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Outdoor Tennis Courts in New York City

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New York’s outdoor tennis often takes place in public parks, with clay and hard courts beside the Hudson and lit hard courts in Brooklyn. The choice is more than a change of scenery: surface and lighting both shape where you play.

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01

USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is the public tennis facility behind the US Open, set in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens. Outdoor and indoor hard courts are open to book by the hour, so you can play on the same grounds as the pros. It's a great stop for visiting players who want a genuine Grand Slam venue experience alongside their game.

Courts
12 indoor · Outdoor · Not listed · Hard
Access
Public
Hours
Daily: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Price
from $42
Hours, booking and sources
02

Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park

Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park in Crown Heights has 11 outdoor hard tennis courts, basketball and baseball facilities, and open green space.

Courts
11 courts · Hard · Outdoor
Access
Public
Hours
Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMHours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
Price
from $15
Hours, booking and sources
03

Central Park Tennis Center

Tucked into the heart of Central Park near 96th Street, this is New York City's largest public tennis facility — 26 clay courts and 4 hard courts run by NYC Parks. It's classic park tennis: unpretentious, busy, and social, with courts available to anyone on a walk-in or reservation basis right in the middle of Manhattan's most famous green space.

Courts
30 courts · Outdoor
Access
Public
Hours
Daily: from 6:30 AM until sunsetSeason runs from early April through November, weather permitting (operator). The schedule above applies in season.
Price
from $15
Hours, booking and sources
04

Riverside Park

Riverside Park’s public tennis courts at West 119th Street sit along the Hudson River in Morningside Heights, Manhattan.

Courts
10 courts · Hard · Outdoor
Access
Public
Hours
Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AMHours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
Price
from $15
Hours, booking and sources
05

Active Pickleball Tennis Center @ Queens College Tennis Center

A tennis and pickleball center on the Queens College campus in Flushing. The operator lists six indoor hard courts and six seasonal outdoor tennis courts; paid rentals are reserved by phone. Current Queens College students and staff can use designated complimentary walk-in recreation hours.

Courts
12 courts · 6 indoor · 6 outdoor
Access
Public
Hours
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PMSat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PMPublished center hours differ across the operator’s pages; indoor and outdoor court slots may also differ. Check the booking calendar.
Price
Outdoor · from $25/hrIndoor · from $45/hr
Hours, booking and sources
06

Detective Keith L. Williams Park

A public park in Jamaica, Queens, with 10 outdoor hard courts — a solid option for a local or a traveler looking for a low-key game away from the crowds. The park also has a pool and playground, so it's a lively spot beyond just tennis.

Courts
10 courts · Hard · Outdoor
Access
Public
Hours
Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMHours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
Price
from $15
Hours, booking and sources
07

Kissena Park

Twelve outdoor courts — four hard and eight Har-Tru clay — sit inside Kissena Park, a large, well-loved Queens park known for its lake, trails, and relaxed neighborhood feel. It's a good pick for a laid-back public park session rather than a polished club experience.

Courts
12 courts · Outdoor
Access
Public
Hours
Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMHours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
Price
from $15
Hours, booking and sources
08

Flushing Meadows Corona Park

Eleven public outdoor hard courts are located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens. They are listed in the NYC Parks tennis-court directory.

Courts
11 courts · Hard · Outdoor
Access
Public
Hours
Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMHours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
Price
from $15
Hours, booking and sources

Plan your visit

Where can I find outdoor tennis courts in New York City?

We list 94 venues in New York City, including USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park and Central Park Tennis Center.

Do I need to book outdoor tennis courts in New York City?

Of these venues, 57 allow walk-in use and 6 require booking. Each venue page shows how to book.

Are there free outdoor tennis courts in New York City?

Yes. Of these venues, 4 can be used free of charge; each venue page lists the conditions.

