Pickleball & basketball at the Cinnamon Shore South courts
Cinnamon Shore South has community courts for pickleball and basketball, with paddles and balls available to rent on the spot. It's the easiest way to turn a slow afternoon into a little friendly competition without leaving the community.
The courts at Cinnamon Shore South are a low-effort way to burn off energy between beach sessions. Pickleball is the headliner — easy to pick up, fun for mixed ages — and there's a basketball court alongside it. Gear rents on a first-come, first-served basis, so you can decide to play on a whim.
What's on the courts
Cinnamon Shore South has community pickleball and basketball courts open to guests staying in the community. Pickleball is the easy crowd-pleaser — simple enough for kids and first-timers, competitive enough for the adults — and the basketball court is right there when someone wants to shoot around.
Renting gear
You don't need to pack your own. Paddles, pickleballs, and basketballs are available to rent on a first-come, first-served basis, so it's easy to add a game to an afternoon on a whim. Head over earlier in the day on busy weekends if you want to be sure of a court and gear.
What to keep in mind
- Courts and gear are first-come, first-served — there's no reservation, so popular afternoon and early-evening slots can fill up.
- It's an easy walk or short golf-cart ride from most of the community to the South courts.
- Mornings and early evenings are the most comfortable times to play in summer; bring water.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring my own paddles or basketball?
No. Paddles, pickleballs, and basketballs are available to rent at the Cinnamon Shore South courts on a first-come, first-served basis, so you can play even if you didn't pack any gear.
Can I reserve a court?
The courts are first-come, first-served rather than reservable. On busy weekends, head over earlier in the day to be sure of a court and gear.
Is pickleball good for kids?
Yes — pickleball is one of the easiest racquet sports to pick up, so it works well for mixed ages and first-timers, while still being competitive enough to keep the adults interested.
Where are the courts?
The pickleball and basketball courts are at Cinnamon Shore South, an easy walk or short golf-cart ride from most of the community.
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