Sandhill Park

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About this court

Nestled near the pool at Sandhill Park in Essex, VT, these 2 outdoor pickleball courts offer free, public access every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM — one of the more generous hour windows for a no-cost facility in the United States. Courts are in good condition and equipped with lights, allowing players to make the most of evening slots throughout the week. Organized open-play pickup sessions are scheduled for Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings starting at 9 AM, weather permitting, with all game coordination handled through the OpenSports platform at opensports.net/@essex-pickleball. Sandhill Park is a mixed-use site, meaning pickleball shares the space with tennis, basketball, and a kids' play area, all within walking distance of the park pool. The facility carries ADA accessible and kid friendly tags, reflecting a layout designed for a broad range of visitors. Holding a 4.5 rating across 26 Google reviews, players note an active and welcoming pickleball scene within a family-oriented park setting. Visitors also mention the lit courts create a distinct atmosphere for evening sessions, though the lights are noted to cycle in response to nearby traffic. For anyone seeking free, well-maintained courts with a built-in pickup community in Essex, VT, Sandhill Park at 208 Sandhill Road is a reliable option worth adding to your rotation.

Notes

Schedule: M,W,F start at 9 am. Weather permitting. We now use OpenSports to post and manage all of our pickups. To join a pickup session and join our group for future games, go to https://opensports.net/@essex-pickleball Fee: None Comment: This a mixed use site. Located near the pool at the park off Sandhill