Pickleball in Port Angeles, WA

Port Angeles has outdoor and indoor pickleball options, plus a cool local connection to the sport. The Composite Recycling Technology Center (CRTC) in Port Angeles manufactures the SwiftNet portable pickleball net, a product many players recognize from community courts and pop-up events. Outdoor play is centered at Elks Playfield, and indoor options include the Vern Burton Community Center and the Olympic Peninsula YMCA.

Where to Play

• Elks Playfield
  14th St and Cedar St, Port Angeles, WA 98362
  City park with six dedicated outdoor pickleball courts. The City of Port Angeles renovated and resurfaced all six courts in 2024. Facility info and court repair notice.
• Vern Burton Community Center
  308 E 4th St, Port Angeles, WA 98362
  Indoor gym space where pickleball nets are available for use. Check the facility for current court setup and available times. Facility info.
• Olympic Peninsula YMCA (Port Angeles)
  302 S Francis St, Port Angeles, WA 98362
  Indoor pickleball sessions. Reservations are encouraged, and drop-ins are welcomed when court space is available. Program info.

Getting Started

If you are new to pickleball, start with a scheduled indoor session at the Olympic Peninsula YMCA. It is a predictable way to learn the flow of play and meet other players. Elks Playfield is a good outdoor option once you are ready for open courts and a faster rotation.

If you want help finding a beginner-friendly time or a group that matches your level, check the local Facebook groups listed in the Resources section of this site. Those groups are where players often share open-play times, weather updates, and where games are forming.

If you prefer one-on-one help, contact one of the coaches listed on this site for a private or small-group introduction.

Leagues and Organized Play

The City of Port Angeles posts facility updates and court notices through its official site, including maintenance and resurfacing projects at Elks Playfield. Check the city site for updates that can affect court access. City notice.

The YMCA publishes indoor pickleball session details on its program page, including reservation guidance and session length. YMCA pickleball.

Visitors

If you are visiting Port Angeles and want the best odds of finding a game outdoors, start at Elks Playfield. Six courts make it easier to join a rotation and find games that match your pace. Ask players on-site what the current rotation system is for the day.

For indoor play, use the Olympic Peninsula YMCA pickleball sessions. Reservations are encouraged, and drop-ins are welcome when space is available.

For same-day “where is everyone playing?” updates, check the local Facebook groups listed in the Resources section of this site.