonus that players particularly appreciate on warm Chicago summer days. If you come prepared — net in hand and with an early arrival — Oz Park delivers a genuinely accessible urban pickleball session.

Notes

Pickup pickleball. Bring your own net & there is a decent wait