Ranked by court count, lighting, and player reviews · Updated July 2026
Staten Island offers public tennis courts that cater to casual players, families, and those seeking organized programs, with a variety of venues providing different experiences. Players looking for well-maintained hard courts in serene outdoor park settings will appreciate Walker Park’s six beautifully kept courts, praised for their cleanliness and friendly community atmosphere, although it lacks lighting for night play. Meanwhile, Charles Kasper Tennis Courts provide six outdoor courts in a green setting but are currently impacted by resurfacing delays and occasional maintenance issues.
For players seeking structured play and coaching, Staten Island’s Community Tennis Center stands out with 12 indoor and outdoor courts, offering junior programs, competitive teams, and group lessons, though it lacks publicly available player feedback. The standard requirement across all these parks is the NYC Parks permit for full-season or single-play access, which regulates usage. Although several other unnamed Court 1 and Court 4 facilities offer six courts apiece, they have no reviews or detailed amenities noted. Premiere Pickleball, while focused on pickleball rather than tennis, highlights the importance of accessible indoor courts and lessons in the area, setting a benchmark for well-managed court facilities. Overall, players value venues that balance court quality, ease of access, and community vibe, with Walker Park leading as Staten Island’s top public tennis spot.
We rank public courts by facility quality, not just star rating — since most courts have few or no reviews. Each location is scored on: number of courts (up to 12 points), evening lighting (+4), surface material (+1 for documented surface), and a Bayesian rating signal (half-weight). Venues with a rating below 3 stars are excluded.
Walker Park ranks #1 for its six well-maintained outdoor hard courts in a clean, spacious park setting featuring shaded seating and friendly staff. Although it lacks lighting and formal booking, player reviews highlight its serene atmosphere and high-quality surfaces as key strengths.
Charles Kasper Tennis Courts offer six outdoor courts in a pleasant park with a clubhouse and social events, but current resurfacing and inconsistent maintenance limit their appeal. Players report some dirty courts and sporadic net availability, making it a solid yet imperfect option.
Premiere Pickleball boasts eight top-quality courts, mostly indoor, with strong programs including lessons and leagues. Though it is a paid membership facility primarily for pickleball, its well-maintained courts and uncrowded access provide a model of facility management worth noting in Staten Island.
Community Tennis Center provides a substantial facility with 12 indoor and outdoor courts, along with junior programs, competitive teams, lessons, and stringing services, though no player reviews are available to assess condition or crowding.
With six courts under NYC Parks permit usage, this venue matches other typical Staten Island public tennis spots, but without public feedback or details on surface, lighting, or booking, its specifics remain unclear.
Another six-court facility requiring the NYC Parks permit, this Court 1 site lacks user reviews or information on condition and amenities, reflecting a standard, no-frills public tennis option.
4 outdoor hard courts. No lights — daytime play only. Free, drop-in play.
3 tournament flooring courts. Free, drop-in play.
3 outdoor hard courts. Free, drop-in play.
Yes — city-owned public tennis courts in Staten Island are free to use on a first-come, first-served basis. Some courts can be reserved online via the City of Staten Island parks booking system during peak season, but walk-up play is always available when courts are open.
Several public courts in Staten Island have lighting for evening play. Check individual court pages for lighting details.
The parks with the most courts among this list are: COMMUNITY TENNIS CENTER (12 courts), Premiere Pickleball (8 courts), Walker Park (6 courts). More courts means shorter wait times during busy periods.
Most public courts in Staten Island are walk-up only. The City of Staten Island offers an optional online reservation system for select courts during peak season (May–September). Courts without a reserved player are always open for drop-in play.
Most outdoor public courts in Staten Island close from November through April due to weather. A small number of city-operated indoor courts remain open year-round — check the City of Staten Island parks website for indoor availability and any associated booking fees.
Any public park court is a great starting point — no booking, no fee, just show up. Courts on quieter side streets or in residential parks tend to have shorter waits than high-traffic locations. If you're looking for coaching, several courts listed here are near clubs that offer beginner group lessons.
Yes — public courts in Staten Island do not provide equipment. Bring your own racquet and a few balls. If you need gear, most sporting goods stores in Staten Island carry beginner racquets for $30–$80. Some nearby tennis clubs also offer equipment rental.
This list covers the top 10 public tennis courts in Staten Island. For a full directory including all city-owned and privately operated venues, see the complete Staten Island tennis court directory.