Find Your Perfect Court: A Guide to Tennis in Ann Arbor

Looking for a fun and active way to spend your day? 🎾 Ann Arbor has a wealth of public tennis courts, and I've listed most (if not all) of them for you to explore! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just looking to hit a few balls with friends, there’s a perfect court waiting for you in every corner of the city. Grab your racquet, pick a spot, and get ready for a game – because tennis is the perfect way to stay fit and have fun! 

Ann Arbor boasts a diverse array of public tennis courts, each offering unique features and amenities. Here's a comprehensive overview to help you find the perfect spot to play:

1. Burns Park

• Location: 1200 Baldwin Avenue

• Number of Courts: 4

• Condition: Great

• Facilities: Restrooms and drinking fountains

• Atmosphere: Active yet uncrowded

• Additional Features: Hitting wall available

2. Buhr Park

• Location: 2751 Packard Street

• Number of Courts: 3

• Condition: Good

• Facilities: Restrooms

• Atmosphere: Pleasant park setting

• Additional Features: Hitting wall available

3. Clague Middle School

• Location: 2616 Nixon Road

• Number of Courts: 2

• Condition: Fair

• Atmosphere: Quiet

4. Clinton Park

• Location: 1600 Stone School Road

• Number of Courts: 2

• Atmosphere: Adjacent to an elementary school

5. Cranbrook Park

• Location: Near Cranbrook Road

• Number of Courts: 1

• Atmosphere: Residential neighborhood

6. Forsythe Middle School

• Location: 1655 Newport Road

• Number of Courts: 2

• Condition: Good (note: only one net may be functional)

• Facilities: Port-a-potties available

• Atmosphere: Surrounded by playing fields

7. Hunt Park

• Location: Near Miller Avenue

• Number of Courts: 1

• Atmosphere: Quiet with community garden

8. Huron High School

• Location: 2727 Fuller Road

• Number of Courts: 7

• Condition: Good

• Atmosphere: Overlooks the Huron River

• Additional Features: Hitting wall available

9. Leslie Park

• Location: 2932 Leslie Park Circle

• Number of Courts: 3

• Atmosphere: Adjacent to a golf course

• Additional Features: Hitting wall available

10. Mack Pool & Ann Arbor Open School

• Location: 1520 Miller Avenue

• Number of Courts: 1

• Condition: Good

• Atmosphere: Community garden nearby

11. Northside Park

• Location: 300 Northside Drive

• Number of Courts: 1

• Condition: Great

• Atmosphere: Includes basketball court and playground

12. North Campus Courts

• Location: Near Hubbard Road and Baits Drive

• Number of Courts: 2

• Condition: Good

• Atmosphere: University setting

13. Palmer Field

• Location: South State Street

• Number of Courts: 10 (8 hard courts, 2 artificial grass)

• Condition: Great

• Atmosphere: High student activity

• Additional Features: Hitting wall available

14. Pioneer High School

• Location: 601 West Stadium Boulevard

• Number of Courts: 12

• Condition: Average

• Atmosphere: Typical high school environment

15. Scarlett Middle School

• Location: 3300 Lorraine Street

• Number of Courts: 2

• Condition: Fair

• Facilities: Restrooms

• Atmosphere: Near soccer fields

Which tennis court in Ann Arbor are you excited to try first? Let us know in the comments and share your favorite spot to play!