FAQs
Where can I play pickleball in the Stowe area?
From May/June - September/October-ish outdoor pickleball.
Memorial Park (6 public courts) Please note: Memorial Park courts are being refurbished as of June 2025.
336 Park Street Stowe, VT 05672 map
Anderson Athletic Field (2 public courts) 27 Butler Street Waterbury, VT 05676 map
Stowe High School (2 public courts) 413 Barrows Road Stowe, VT 05672 map
Note: Since play at the Stowe High School takes place on modified tennis courts, the tennis nets need to be lowered from 36” to 34” at the center for regulation height. This is accomplished by one of three available techniques: 1. Slide the existing strap to the right or left until the net is at 34”. 2. Use a bungee cord or adjustable strap at the center of the net to lower it to 34”. 3. If there’s a crank on the post, simply turn it counterclockwise to lower the net to 34”. Please remember to raise the net back to 36” when play is over.
Topnotchresort.com (2 indoor courts for a fee) 4000 Mountain Road Stowe, VT 05672
Can I just show up to play pickleball at one of the pickleball locations whenever I want?
Scheduled play at Memorial Park in Stowe and Anderson Field in Waterbury is listed on playerlineup.com (search teams for Stowe Pickleball and Waterbury Pickleball). Drop-in games at Memorial Park are welcomed but summer camp and other town scheduled activities get first priority. Drop-in games at Anderson Field are on a first come, first served basis. Playing at Stowe High School is on a first come, first served basis after 6 p.m. and on weekends during the school year (unless there are school activities scheduled), and on most days after the school year is over.
How do I join Stowe Pickleball?
To learn how to join and support our ongoing efforts and positive pickleball advocacy, visit: stowepickleball.com/howtojoin
Do I have to become a member of Stowe Pickleball in order to play pickleball in Stowe?
Membership is free, but not mandated. Signing up to stowepickleball.playerlineup.com will give you the opportunity to receive messages regarding schedule, special game events, clinics, and social gatherings.
I am visiting Stowe and would like to play pickleball. How can I get in on the fun?
If you’d like to drop-in for one of our scheduled games at Memorial Park or Anderson Field, or unscheduled games at all locations, we suggest the following as a great first step. Become a member, by simply visiting stowepickleball.com/howtojoin and sign up for free. This will give you access to our online scheduling software on playerlineup.
I’m new to pickleball and I don’t have a paddle yet. Are there free loaner paddles available?
More often than not, players will arrive with two of their own paddles, so please feel free to just show up and ask one of our friendly members if you can borrow one of their extra paddles. Most people would be happy to introduce a new player to the sport and loan out their extra paddle. Additionally, Stowe Pickleball has donated paddles for use during scheduled games
How do I sign up for beginner or intermediate pickleball lessons?
To view and sign up for beginner or intermediate pickleball lessons, visit the Stowe Parks and Recreation website at: https://secure.rec1.com/VT/stowe-vt/catalog
Click on REGISTRATION
Then scroll down the page (about halfway down) until you see the the ADULT section.
Then click on the link for Summer Pickleball Clinic.
Choose the date you prefer and it will reveal all of the pertinent details of the program.
Click on CREATE ACCOUNT or LOG IN (if you already have an account).
What are the best pickleballs to play with?
There is a wide variety of pickleballs on the market. Stowe Pickleball leans towards the neon green colored Franklin X-40 Performance Outdoor Pickleball. It’s a high quality ball that moves fast and can take a good beating from the gnarliest of smashers!
What is the level of play at Stowe Pickleball?
At Memorial Park, a beginner court is designated if needed. Likewise, sometimes an advanced court is designated. In general, most of our players fall somewhere in the intermediate range.
What is the average age range of players in Stowe Pickleball?
Stowe Pickleball has players of nearly all age levels. All are welcome to play!
Can I contact other Stowe Pickleball players to arrange for unscheduled outdoor or indoor games?
Members of Stowe Pickleball can be easily contacted through the Playerlineup website. You can email or call individual members, or you can even send out a message through the Playerlineup Wall.
Where can I play pickleball in Vermont during the winter?
If you’re looking to play indoor pickleball specifically in the town of Stowe, Topnotch Tennis has indoor pickleball courts available to book. To learn more, contact the staff at Topnotch at (800) 451-8686 or visit their website at https://www.topnotchresort.com/
Many of our Stowe, Waterbury, Morrisville, and Hardwick area players play pickleball during the autumn and winter at Green Mountain Community Fitness Center (GMCF) in Barre, VT. Check out their website for even more info about signing up for some great pickleball games there! https://gmcf.life/pickleball/. Their rates are affordable, facilities quite comprehensive, and the staff are a delight to engage with. 802-223-6161 is their phone number. Call them anytime and they can tell you even more about their winter and all-year pickleball playing opportunities.
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