Seattle — Sports & Recreation
Seattle
Tennis Courts
Over 150 courts across the city — outdoor parks courts, 6 indoor courts at Amy Yee, and school and private options.
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Overview
Seattle Parks and Recreation has over 100 outdoor tennis courts spread across 50+ parks, plus 6 indoor courts at the Amy Yee Tennis Center. All outdoor courts are concrete except Kinnear Park (blacktop), and a number have lights and backboards. Reservations cost $10/hour and open two weeks in advance — same-day drop-in is free on unreserved courts.
A growing number of courts have been dual-lined for pickleball. Beyond the parks system, Ballard High School courts are open to the public outside school hours, and a handful of private club courts are available through lessons or membership.
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Seattle Parks
Alki
Alki Playground Tennis Courts
Two tennis courts in the northwest corner of Alki Playground. The courts are lined for pickleball and are popular pickleball courts during the day.
What to Know
- Two courts, dual-lined for pickleball
- Popular for pickleball during daytime
- Street parking available
- Bathrooms adjacent to the courts
Magnolia
Discovery Park Tennis Courts
Two concrete courts near the southeast corner of Discovery Park. No parking directly adjacent, but the east parking lot next to the visitor center is a few hundred yards away.
What to Know
- Two concrete courts
- No lights or backboard
- East parking lot a few hundred yards away
Ballard
Gilman Park Tennis Courts
Two concrete courts in the southwest corner of Gilman Park next to the bathrooms. Courts and nets are in reasonably good shape. No lights or backboard.
What to Know
- Two courts, reasonable condition
- No lights or backboard
- Bathrooms adjacent
Green Lake
Green Lake Park East Tennis Courts
Three courts at the east end of the park next to the Green Lake Community Center, dual-lined for pickleball. Moveable pickleball nets are often in place.
What to Know
- Three courts, dual-lined for pickleball
- Moveable pickleball nets often available
- Next to the Green Lake Community Center
Green Lake
Green Lake Park West Tennis Courts
Two courts at the western edge of Green Lake Park off West Green Lake Drive North. Courts are in reasonably good shape with parking nearby.
What to Know
- Two courts, reasonable condition
- Parking nearby on the west side of the park
North Admiral
Hiawatha Playfield Tennis Court
Three courts in the northern section of Hiawatha Playfield. Bathrooms are available in the nearby Hiawatha Community Center (verify availability as the center may be closed for renovation). Street parking around the park.
What to Know
- Three courts
- Bathrooms in nearby community center (check availability)
- Street parking available
Highland Park
Highland Park Tennis Court
Single court in the southwest corner of Highland Park Playground. No dedicated parking lot — street parking nearby. Bathrooms adjacent to the court in the playground area.
What to Know
- Single court
- No dedicated parking, street parking nearby
- Bathrooms adjacent in playground area
Beacon Hill
Jefferson Park Tennis Courts
Four courts in the northeast section of Jefferson Park, split into two sets of two. Courts have lights, making evening play possible. Parking lot fills quickly during busy periods; bathrooms a short walk away.
What to Know
- Four courts with lights
- Split into two pairs
- Parking lot adjacent — fills up quickly
- Bathrooms nearby
Lower Queen Anne
Kinnear Park Tennis Court
Single blacktop court on the eastern edge of Kinnear Park (also called Lower Kinnear Park). The court sits on the side of a steep hill and requires a walking path to access, with the easiest entry from Roy Street.
What to Know
- Single court — blacktop surface (not concrete)
- Requires walking path to access
- Easiest entry from Roy Street
Magnolia
Magnolia Park Tennis Courts
Two concrete courts at the junction of West Howe Street and Magnolia Boulevard West in the northeast corner of Magnolia Park. Courts are in reasonably good shape and see moderate use.
What to Know
- Two courts, reasonable condition
- Less crowded than Magnolia Playfield courts
Magnolia
Magnolia Playfield Tennis Courts
Four courts in great shape at the corner of 34th Ave West and West Smith Street, all dual-lined for pickleball. These courts fill up quickly with both tennis and pickleball players. Reservations are strongly advised on weekends and during good weather.
