David L. Venella Memorial Park / Green Acres Park

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About this court

At David L. Venella Memorial Park — also known as Green Acres Park — in Runnemede, NJ, pickleball is free and open to the public on permanent nets throughout a broad multi-sport complex on Dettmar Terrace. Hours run Monday through Wednesday and Friday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM, with slightly adjusted hours on Thursday and Sunday starting at 7:30 AM and closing at 9:00 PM, giving players plenty of scheduling flexibility across the week. The facility holds a 4.5 Google rating from 120 reviews, though that score reflects the park as a whole rather than the courts alone. On the pickleball side, the condition is rated as needing work. Players who have visited note that the court surfaces are visibly deteriorated and would benefit from resurfacing, and that the nets are due for replacement. Some visitors have also mentioned litter around the court area as a concern, which contrasts with the cleaner standards found at comparable nearby parks. For competitive or frequent players, these factors are worth considering before making the trip. The broader park, however, draws consistent appreciation. Visitors mention the walking trails, open playing fields, fishing access, and an unexpected meditation circle as highlights, and the dog-friendly environment makes it a well-rounded destination for those combining a pickleball session with other outdoor activities. Free access and extended evening hours remain the strongest practical draws for pickleball players in the Runnemede, NJ area looking for a no-cost, publicly accessible court with permanent nets.