Public Tennis Parks in Tucson, AZ

As the weather heats up and the days get longer, people will head begin participating in outdoor activities. In addition to the popularity of golf in Southern Arizona, tennis is a close second. Because the weather rarely gets extremely cold, people in this city participate in activities most of the year. As summer approaches, however, tennis players want to find courts in which they don't have to play in blistering 100 degree weather. There are a number of public tennis courts in the city of Tucson, AZ, some with more to offer than others.

Ft. Lowell Tennis Center

2900 N. Craycroft Rd.

(520) 791-2584

tucsontennispro@aol.com

This tennis center, with its eight green hard courts, has a number of tennis leagues for people of all ages, from children to senior citizens. This location also provides tennis lessons everyone living in the community. Because Ft. Lowell Tennis Center is commonly used for tennis classes offered through Pima Community College, people will have to call them to see when courts are available for the general public. People can also take tennis lessons through the center. Because they have tournaments and classes at this location, the courts are lighted. If people have to play tennis alone, Ft. Lowell even has ball machine rentals. When a string pops, they even restring racquets for players. People interested in rates for court reservations, classes or other information can call the number or email the centers director.

Randolph Tennis Center

50 S. Alvernon Way

(520) 791-4896

As opposed to the Ft. Lowell Tennis Center, this tennis center located at Randolph Park has fewer obstacles to people who want to play tennis. It is the largest public tennis center in Tucson, with 25 lighted tennis hard courts and 10 lighted racquetball courts. The location, practically in the center of the city, makes it accessible for tennis lovers living on the north and south sides of the city. The court fees range from $2.50 per person for an hour and a half to the cost effective monthly pass of $30 per person. Senior citizens and children younger than 18 years of age earn discounts on monthly passes at Randolph Tennis Center. The also offer deals at certain times of the year. This is also the place to go for clinics and private instruction that people can register for via the local parks and recreation department. Because they are the largest tennis center in the area, they often host tournaments; however, the general public can still play most of the time. Monday through Friday, courts open at sunrise and close at 9:30 p.m. For more information, people can call the number above.

Himmel Tennis Center

1000 N. Tucson Blvd.

(520) 791-3276

Like Ft. Lowell Tennis Center, Himmel Tennis Center is small, only eight courts, so availability may be an issue for tennis players. However, those who live in the community near the courts don't have to travel down the street to play tennis at Randolph Tennis Center. In order to get more information about this public tennis court, individuals will have to call the number listed above.

Udall Park Tennis Center

7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd.

(520) 791-4931

The Udall Part Tennis Center, located on the northeast area of the city, caters to seniors in the community, although it is open to the public. They are a small facility, with only four public hard tennis courts. The location, too, is only convenient for people living in the Sabino Canyon area. However, they provide tennis lessons for people of all ages, even if most of the activities are for older residents. The size and location of this tennis center does not make it an ideal place to play tennis for most of the public. Those who want information, though, can call the number above.

As you can see, the size and nature of the public tennis parks in Tucson vary. Some of the locations are specifically designed to limit the number of people who play at their courts. On the other hand, they are convenient for people who don't live in the heart of the city. As with most public tennis courts, information about them have to be obtained by contacting the facilities directly.