Pickleball Court Dimensions

Official measurements for singles, doubles, and backyard courts

A standard pickleball court is 20 feet wide by 44 feet long — the same size for both singles and doubles play. That's roughly a quarter the size of a tennis court, which is why four pickleball courts can fit on one tennis court.

Official Court Dimensions

44'

Court Length

20'

Court Width

Kitchen Depth (each side)

15'

Service Area Depth

10'

Service Box Width

34"

Net Height (center)

The Kitchen (Non-Volley Zone)

The most important area on the court. The kitchen extends 7 feet from the net on each side, spanning the full 20-foot width. You cannot volley (hit the ball out of the air) while standing in the kitchen or touching the kitchen line.

Kitchen Rules

You CAN enter the kitchen any time — just not to volley. If the ball bounces in the kitchen, you can step in and hit it. After volleying, your momentum cannot carry you into the kitchen.

Service Areas

Behind the kitchen on each side are two service boxes, each 10 feet wide by 15 feet deep. Serves must land diagonally in the opponent's service box, clearing the kitchen.

Net Specifications

The net is 36 inches high at the sidelines and 34 inches at the center. Total net width is 22 feet (extending 1 foot past each sideline). Official nets use a center strap to hold down the middle.

Recommended Playing Area

While the court itself is 20x44 feet, you need extra space around it for safe play. USA Pickleball recommends a minimum playing surface of 30 feet wide by 60 feet long. For tournament play, 34x64 feet is preferred.

Space Requirements

30' x 60'

Minimum Total Area

34' x 64'

Tournament Standard

Min Side Buffer

Min Back Buffer

Building Your Own Court

For a backyard court, you'll need at least a 30x60 foot flat surface. Concrete or asphalt works best. Use 2-inch wide lines in contrasting colors (white on dark surfaces, dark on light). Many players convert half a driveway or use temporary court tape on any flat surface.