What to Know
- Four courts in great shape
- Dual-lined for pickleball
- Very popular — reserve ahead on weekends
Riverview
Riverview Playfield Tennis Courts
Courts in the upper middle section of the park off 12th Avenue. Small parking lot just south of the courts and a larger lot in the southern section. Bathrooms to the south past the baseball and soccer fields.
What to Know
- Small parking lot just south of courts
- Bathrooms south of the baseball fields
Fauntleroy
Solstice Park Tennis Courts
Six courts in two sets at Solstice Park in the Fauntleroy neighborhood. Courts have lights and a backboard. No restrooms in the park but a porta-potty is often placed near the courts. Street parking on surrounding side streets.
What to Know
- Six courts with lights and backboard
- No permanent restrooms — porta-potty often available
- Street parking on surrounding streets
Crown Hill
Soundview Playfield Tennis Courts
Two hard-surface courts in the northwest corner of Soundview Playfield in Crown Hill. Courts were recently re-lined for both tennis and pickleball. Bathrooms a short walk away.
What to Know
- Two courts, recently re-lined for both tennis and pickleball
- Reasonable condition
- Bathrooms nearby
Highpoint
Walt Hundley Playfield Tennis Courts
Two courts in the northwest section of Walt Hundley Playfield, just south of the community center. Courts have lights and are dual-lined for pickleball, making them a popular daytime pickleball spot. Bathrooms and street parking available.
What to Know
- Two courts with lights
- Dual-lined for pickleball
- Bathrooms in nearby community center
- Street parking available
Phinney Ridge
Woodland Park Lower Tennis Courts
Ten courts in five pairs of two at the east end of Woodland Park, accessed off West Green Lake Drive North. Courts 1 & 2 are drop-in only; others may be in use by school teams. Lights available; ample parking adjacent.
What to Know
- Ten courts with lights, in five pairs
- Courts 1 & 2 drop-in only
- Used by local school teams
- Ample parking adjacent
Phinney Ridge
Woodland Park Upper Tennis Courts
Four courts on the southern edge of Woodland Park off 50th Street. Courts are in reasonably good shape. The nearby parking lot has been closed in recent years but street parking is available.
What to Know
- Four courts, reasonable condition
- Nearby lot closed — street parking available
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Other Public Courts
Ballard
Ballard High School Tennis Courts
Four hard-surface courts north of the Ballard High School main building off NW 67th Street. Available for public use during non-school hours and when not in use by school teams (boys and girls tennis in spring). Lights exist but are typically only used for school events. No fee, no reservations.
What to Know
- Four courts, hard surface
- Public access outside school hours and team practice
- Lights for school events only
- No fee, no reservation required
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Private Courts
Blue Ridge
Blue Ridge Tennis Courts
Two well-maintained hard-surface courts in the Blue Ridge neighborhood, available to Blue Ridge Homeowners Association members and guests. Non-residents can access the courts by signing up for lessons through the Blue Ridge tennis program.
What to Know
- Private — Blue Ridge HOA members and guests
- Non-residents can access via lesson registration
- Two well-maintained hard-surface courts
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Tips for Seattle Tennis Courts
Reservations cost $10/hour and open two weeks in advance — same-day bookings are not allowed. Drop-in play on unreserved courts is free.
Woodland Park Lower and Jefferson Park are the most in-demand courts in the city. Reserve well ahead for weekends and evenings during good weather.
Jefferson Park, Solstice Park, and Woodland Park Lower have lighted courts. Most other outdoor courts have no lighting.
Many courts have been dual-lined for pickleball. Magnolia Playfield, Green Lake East, Soundview, and Walt Hundley all have pickleball lines and sometimes moveable nets.
The Amy Yee Tennis Center in the Central District has 6 indoor courts with drop-in play, lessons, and leagues — the only major public indoor facility in Seattle.
Parking is tight at Woodland Park Lower on weekends. The lot off West Green Lake Drive North fills early — arriving before 9AM is the safest bet.
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