Englewood Recreation Center
101 Orange St, Englewood, FL 34223, USA
Google rating
76 reviews
About Englewood Recreation Center
Englewood Recreation Center is a community recreation center with pickleball courts in Englewood, Florida, and one of the go-to spots for pickleball players in the area. You'll find it at 101 Orange St, Englewood, FL 34223, USA, easy to reach whether you're a local looking for open play or a visitor planning a session on your Florida trip. It holds a strong 4.5★ rating from 76 Google reviews, a well-liked local option.
What to expect
- Outdoor courts in a public park setting — typically first-come, first-served with no reservation required.
- Community-center courts shared with other activities. Great for casual play and beginner-friendly open sessions.
- Hours are listed below — call ahead on holidays or during heavy rain, which is the main reason Florida courts close unexpectedly.
- Bring your own paddles and balls unless you've confirmed otherwise. Water fountains vary by venue, so pack water for hot Florida afternoons.
Planning your visit
Quick tips to make your session at Englewood Recreation Center smoother — from a player who's spent a lot of Florida mornings on the court.
- 1Play early morning or after 5pm to beat the Florida heat — court surfaces can hit 100°+ in mid-afternoon sun.
- 2Weekends fill up fastest. If you're targeting a specific time, arrive 15–20 minutes early to get in the paddle rotation.
- 3Parking is usually free but can fill during peak hours — carpool when possible.
- 4Check the Google reviews below for recent condition notes on the court surfaces and nets.
Location & map
Englewood Recreation Center is in Englewood, Florida — community recreation center with pickleball courts at 101 Orange St, Englewood.
Coordinates: 26.96498, -82.36011
What players are saying
Recent Google reviews for Englewood Recreation Center. Reviews are pulled live and refresh automatically.
Kara Jaye· 3 years agoThis place was awesome!! Park looked new it was very well kept! The bathrooms were very clean! plenty of picnic tables. Nice area for smaller and bigger kids. basketball courts! Had a great time. One of the best parks in Englewood!
Cale Appleby· a year agoMuch nicer area than it used to be, everything is updated, new walkways, better parking. Kids love the playgrounds here. Picnic tables and benches by the playground. Clean bathrooms. Would recommend!
Ginny Noga· 2 years agoI love this playground for my 1 year old, it’s very shaded which is great! However there has been someone living at this park for several months, them living there in their vehicle isn’t the issue but them yelling profanities is.. today when we arrived and I got my son out of the car they immediately started talking very loudy so we could hear them that they hated children.. as if they were trying to direct that at us.. then the farther we got away from them the louder they would yell and say profound things as if they wanted to bother us. I held it together and didn’t let it ruin our time for my sons sake but it made me very uncomfortable to say the least and I am not sure I will return to this playground until they move out.. it is a shame the park has just been redone and it’s very nice but I don’t really want my son & I to hear people yelling, cussing & directing comments at us while we are just trying to play at the playground. It’s been awkward every time we go for the sole fact that they just are sitting there and we feel we are being watched but I haven’t let it bother me however today it really felt like they were trying to intimidate us into leaving.
life with Amanda· 9 years agoI have many mixed feelings for this place. We were talking our kids all the time and time and they loved it. The playground is pretty much in the shade at all times from all the tall trees plus there is a canopy over the smaller kids area. Yes there is a smaller kids playground with baby, swings slides, rocking toys then about 50ft away there's the playground for the bigger kids with slides, swings, a rock climbing wall plus more. There's picnic tables to enjoy lunch at and clean bathrooms in the center of the park. There's also tennis courts, baseball field, and basketball court. There's also some work out equipment if you want to work out and a police training center is right there in the middle of it all. So it's a nice little park and clean for the most part. Well about a month or so ago we took the kids like we always did and ended up finding needles over by the dugouts. We didnt go for awhile because I would rather my kids not be around stuff like that even if it was a diabetics. Well the kids wanted to go to the park but we had to stay close to home as we had company arriving within the hour. So we decided to try this park out again. My husband and I walked the playground and the ball park before we allowed the kids to play and everything seemed fine. If you do go just check things out before letting your kids go play.
Jean Ridgeway· 8 years agoBaseball, Tennis, Basketball, work out equipment, all in natural shade! I have friends that come from Charlotte County where there's newer bigger parks because the shade and breeze are awesome. The bathrooms and water fountain could definitely use an update.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Englewood Recreation Center located?
Englewood Recreation Center is located at 101 Orange St, Englewood, FL 34223, USA in Englewood, Florida. You can get one-tap driving directions from the button above.
Do I need a reservation to play pickleball at Englewood Recreation Center?
No — most public and park facilities like Englewood Recreation Center run on open play. Show up, sign in on the paddle rack, and rotate in.
How much does it cost to play pickleball at Englewood Recreation Center?
Englewood Recreation Center is a public park, so court use is generally free. Bring your own paddle and balls.
What are the hours at Englewood Recreation Center?
Current hours: Monday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Hours may vary on holidays.
Are the pickleball courts at Englewood Recreation Center indoor or outdoor?
Englewood Recreation Center is primarily an outdoor pickleball venue, which is typical for Florida parks. Check the photos for a look at the courts.
Is Englewood Recreation Center good for beginners?
Englewood has a strong beginner-to-intermediate pickleball scene, and Englewood Recreation Center is one of the popular local spots. Show up during open play, tell someone you're new, and you'll almost always get pulled into a friendly game.