Paddle Up for Pickleball, Vacation-Style
How to fit pickleball into a beach or mountain trip.
- Pack
- Your own paddles and a couple of outdoor balls
- Find courts
- Resort courts, city parks and apps that list public courts and open play
- Best for
- Warm-weather destinations with plenty of public courts
- Good for
- Couples, friend groups, active retirees
Where to play
- At the resort: many resorts now have pickleball courts or lend equipment. Ask when you book
- Public parks: most beach towns have free courts with open play in the mornings
- Clubs and clinics: a beginner clinic is a good way to meet locals and improve fast
Destinations that work well
Myrtle Beach, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale and the Las Vegas area all have plenty of public courts and outdoor weather most of the year.
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