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Basketball courts in Des Moines

35 public courts at 29 locations, closest to downtown first.

Good to know: Outdoor courts are free and open during park hours; lit courts keep games going after sunset.

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Questions

Where are the basketball courts in Des Moines?

EMC Downtown Park, Center Street Park (2), Cheatom Park, Nash Park (2), Riverwalk Dog Park and 24 more.

How many basketball courts are in Des Moines?

About 35 mapped courts at 29 locations; 1 location has lights.

Are they free?

Public basketball courts in city parks are free; private clubs and some reservable courts charge fees.

Where does this list come from?

OpenStreetMap, the volunteer-built map. Places marked private are left out, but some listed places may still be limited to members, residents or customers; check posted signs.

Source: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Locations are named after the nearest city park where one is within a quarter mile.

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