Pickleball is gaining popularity in the Pensacola area, and whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting, there are plenty of pickleball courts to play on in Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, and Milton. With both free and membership-based options, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a guide to the top places to play pickleball in the Pensacola area.
Pensacola Pickleball Courts
Vickrey Resource Center - The Vickrey Resource Center provides an open gym for pickleball with flexible times. It's a popular indoor location with tennis courts that have lines overlaid for pickleball. Contact the with any questions at (850) 912-4056.
- Hours: Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 7:30 am - 10:00 am and Thursday: 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm
- Courts: Lines overlaid on a tennis court
- Address: 2130 B. Summit Blvd, Pensacola, FL, 32503
Salvation Army- Offering both indoor and outdoor courts, the Salvation Army facility is a versatile spot for pickleball enthusiasts, with restrooms available on site. Contact them with any questions at (850) 432-1501.
- Courts: 1 outdoor and 3 indoor courts with lines overlaid on a tennis court
- Amenities: Restrooms available
- Address: 1501 N Q St, Pensacola, FL 32505
Pensacola State College- Pensacola State College has several courts that are available for PSC faculty and students, as well as the greater Pensacola area community. PSC is also home to several private pickleball lessons, in case you want to up your game!
- Courts: Outdoor courts with lines on a tennis court
- Address: 1000 College Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32504
Bear Levin Studer Family YMCA- For those looking for indoor courts and a community environment, the YMCA provides excellent facilities with a membership.
- Courts: 2 indoor hard courts with permanent lines
- Cost: Membership required
- Address: 165 E Intendencia St, Pensacola, FL 32502
Pensacola Athletic Center- This athletic center offers a premium experience for pickleball players, with four dedicated outdoor courts and full amenities.
- Courts: 4 outdoor dedicated courts
- Cost: Membership required
- Address: 7700 Highway 98 W, Pensacola, FL 32506
Navy Federal Credit Union Recreation Center- This newly built outdoor athletic park is open to the community and has two dedicated courts for pickleball.
- Courts: 2 outdoor dedicated courts that are free of charge to utilities
- Address: 9045 Security Place, Pensacola, FL 32526
University of West Florida- The University of West Florida has three pickleball courts located near the tennis courts at University Park near the gym. The outdoor courts are available for community use. Indoor courts are available at a cost. UWF also hosts intramural sports for pickleball singles and doubles.
- Courts: 3 outdoor dedicated courts and indoor courts
- Cost: Outdoor courts are free for community use, while indoor courts require payment
- Address: 11000 University Parkway, Pensacola, FL 32514
Portside Pickle- We’re also excited about a new pickleball court coming to the Port of Pensacola along Pensacola Bay in downtown and is now open!
- Courts: 8 dedicated outdoor courts
- Cost: Players can rent pickleball courts by the hour or via a paid membership.
- Details: A waterfront sports facility located downtown Pensacola at the Port of Pensacola.
In addition to the list, both Escambia County and the City of Pensacola continue to install pickleball courts at existing parks in the Pensacola area. Here's our most up-to-date list as of December 2025 of Pensacola area pickleball courts. All of these courts are at no charge to the public.
- Hollis T. Williams Park
📍 1601 N Hayne St, Pensacola, FL 32503
🎾 Courts: 3 outdoor pickleball courts (lined on a tennis court) - Armstrong Park
📍 300 W. Lakeview Ave., Pensacola, FL 32501
🎾 Courts: 3 dedicated pickleball courts
⏰ Hours: Dawn to dusk - Lexington Terrace Park
📍 900 South Old Corry Field Road, Pensacola, FL
🎾 Courts: 4 new outdoor pickleball courts - Marie Ella Davis Park
📍 16 Raymond Street, Pensacola, FL
🎾 Courts: 2 new outdoor pickleball courts
Gulf Breeze Pickleball Courts
- Shoreline Park Recreation Center- Shoreline Park offers indoor pickleball with permanent court lines. It’s an ideal place for players seeking a structured indoor environment. Contact them with any questions at (850) 934-6572.
- Courts: 3 indoor courts with permanent lines
- Cost: There’s a $5 fee for non-residents to play.
- Address: 800 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze
- Community Life United Methodist Church- This church provides indoor play opportunities during the week, making it a great option for morning games. Contact them with any questions at (850) 850-916-1660.
- Courts: Indoor play
- Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
- Address: 4115 Soundside Dr, Gulf Breeze
- Tiger Point Park- Tiger Point Park offers a large park with something for the whole family including pickleball.
- Courts: Outdoor play with lines overlaid on a tennis court
- Days/Times: Open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Address: 1370 Tiger Park Lane, Gulf Breeze
Pace & Milton Pickleball Courts
1. Santa Rosa Sports Plex- The Santa Rosa Sports Plex offers the only pickleball courts in the Pace area!
- Courts: Outdoor play with lines overlaid on a tennis court
- Days/Times: Open daily from sunrise to sunset
- Address: 5976 Chumuckla Hwy, Pace
2. Gracey Community Center in Milton- Milton Community Center offers a mix of outdoor and indoor courts, catering to all schedules with both morning and afternoon play times. Contact them with any questions at (850) 850-983-5466 option 1.
- Courts: Indoor and outdoor courts with varied hours for indoor courts
- Cost: A pass key is available for as little as $2 a month
- Address: 5629 Byrom Street, Milton
Whether you're looking for free, public-access courts or more exclusive membership-based options, the Pensacola area offers a variety of places to enjoy pickleball. From new players to seasoned pros, there’s a court waiting for you!
