Herman Park Center

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About this court

At 903 E. Ash St. in Goldsboro, NC, Herman Park Center offers free public pickleball across 3 courts — 2 outdoor and 1 indoor — making it one of the more versatile no-cost options in the United States' Southeast. The outdoor courts, located near Herman St. by the tennis courts inside Herman Park, are equipped with portable nets and operate daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM with zero restrictions on age, time, or day of visit. Courts are rated in good condition, and the facility holds a 4.5 Google rating based on 975 reviews. Beyond drop-in play, organized sessions run throughout the week at no charge: Monday 1–8 PM and Thursday 9 AM–4 PM are open to all ages, while Friday 11 AM–3 PM is designated for senior players aged 50 and up. For scheduling questions, the facility contact is Tyler Ham at 919-739-7480. The broader Herman Park setting earns consistent praise from visitors, who note the clean, shaded grounds, abundant picnic areas, and a genuinely family-friendly atmosphere. Tags like Dog Friendly, Kid Friendly, Restrooms, and Picnic Area reflect what players and families actually find on site. The multi-sport layout — tennis, handball, and pickleball sharing the same park — draws a diverse crowd, and reviewers often highlight the welcoming, community-oriented feel that keeps people coming back.

Notes

Contact: Tyler Ham Phone: 919-739-7480 Schedule: Mon 1-8 p.m. all ages, Thurs 9 a.m - 4 p.m. all ages, Fri 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Seniors (50+) only Fee: Free Comment: 2 outdoor dedicated courts have portable nets (near Herman St. by tennis courts in Herman Park). No age, time, or date restrictions on outdoor courts.