Portland Parks, Recreation, and Facilities - Outdoor Court Policy

Court Usage Rules and Regulations

Court Rules and Regulations: 

  • Court Hours:

    • Lighted: 6:30 -10:00 pm

    • Unlighted: Dawn to Dusk

  • Please be courteous to others

    • Respect Active Play: Do not walk behind or through a court during an active point. Wait until the point is over before crossing.

    • Tennis and Pickleball Users: Be respectful of differing play styles and court needs. Cooperation and mutual respect are expected.

  • Check the online schedule:

    • City of Portland programs and court reservations take priority over drop-in use.

    • Before playing, please check to see if the court is reserved.

      • Respect court reservations and open play limits.

  • No-Show Policy:

    • If a reserved court is vacant more than 15 minutes past the start time, the reservation is forfeited, and the court becomes available for drop-in use.

  • Open Play Etiquette:

    • If others are waiting, limit play to 60 minutes.

    • Wait outside the court fencing.

  • Permits are required for lessons, camps, and leagues.

    • Non-permitted activities will be asked to leave.

  • Keep Our Courts Playable and Safe

    • We aim to schedule maintenance between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. However, if unexpected issues arise, please bear with us for a few minutes while we finish the work.

  • We appreciate your help in maintaining our courts:

    • Leave the maintenance to us! Please don’t:

      • Mark the courts with paint or tape.

      • Alter or move the permanent nets.

    • Clean up after yourself:

      • Return adjustable pickleball nets to the side of the courts

      • Remove all trash and belongings when leaving the courts.

    • Leave your pets at home:

      • We love our furry friends, but they can accidentally damage the court by scratching, digging, and urinating.

    • Other prohibited items:

      • Drugs, alcohol, and smoking

      • Bikes, skateboards, and rollerblades

      • Glass containers