Mel McKay Park

Pickleball players in Rock Island, IL will find 6 dedicated, fenced outdoor courts at Mel McKay Park — all free to play and accessible every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The courts feature permanent nets, painted lines, and lights, and a structured morning session runs Monday through Saturday from 8:00 to 11:00 AM through the Quad Cities Pickleball Club. Players note the courts are newly refurbished and well-organized, with benches and sun-blocking overhangs situated along a central lane between the two sets of three courts. A windsock on site helps players track wind direction. Rainy-day play shifts to RIFAC with a small fee of $3 or $2.