Town of Colonie - West Albany Pocket Park
Albany, New York · 12205
Court Details
90 Braintree Street
Albany, NY 12205
public
Access
good
Condition
Phone
Website
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Friday: 8:00 – 9:30 AM | Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:30 PM
About this court
Pickleball in Albany, NY finds a welcoming home at West Albany Pocket Park, a public green space at 90 Braintree Street that holds a 4.5-star Google rating across 168 reviews. The park is free to play with open-play access, and courts are available most days from 8:00 AM to 9:30 PM — a notably long window for recreational players. Friday is the exception, with a significantly shorter window closing at 9:30 AM, so weekday planning is worth a quick check before heading out. The facility carries a good condition rating and is tagged as kid friendly and dog friendly, reflecting its role as a multi-use community space. Beyond courts, the park includes sports fields, a picnic pavilion with charcoal grills, a playground, and a war memorial — context that helps explain its draw for families and neighborhood regulars alike. Visitors mention the grounds are consistently clean and well kept, with one recurring note about frequent police presence during daytime hours adding to a sense of safety for families. Located in the United States in Albany, NY, West Albany Pocket Park suits players who prefer a relaxed, no-cost setting over structured league environments. The open-play format, extended evening hours on most days, and free admission make it an accessible option for both regular locals and those passing through the West Albany area looking for casual court time.