> Pickleball at East Naples Community Park in Naples, FL: 65 courts, lighted, open to the public, fee to play. Address, cost, open play and how to reserve.

- Canonical: https://pcpc.club/courts/east-naples-community-park
- Published: 2026-09-25
- Updated: 2026-09-26
- Club: Paradise Coast Pickleball Club, a private social club for pickleball players 30 and up, Naples, FL
- Contact: https://pcpc.club/contact or hello@pcpc.club (the club has no phone yet)
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# Pickleball at East Naples Community Park

65 dedicated pickleball courts, lighted for evening play. Open to the public, fee to play. Everything we could verify about playing here, with a source for each fact.

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## Quick answer

East Naples Community Park is a pickleball venue in East Naples, Naples, Florida, at 3520 Thomasson Drive, Naples, FL 34112. It is also known as USOP National Pickleball Center, Naples Pickleball Center, Home of the US Open Pickleball Championships. It has 65 dedicated pickleball courts, lighted for evening play. Open to the public, fee to play. Cost: Open play for non-members is a $10 drop-in fee, paid at the pro shop and good all day. Members play open play free. 2026 memberships: Rally Pass $100 a year and Pro Pass $200 a year. Guest court bookings add a $10 per player guest court fee.

| Item | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Address | 3520 Thomasson Drive, Naples, FL 34112 Map of East Naples Community Park (opens in a new tab) |
| Also known as | USOP National Pickleball Center, Naples Pickleball Center, Home of the US Open Pickleball Championships |
| Area | East Naples |
| Courts | 65 dedicated pickleball courts |
| Lights | Lighted for evening play |
| Shade | Some covered courts; the current covered-court count is not published |
| Access | Open to the public, fee to play |
| Phone | (239) 778-9629 |
| Official site | usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab) |
| Last checked | September 26, 2026 |

## How many pickleball courts does East Naples Community Park have?

East Naples Community Park has 65 dedicated pickleball courts, lighted for evening play. Shade: Some covered courts; the current covered-court count is not published. Other published counts differ; they are listed under [where sources differ](#differ).

## How much does it cost to play pickleball at East Naples Community Park?

Open to the public, fee to play. Open play for non-members is a $10 drop-in fee, paid at the pro shop and good all day. Members play open play free. 2026 memberships: Rally Pass $100 a year and Pro Pass $200 a year. Guest court bookings add a $10 per player guest court fee. Prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go.

## What are the hours at East Naples Community Park, and can you play at night?

Yes, you can play in the evening: the courts are lighted for evening play. Published hours: Park daily 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Open play daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pro shop Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to noon and 5 to 8 p.m., weekends 7:30 a.m. to noon.

## When is open play at East Naples Community Park?

Drop-in every day, no reservation needed. Courts are split by self-rated level: 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5, with 4.0 and up needing verification through a 4.0 verification clinic. Sign the whiteboard at your level's court; games go to 11, win by 1, and all four players rotate off. Open play may be limited on tournament days. Schedules change with the season and around tournaments, so check with the venue first.

## How do you reserve a pickleball court at East Naples Community Park?

Open play is first come, first served. Members book courts 7 days ahead (Rally Pass) or 14 days ahead (Pro Pass). Guests book and pay through CourtsApp up to 3 days ahead, with a 24-hour cancellation window.

## Are there pickleball lessons, clinics or leagues at East Naples Community Park?

Fall 2026 team and partner leagues run October 5 to November 16 at $55 per player for members 18 and over. Clinics by level (2.5 and under, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 and up), a 4-week beginner series, Dink and Drinks on Wednesdays, and private and group lessons with staff pros.

## Where is East Naples Community Park?

East Naples Community Park is at 3520 Thomasson Drive, Naples, FL 34112, in East Naples. On site: pro shop and welcome center, lounge, paddle demos, ball machines, restrooms, free parking outside US Open week, wheelchair accessible. Phone: [(239) 778-9629](tel:+12397789629). [Get directions to East Naples Community Park (opens in a new tab)](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=East%20Naples%20Community%20Park%2C%203520%20Thomasson%20Drive%2C%20Naples%2C%20FL%2034112)

## What pickleball events are coming up at East Naples Community Park?

6 events are posted as of September 26, 2026. Dates and entry rules can change; register through the organiser.

