Are there free public pickleball courts in St. Louis?

Yes — St. Louis City Parks and St. Louis County Parks maintain free public courts at Forest Park and Willmore Park, along with additional facilities throughout the metro area.

How many pickleball courts are in St. Louis?

Pickleball courts in St. Louis are split between dedicated facilities, converted tennis courts with permanent or taped lines, and rec center additions.

Do I need to book a pickleball court in advance in St. Louis?

Outdoor public pickleball courts are usually drop-in or BYO net, while dedicated indoor clubs almost always require a reservation.

Pickleball Courts in St. Louis, MO

St. Louis punches well above its weight in pickleball. The local MLP franchise, the St. Louis Shock, is owned by the Chaifetz family and won the inaugural MLP Cup in 2025 after hosting league play at Chaifetz Arena that July. Off the pro stage, the metro stacks indoor capacity hard: Arch Pickleball & Badminton in Bridgeton runs 24 courts, Missouri Pickleball Club in Fenton runs 18, and Olivette's Padel + Pickle bills itself as the largest indoor padel-and-pickleball venue on the planet. Outdoor staples include Tower Grove Park's eight lighted courts.