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Clay Tennis Courts in Queens

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Some of Queens’s clay tennis courts let you turn up and play.

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Places to play

01

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
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02

The West Side Tennis Club

The West Side Tennis Club is a private club in Forest Hills, Queens, near the E and F subway lines. It offers indoor and outdoor tennis, with a clubhouse restaurant and other member amenities.

Courts
38 courts · 10 indoor · 28 outdoor
Access
Members and guests
Hours
Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PMSun: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PMThe club’s general 08:00–22:00 listing does not confirm bookable tennis court hours.
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03

CityView Racquet Club

CityView Racquet Club in Long Island City, Queens offers indoor tennis, padel and squash, with views over the East River. The clubhouse has a cafe and locker rooms with showers.

Courts
4 courts · Clay · Indoor
Access
Members and guests
Hours
Mon–Fri: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PMSat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
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04

Baybridge Pool & Racquet Club

Baybridge Pool & Racquet Club is the private clubhouse of a gated condominium community in Bayside, Queens, with two outdoor clay courts tucked among a full slate of resident amenities. It's a members' retreat rather than a public court — a relaxed spot to play if you're a resident or visiting as a member's guest.

Courts
2 courts · Clay · Outdoor
Access
Residents only
Hours
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 9:45 PMSat–Sun: 8:00 AM – 6:45 PMThe club lists seasonal hours from April 20 to November 9, 2026; confirm current court slots with reception.
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05

Sunnyside Gardens Tennis Club

Three clay courts tucked inside Sunnyside Gardens Park, Queens, playing tennis here since 1926. It's a close-knit private club rather than a public court — best for members and their guests looking for a classic Har-Tru clay experience with on-site coaching, just steps from the neighborhood.

Courts
3 courts · Clay · Outdoor
Access
Members and guests
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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Plan your visit

Where can I find clay tennis courts in Queens?

We list 5 venues in Queens, including Kissena Park.

Do I need to book clay tennis courts in Queens?

Of these venues, 1 allows walk-in use. Each venue page shows how to book.