- Dink and Drinks , August to October 2026. Recurring social listed on the center's upcoming events. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/))
- Halloween Fest Mini-Tournament and Social , Saturday, October 31, 2026, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.. One-day, level-based mini-tournament with open-gender divisions. $50 per team plus the $10 non-member court fee at check-in. Costumes encouraged, with a prize for best costume. A Halloween social with complimentary beer follows at noon under the pavilion. Register on PickleballDen by October 29. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/tournaments))
- YMCA National Pickleball Tournament , November 13 to 15, 2026. Round robin play with at least four games, for levels 3.0 and up, ages 18 and over. DUPR ratings are required. Gold medal winners in each bracket are invited to the 2027 US Open without entering the lottery. Friday night celebration and warm-up for all players, and the first 500 registrants get a souvenir gift. Registration closes November 1. This is an outdoor event with no indoor backup. ([app.pickleballden.com (opens in a new tab)](https://app.pickleballden.com/external-tournament/5056635))
- Kickoff Classic , January 2 to 3, 2027. Mixed doubles money tournament: Gold $7,000, Silver $3,000, Bronze $1,500. Mixed doubles gold winners are invited to the US Open. Player gifts, free food, live music, silent auction, raffle, vendors and a beer garden. Registration on PickleballDen closes December 20. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/tournaments))
- Club Championships , February 5 to 7, 2027. Members-only singles and doubles tournament. Winners earn the Club Champion title and a qualifier bid into the US Open. Registration through CourtReserve. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/tournaments))
- US Open Pickleball Championships , April 17 to 24, 2027. Pro and amateur divisions. Players get in through the US Open player lottery, with no qualifying events required. Anyone can come watch. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/registration))

## What are the rules for playing at East Naples Community Park?

The venue publishes these house rules:

- You can only have your name in one place at a time. If you are on a whiteboard or playing on any court, you cannot fill a circled open spot elsewhere until your game or turn is finished. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play))
- There is no minimum age for open play. Kids are welcome if they can play safely, and younger players are encouraged to start on the 2.5 courts. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play))
- Good sportsmanship is a house rule, and players are asked to self-rate honestly so every game is fair. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play))
- League matches are best 2 out of 3 games to 11, win by 2, with a 30-minute warm-up included. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/leagues))
- During the US Open, coolers are allowed but glass bottles and outside alcohol are not. Weapons and illegal paddles are banned. Leashed dogs are welcome in the park but not inside the Championship Court area. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/events))

## Where do you park at East Naples Community Park?

During the US Open, you can park at East Naples Community Park or at the offsite lot at Sugden Park a few minutes away, with a free shuttle from the lots. Parking costs $10 a day or $60 for a weekly pass, is cashless, and is limited, so carpooling is encouraged. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/events))

## How do local players connect at East Naples Community Park?

- Local players also connect through the East Naples Pickleball Facebook group. ([pickleballnaplesflorida.com (opens in a new tab)](https://pickleballnaplesflorida.com/))

## What is the history of pickleball at East Naples Community Park?

- Local player Jim Ludwig petitioned Collier County to turn the park's run-down roller rink into permanent pickleball courts, then kept adding courts until the site reached 64 courts by 2018, with membership growing to 6,500. ([gulfshorelife.com (opens in a new tab)](https://gulfshorelife.com/wellness/sporting-life/pickleballs-new-era-in-naples/))
- The first US Open Pickleball Championships were played here in 2016, with close to 800 players and 2,000 spectators. The tournament has been held here every year since. ([en.wikipedia.org (opens in a new tab)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Open_Pickleball_Championships))
- The US Open introduced its player lottery in 2019 because demand for spots outgrew open registration. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/registration))
- In 2024 Pickleball 4 America (Pickle4), the company behind the US Open, secured a long-term lease on the Naples Pickleball Center and renamed it the USOP National Pickleball Center. ([en.wikipedia.org (opens in a new tab)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Open_Pickleball_Championships))
- The first YMCA National Pickleball Tournament was played here in November 2025 and drew more than 600 players from YMCAs around the country. ([coastalbreezenews.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.coastalbreezenews.com/news/ymca-hosts-inaugural-national-pickleball-tournament/article_e8a78a12-26c6-42d8-bff3-2c0261d151a7.html))
- April 2026 marked the 10th US Open held in Naples. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/))

