Pickleball Courts by Branded Pickleball
Court Finder · Wilmington, NC

Free pickleball courts in Wilmington, NC

11 free-to-play pickleball locations in Wilmington, North Carolina — public parks, rec centers and community courts you can use without a membership or court fee. Addresses, court counts, Google ratings and directions for each.

11free-to-play venues
10More within 25 mi
June 2026Updated
All Locations/ United States/ North Carolina/ Wilmington/ Free Pickleball Courts
All pickleball courts in Wilmington (19)Indoor Pickleball Courts in Wilmington (4)Free Pickleball Courts in North Carolina (204)

Looking for free pickleball courts in Wilmington, NC? Every venue below is tagged free from its own website or parks listing. Tap one for hours, fees, amenities and directions, or scroll down for free courts in nearby cities.

Free Pickleball Courts in Wilmington

Long Leaf Park 314 Pine Grove Dr, Wilmington, NC 28409, USA · ⭐ 4.7/5 (3,433) FreeOutdoorPublic Ogden Park 615 Ogden Park Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411, USA · ⭐ 4.7/5 (1,280) FreeOutdoorPublic Greenfield Park 1739 Burnett Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA · ⭐ 4.6/5 (1,127) FreeOutdoorPublic Empie Park 3405 Park Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA · ⭐ 4.6/5 (763) FreeOutdoorPublic Arrowhead Park 720 Arnold Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412, USA · ⭐ 4.7/5 (495) FreeOutdoorPublic Maides Park 1101 Manly Ave, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA · ⭐ 4.4/5 (255) FreeOutdoorPublic Robert Strange Park 401 S 8th St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA · ⭐ 4.5/5 (100) FreeOutdoorPublic Greenfield Lake Pickleball Court 1739 Burnett Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA · ⭐ 4.5/5 (4) FreeOutdoorPublic Arrowhead Park Pickleball Courts 780 Silver Lake Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412, USA · ⭐ 5/5 (3) FreeOutdoorPublic Legion Stadium Pickleball Courts Wilmington, NC 28401, USA · ⭐ 4/5 (2) FreeOutdoorPublic Veteran's Park Pickleball Courts Wilmington, NC 28412, USA · ⭐ 1/5 (1) FreeOutdoorPublic
AD
Custom Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle
From Branded Pickleball

Custom Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle

Your logo, your colors · Ships in 3-5 business days · As low as $38.99
Design Yours →

More free pickleball courts near Wilmington

Free venues in nearby cities, closest first (straight-line distance from central Wilmington).

Wrightsville Beach Park 321 Causeway Dr, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA · Wrightsville Beach · 6.3 mi · ⭐ 4.7/5 (611) FreeOutdoorPublic Wrightsville Beach Pickleball Courts 303 W Salisbury St, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480, USA · Wrightsville Beach · 6.3 mi · ⭐ 4.8/5 (4) FreeOutdoorPublic Northern Regional Park 4700 Old Ave, Castle Hayne, NC 28429, USA · Castle Hayne · 9.3 mi · ⭐ 4.7/5 (346) FreeOutdoorPublic Mike Chappell Park Mike Chappell Park, 501 Dow Rd S, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, USA · Carolina Beach · 11.5 mi · ⭐ 4.7/5 (289) FreeOutdoorPublic Topsail Beach Pickleball Courts 624 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC 28445, USA · Topsail Beach · 20 mi · ⭐ 4.3/5 (11) FreeOutdoorPublic Pender County Government 805 S Walker St, Burgaw, NC 28425, USA · Burgaw · 23.9 mi · ⭐ 3.6/5 (5) FreeOutdoorPublic Johnson Park 311 S Walker St, Burgaw, NC 28425, USA · Burgaw · 24.2 mi · ⭐ 5/5 (1) FreeOutdoorPublic Dees Park 105 W Courthouse Ave, Burgaw, NC 28425, USA · Burgaw · 24.3 mi · ⭐ 5/5 (2) FreeOutdoorPublic Pender County Courthouse 100 S Wright St, Burgaw, NC 28425, USA · Burgaw · 24.4 mi · ⭐ 3/5 (55) FreeOutdoorPublic Pecan Park 309 E Wilmington St, Burgaw, NC 28425, USA · Burgaw · 24.4 mi FreeOutdoorPublic

Free Pickleball Courts in Wilmington: What to Know

Wilmington has 11 free-to-play venues in our directory. The top-rated by Google reviewers are Long Leaf Park, Ogden Park, and Arrowhead Park. Another 10 free venues within 25 miles are listed below.

Free courts in Wilmington are public and first-come, first-served — bring your own paddle and balls, expect to rotate in when it's busy, and check each listing for lights if you plan to play after dark. Wilmington enjoys a full four-season climate, so spring through fall is peak outdoor pickleball season and indoor courts keep players active over the colder winter months.

Want every option? See all pickleball courts in Wilmington, the indoor courts in Wilmington, or free pickleball courts across North Carolina. Know a free court we're missing? Add it for free — every change is reviewed by a person before it goes live.

Frequently Asked Questions About Free Pickleball Courts in Wilmington

How many free pickleball courts are in Wilmington, NC?
Our directory lists 11 free-to-play venues in Wilmington. Another 10 are within 25 miles of the city.
What is the best-rated free pickleball court in Wilmington?
Long Leaf Park is rated 4.7/5 by 3,433 Google reviewers, followed by Ogden Park (4.7/5).
Do I need to reserve free pickleball courts in Wilmington?
Usually not. Free public courts are first-come, first-served, and players rotate in when every court is busy. A few parks departments take reservations for leagues or lessons; each listing links to the venue website where we have it.
When is the best time to play free pickleball in Wilmington?
Spring, summer, and fall are ideal for outdoor pickleball in Wilmington, and indoor courts and clubs extend the season through winter — so you can find a game any time of year.

Custom Pickleball Gear for Your Club or Event?

Branded Pickleball creates custom paddles and accessories for clubs, leagues, corporate events, and tournaments. ONLY 10 paddle minimum order, 3-5 day turnaround, full-color print.

Shop Branded Pickleball