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🏓 Court Information
Number of Courts6 pickleball courts
Indoor / OutdoorOutdoor
Court SurfaceHard court
NetsPermanent regulation nets
Night LightingNo
CostFree
ReservationsNo reservations — first come first served
🕐 Hours of Operation
Monday – FridayCall for current hours
SaturdayCall for current hours
SundayCall for current hours
Hours subject to change. Call ahead to confirm current times.
✅ Amenities
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Community Garden❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many pickleball courts are at Watertower Recreation Center?
Watertower Recreation Center has 6 outdoor pickleball courts in Philadelphia, PA.
Is Watertower Recreation Center free to play?
Yes — Watertower Recreation Center is free to play, generally first come, first served.
Are the courts at Watertower Recreation Center indoor or outdoor?
The pickleball courts at Watertower Recreation Center are outdoor.
Does Watertower Recreation Center have lighted courts for night play?
No, Watertower Recreation Center does not list lighted courts.
Do you need a reservation to play at Watertower Recreation Center?
Reservations: No reservations — first come first served.
Is Watertower Recreation Center the largest pickleball facility in Philadelphia?
No. It ranks #2 of 18 listed venues in Philadelphia, PA by court count.
How many other pickleball venues are within 15 miles of Watertower Recreation Center?
17 other venues are within 15 miles, including 10 free to play, 11 with lights and 7 with indoor courts. The closest is Roxborough YMCA at 2.1 miles.
✅ Verified with the venue · Oct 25, 2026 · Official site check
Source: https://www.wtrec.org checked 2026-10-25
📊 Watertower Recreation Center in context
#2 of 18 listed venues in Philadelphia by court count.
Within 15 miles: 17 other venues · 10 free · 11 lighted · 7 indoor.
Closest venues
Roxborough YMCA
2.1 mi · 2 courts · lit · indoor
La Salle University Courts
2.5 mi · 2 courts · free
VIVA Padel & Pickleball Club
7.4 mi · 4 courts · lit
Court 16 — Philadelphia
7.5 mi · 4 courts · lit · indoor
East Poplar Playground
8.0 mi · 2 courts · free
Ballers Philly
8.0 mi · 6 courts · lit · indoor
Fishtown Recreation Center
8.0 mi · 2 courts · free · lit · indoor
Portres Sports Club
8.1 mi · 4 courts · lit · indoor
Computed from PickleCourtsNearMe's own venue records and coordinates.
📍 Location & Directions
209 E Hartwell Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19118
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