## What else should players know about East Naples Community Park?

- Open play games usually take 15 to 20 minutes each, so the whiteboard line moves quickly. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play))
- Paddle demos cost $5, and the pro shop sells balls and gear. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play))
- First-timers can create a free account online before arriving to speed up check-in at the pro shop. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play))
- The county lists summer pro shop hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. ([collierparks.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.collierparks.com/Parks-and-Beaches/Community-Parks/East-Naples-Community-Park))
- Center members save 10 percent in the online shop, which sells hats, visors, towels and US Open apparel. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/shop))
- The center has partner hotel rates at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Naples, Fairfield by Marriott Inn and Suites Naples, and Compass by Margaritaville (promo code USOP). ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/hotel-partners))
- The National Pickleball Center app shows the event calendar, lets you book courts and lists upcoming tournaments. ([usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/))
- The park has a 1.2 km nature walking trail around the lake, plus basketball and racquetball courts and a playground. ([collierparks.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.collierparks.com/Parks-and-Beaches/Community-Parks/East-Naples-Community-Park))
- Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers is about 45 minutes from the courts. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/travel))
- During the US Open, daily parking has no in-and-out privileges, and the weekly pass allows one entry per 5-hour window. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://usopenpickleball.com/parking))
- At the US Open, watching on the outer courts is free and the parking fee supports the Kiwanis. Only the Championship Court needs a ticket. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/ticket-info))
- At the US Open, bleachers ring the grounds, but you may want a portable chair and a hat or umbrella for shade. There is no ATM on site. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/events))
- 2026 US Open player fees were $150 for an amateur credential plus $45 per doubles event or $50 per singles event. ([usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/registration))

## Who runs East Naples Community Park?

Collier County owns the park. The pickleball courts, pro shop, open play, leagues and clinics are run by the USOP National Pickleball Center, formerly the Naples Pickleball Center, which is part of Pickleball 4 America, the owner of the US Open.

## What is East Naples Community Park known for?

This is the home of the US Open Pickleball Championships. The 2026 US Open ran April 11 to 18 and drew more than 55,000 fans and 3,750 players from all 50 states and 53 countries. The 2027 US Open is announced for April 17 to 24, 2027. General admission is free; tickets are needed only for the Championship Court. The center describes itself as the largest pickleball facility in the world. Upcoming: YMCA National Pickleball Tournament November 13 to 15, 2026, and the Kickoff Classic January 2 to 3, 2027.

The US Open takes over the whole venue each April, and open play may be limited during other tournaments. Membership prices shown are for the 2026 calendar year.

## Before you go

- **Booking:** Open play is first come, first served.

- **Call first:** [(239) 778-9629](tel:+12397789629) for today's hours and open-play times

- **Bring:** A paddle, outdoor balls, court shoes and water, plus a hat and sunscreen for outdoor courts

- **In the heat:** Play mornings or evenings in summer and read [our play-safe guide](/play-safe)

## Where do sources differ about East Naples Community Park?

Published figures for this venue do not all agree. The official figure is shown above; the others are listed here so you can judge for yourself.

- Court count: 65 (59 plus 6 championship courts) ([collierparks.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.collierparks.com/Parks-and-Beaches/Community-Parks/East-Naples-Community-Park)); 64 ([gulfshorelife.com (opens in a new tab)](https://gulfshorelife.com/wellness/sporting-life/pickleballs-new-era-in-naples/)); 66 ([places2play.org (opens in a new tab)](https://www.places2play.org/places/fd5997e9a8db))

## What other pickleball courts are near East Naples Community Park?

The closest is Fleischmann Park, about 5 miles away in a straight line. Here is how the nearest courts compare.

| Venue | Distance | Courts | Lights | Access |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Fleischmann Park | 5 miles | Not published | Yes | Public, fee |
| Naples Pong Pickleball | 5 miles | 1 | Not listed | Public, fee |
| YMCA of Collier County North Campus | 7 miles | 10 | Not listed | Public, fee |
| Pelican Bay Community Park | 10 miles | 20 | No | Public, fee |

## More questions about East Naples Community Park

**Q. What else is East Naples Community Park called?**

East Naples Community Park is also known as USOP National Pickleball Center, Naples Pickleball Center, Home of the US Open Pickleball Championships.

**Q. Is East Naples Community Park good for beginners?**

The venue's own listing says: Courts are split by self-rated level: 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5, with 4.0 and up needing verification through a 4.0 verification clinic.

**Q. Can you borrow or rent a paddle at East Naples Community Park?**

Yes: paddle demos.

**Q. Are there restrooms at East Naples Community Park?**

Yes. Restrooms are listed among the amenities at East Naples Community Park.

**Q. What is the phone number for East Naples Community Park?**

(239) 778-9629. Call ahead for current hours, fees and open-play times.

**Q. What pickleball courts are closest to East Naples Community Park?**

Fleischmann Park, about 5 miles away; Naples Pong Pickleball, about 5 miles away. Every one has its own page in our court guide.

