De Forest Park

Located at 6255 De Forest Ave. in Long Beach, CA, De Forest Park provides pickleball players with 8 dedicated outdoor courts in good condition — all free to play, no reservation required. Courts are lit through 10:00 PM every night of the week, opening up strong evening sessions that players describe as lively and high-energy. Fenced courts with permanent nets keep gameplay organized, and open drop-in play welcomes all skill levels. Rated 4.6 across 30 reviews, players note that the community here is friendly and welcoming to newcomers. Courts tend to get busier after 5:00 PM, with a paddle-queue system naturally forming during peak hours. Restrooms are available on the park grounds, and street parking on De Forest Ave. supplements the smaller on-site lot.