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    USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
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    Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Central Park Tennis Center Hours · Daily: from 6:30 AM until sunset · Season runs from early April through November, weather permitting (operator). The schedule above applies in season.
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    Riverside Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Active Pickleball Tennis Center @ Queens College Tennis Center Hours · Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Published center hours differ across the operator’s pages; indoor and outdoor court slots may also differ. Check the booking calendar.
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    Detective Keith L. Williams Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Kissena Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Flushing Meadows Corona Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Marine Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Red Hook Recreation Center Hours · Mon–Fri: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sat: 8:00 AM – 10:45 PM; Sun: Closed · The recreation center building hours do not establish outdoor tennis court hours. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Astoria Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Flushing Fields Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Frederick Johnson Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Rochdale Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Kaiser Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    96th Street Clay Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 7:00 AM until sunset · Season runs April to November. Hours change month by month with daylight; the operator's monthly table is approximate. The schedule above applies in season.
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    Brookville Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Octagon Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · Official court hours are 07:00–22:00 from April 1 through November; courts close in winter.
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    Juniper Valley Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Archie Spigner Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    The West Side Tennis Club Hours · Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sun: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM · The club’s general 08:00–22:00 listing does not confirm bookable tennis court hours.
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    Frank Principe Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    McKinley Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Highland Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Jackie Robinson Park Playground Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Howard Bennett Playground Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Hudson River Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Park opening hours are not the same as tennis court hours; courts are first-come, first-served. Check current access.
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    Baisley Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Leif Ericson Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Kelly Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Riverbank State Park Tennis Courts 🎾 Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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    Roy Wilkins Recreation Center Hours · Mon–Fri: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sat: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sun: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    John J. Carty Park Tennis Courts Hours · Open 24 hours · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Linden Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Greenbelt Recreation Center Hours · Mon–Fri: 6:30 AM – 8:30 PM; Sat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Lucille Ferrier Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Silver Lake Park Hours · Tennis is listed for April–November with hours around 08:00–20:00 that vary by season; the park’s overnight hours are not court hours.
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    Forest Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Manhattan Beach Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Confirm the current construction status before visiting. Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Fort Washington Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Crocheron Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · The fixed 08:00–20:00 listing does not establish seasonal court hours; confirm available play times. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Cooper Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    John V. Lindsay East River Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM · Park hours are not tennis-court hours. Reconstruction has affected tennis access; confirm whether the courts have reopened before visiting. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Baisley South Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    East Side Tennis Association Hours · Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Sat–Sun: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM · The posted court schedule changes by season; check the current schedule before visiting.
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    Friends Field Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Seton Park Tennis Courts Hours · Open 24 hours · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    John Jay Park Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · A directory lists 07:00–22:00 year-round, but the court is described as unlit; confirm usable daylight hours. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Washington Market Park Tennis Court Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM · The court lists permitted play from 07:00 to midnight during tennis season; off-season access follows different rules. Confirm the current schedule.
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    Springfield Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Van Voorhees Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    McGuire Fields Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Tennis CourtvBrooklyn College West End Hours · Mon–Thu: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Fri–Sun: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · The listed hours are for the campus; court rentals require an approved group application and times are arranged separately. Hours from Google Maps (these are the school's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Shore Road Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Decatur Playground Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    Astoria Heights Playground Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Fairview Park Tennis Court Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Police Officer Edward Byrne Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    South Oxford Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Flushing Meadows Corona Park Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM · The map lists 07:00–22:00, but current tennis court hours at this pin are unconfirmed. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Pier 42 Tennis Court Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Helen Marshall Playground Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Hours from Google Maps (park hours). NYC Parks: most courts are open from 8:00 a.m. to dusk.
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    York College Tennis Courts Hours · The published weekday windows describe athletic-field availability; tennis court rental times require confirmation.
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    Staten Island Community Tennis Hours · Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sat–Sun: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM · Published hours describe the club, not confirmed indoor or outdoor court slots. Call to check availability.
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    Town Tennis Club Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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    Charles Kasper Tennis Courts Hours · Daily: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · The fixed 08:00–20:00 map listing may not reflect seasonal court hours; confirm before visiting.
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    World's Fair Playground Tennis Court Hours · Daily: from 8:00 AM until sunset
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    Fort Greene Park Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    J. Hood Wright Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM · The park’s listed hours do not confirm tennis court hours or availability. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Baybridge Pool & Racquet Club Hours · Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 9:45 PM; Sat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 6:45 PM · The club lists seasonal hours from April 20 to November 9, 2026; confirm current court slots with reception.
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    Tennis Center at Richmond County Country Club Hours · Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · The listed club hours do not confirm tennis-court availability; members should check court slots.
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    Jackie Robinson Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM · The park is open longer than the tennis courts; court play is described as dawn to dusk. Check current seasonal access. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Playground One Twenty Five CXXV Hours · Daily: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Listed hours describe the playground; tennis court hours are unconfirmed. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Rory Staunton Field Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · The 06:00–21:00 map listing may be for the park rather than tennis play; confirm court access. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Hillside Swim Club Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    South Shore Swimming Club Hours · Daily: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM · The 10:00–20:00 listing is for the swim club; tennis-court slots may differ.
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    Dwight School Athletic Center Hours · Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sat–Sun: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · The listed hours describe the athletic center; tennis court times are not confirmed. Hours from Google Maps (these are the school's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Breezy Point Tennis Courts Hours · Court hours and visitor eligibility have not been confirmed; the 24-hour map listing should not be treated as tennis access.
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    Sunnyside Gardens Tennis Club Hours · Courts are open from 8am to sunset. The season begins in early May and ends in late November; weather permitting. Peak "prime time" hours: 8–10AM Monday through Friday; 5PM – closing Monday through Friday; 8AM – closing Weekends and Holidays.
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    John Golden Park Hours · Daily: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM · The park lists 06:00–21:00, but tennis court hours and booking are unconfirmed. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    Knickerbocker Field Club Hours · The club lists weekday opening at 07:30, Saturday at 08:00 and Sunday at 08:45, with closing at dark; confirm court slots before visiting.
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    Hunter College Sportsplex Hours · Mon–Fri: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sat–Sun: Closed · The 10:00–19:00 weekday listing is for the Sportsplex, not confirmed tennis-court time. Check court and guest access with Hunter College.
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    Grover Cleveland Athletic Field Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Seward Park Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Murray Park Hours · Daily: 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM · The listed 06:30–21:00 hours are for the park; tennis court hours are unconfirmed. Hours from Google Maps (these are the park's hours); the venue's own page may state different court hours.
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    New Dorp High School Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Queensborough Community College Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Grand Street Campus Tennis Court Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Port Richmond High School Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Petrides High School Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Starr Playground Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Bay Street Landing Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    Boys & Girls High School Tennis Courts Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go
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    P.S. 257 John F. Hylan School Hours · Unconfirmed — check before you go