Clearwater Beach itself doesn't have public tennis courts on the island, but Pinellas County has several excellent facilities within a 15-minute drive. Here's the full list with maps.

Tennis Court Overview Map

1. McMullen Tennis Complex

  • Address: 1000 Edenville Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755
  • Courts: 16 Har-Tru clay courts + hard courts
  • Drive time: 15 min from beach
  • Fees: ~$6/person for 90-min slots; members cheaper
  • Reservations: online + in-person
  • Lessons: USPTA pros available
  • Pro shop: stringing, rentals, retail

2. Morningside Recreation Center

  • Address: 2400 Harn Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33764
  • Courts: outdoor hard courts
  • Fees: free for Clearwater residents, small fee for non-residents
  • Best for: casual drop-in play

3. Eddie C. Moore Regional Park

  • Address: 3050 Drew St, Clearwater, FL 33759
  • Courts: tennis + pickleball multi-use
  • Fees: free
  • Best for: families, low-key play

4. Sand Key Park

  • Address: 1060 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
  • Courts: 2 outdoor hard courts
  • Fees: free with park entry ($5)
  • Best for: beach-stay guests who want a quick match

5. Hotel Tennis (Guests Only)

Several Clearwater Beach hotels have on-site tennis:

  • Sheraton Sand Key Resort — lighted courts, free for guests
  • Sandpearl Resort — limited courts, guest access
  • Wyndham Grand — guest court access

Lessons & Clinics

McMullen is the main lesson hub — USPTA-certified pros, private lessons ($60–$90/hr), group clinics ($25–$40/session), and junior programs. Book through the McMullen pro shop.

What to Bring

  • Racquet (rentals at McMullen for $5)
  • Tennis balls (a few extras always)
  • Tennis shoes
  • Water — Florida heat, always
  • Hat + sunscreen

Best Times to Play

  • Early morning (7–10 AM): coolest, hardcore regulars out already
  • Late afternoon (5–7 PM): lighted courts at McMullen and Sheraton Sand Key
  • Midday in summer: avoid — heat index 100+°F is no joke
Staying on the beach and want a quick match without the 15-minute drive? Book Sheraton Sand Key — their free guest courts are the closest legit tennis to Clearwater Beach proper.
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