**Q. Is East Naples Community Park part of Paradise Coast Pickleball Club?**

No. Paradise Coast Pickleball Club is a private social club for players 30 and up. It does not own, run or reserve East Naples Community Park and has no arrangement with it.

## Sources

Checked September 26, 2026 . Hours, fees and open-play times change with the season, so confirm with the venue before a first visit. Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](/contact) and we fix it.

- [collierparks.com/Parks-and-Beaches/Community-Parks/East-... (opens in a new tab)](https://www.collierparks.com/Parks-and-Beaches/Community-Parks/East-Naples-Community-Park)
- [collierparks.com/Athletics (opens in a new tab)](https://www.collierparks.com/Athletics)
- [usopnationalpickleballcenter.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/)
- [usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/open-play)
- [usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/membership (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/membership)
- [cdn.prod.website-files.com/676f24937fb6aeb4ce4f91f8/69a6ea5beef4b6... (opens in a new tab)](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/676f24937fb6aeb4ce4f91f8/69a6ea5beef4b61f11327993_2025%20MEMBERSHIP%20INFO.avif)
- [usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/guest-booking (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/guest-booking)
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- [usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/leagues (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/leagues)
- [usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/training/clinics (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/training/clinics)
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- [usopenpickleball.com (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/)
- [usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/ticket-info (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/ticket-info)
- [usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/events (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/events)
- [sportstravelmagazine.com/justin-romero-named-executive-director-... (opens in a new tab)](https://www.sportstravelmagazine.com/justin-romero-named-executive-director-of-usop-national-pickleball-center/)
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- [collierclerk.com/bcc-approved-2025-extension-and-1050000... (opens in a new tab)](https://www.collierclerk.com/bcc-approved-2025-extension-and-1050000-funding-for-u-s-open-pickleball-championships-in-collier-county/)
- [naplespress.com/local-news/6m-pelican-bay-community-par... (opens in a new tab)](https://www.naplespress.com/local-news/6m-pelican-bay-community-park-pickleball-construction-begins/article_c556ab1a-c45b-5bed-812b-c92b90cd176f.html)
- [gulfshorebusiness.com/featured/us-open-pickleball-championshi... (opens in a new tab)](https://www.gulfshorebusiness.com/featured/us-open-pickleball-championships-set-records/article_1e6f5709-e935-515f-ae80-8735c188f8ba.html)
- [gulfshorelife.com/wellness/sporting-life/pickleballs-new-... (opens in a new tab)](https://gulfshorelife.com/wellness/sporting-life/pickleballs-new-era-in-naples/)
- [pickleheads.com/courts/us/florida/naples/east-naples-co... (opens in a new tab)](https://www.pickleheads.com/courts/us/florida/naples/east-naples-community-park)
- [en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Open_Pickleball_Championships (opens in a new tab)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/U.S._Open_Pickleball_Championships)
- [usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/registration (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/registration)
- [coastalbreezenews.com/news/ymca-hosts-inaugural-national-pick... (opens in a new tab)](https://www.coastalbreezenews.com/news/ymca-hosts-inaugural-national-pickleball-tournament/article_e8a78a12-26c6-42d8-bff3-2c0261d151a7.html)
- [pickleballnaplesflorida.com (opens in a new tab)](https://pickleballnaplesflorida.com/)
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- [usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/hotel-partners (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopnationalpickleballcenter.com/hotel-partners)
- [usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/travel (opens in a new tab)](https://www.usopenpickleball.com/event-guide/travel)
- [usopenpickleball.com/parking (opens in a new tab)](https://usopenpickleball.com/parking)
- [app.pickleballden.com/external-tournament/5056635 (opens in a new tab)](https://app.pickleballden.com/external-tournament/5056635)

Paradise Coast Pickleball Club does not own, run or reserve East Naples Community Park and has no arrangement with it. This page is a guide for players.

### Get directions

3520 Thomasson Drive, Naples, FL 34112

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### 30 and up? Play with us.

Paradise Coast Pickleball Club organises games by level for players 30 and up across Naples. Founding membership is $99 per year.

[Join for $99 a year](/membership)

### Keep reading

[Every court on the Paradise Coast](/courts)[Play safe in the heat](/play-safe)[New to pickleball](/new-to-pickleball)

Founding season

## Good games need good company.

Founding membership is $99 per year. Members are 30 and up. Our launch-season plan covers organised open play by level, socials, round-robins and clinics, and founding members hear every date first.

[Join for $99 per year](/membership)
[See every court](/courts)