Lake Highlands North Park Pickleball Courts: The Dallas Department of Park and Recreation is asking residents to share their opinions on a possible plan to convert the last remaining tennis court at Lake Highlands North Park into four new pickleball courts. The survey, announced last Friday, invites neighbors to vote and share how they currently use the park’s facilities.
Pickleball’s Growing Popularity
Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, and many communities are adjusting to meet demand. A Washington Post report last year noted that about 10% of tennis courts nationwide have already been turned into pickleball courts.
Lake Highlands North Park followed this trend soon after the pandemic, converting some tennis courts into pickleball courts. These courts quickly became popular with local players and young athletes.
Local Community Use
In 2023, Lake Highlands High School launched its own pickleball club, holding well-attended after-school practices at the park. The success of this program and rising interest in the sport has added to the push for more space dedicated to pickleball.
What Comes Next
If the proposal moves forward, the park would gain four additional pickleball courts, replacing the last tennis court. The Department of Park and Recreation will consider the results of the community survey before making a final decision.
Why It Matters
The decision highlights the growing shift from tennis to pickleball in public spaces. For Dallas, it could mean more opportunities for players of all ages to enjoy the game and for the park to better serve the community’s recreational needs.
News in Brief: Lake Highlands North Park Pickleball Courts
The Dallas Department of Park and Recreation is surveying residents about converting the last tennis court at Lake Highlands North Park into four pickleball courts. The plan follows growing local interest in the sport, including a popular high school pickleball club and packed courts created after the pandemic.
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