Rocky Point PickleballLuis Encinas “El Gallito” Park
Av. Luis Encinas 271, Ferrocarrilera · 3 courts
Our home courts. Covered public court with 3 pickleball nets. Free morning open play Mon–Sat, beginners welcome.
Puerto Peñasco · Sonora · Mexico
Free morning pickleball in Rocky Point
Open play Monday to Saturday at the public El Gallito Park courts. Locals, snowbirds and weekend players. Beginners welcome. Bring a paddle and come say hi.
DirectionsJoin on FacebookWhen: Monday–Saturday
Nets up ~8–9 AM · play until ~10:30–11:30 AM
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Where & when
Where
Luis Encinas “El Gallito” Park
Av. Luis Encinas 271, Ferrocarrilera
We sometimes play at other spots. Check Facebook for the day's location.
Directions from my location →When
Mon–Sat, Sundays usually off
Nets up ~8–9 AM · play till ~10:30–11:30 AM
Times shift with the season. Facebook has updates.
Who
Free open play, all levels. Beginners welcome.
Rotate in and meet the group.
3nets
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6days a week
$0free open play
Getting to the courts
Step-by-step directions to El Gallito Park. Distances and times are approximate (OpenStreetMap routing).
- Start near Plaza del Malecón in the Old Port (El Puerto).
- Head up Calle 1 de Junio, then turn right on Calle José Alcantar.
- Turn right on Blvd. Benito Juárez García (the main boulevard) and head north.
- Bear left onto Av. Luis Encinas Johnson and continue about 2.2 km (1.4 mi).
- El Gallito Park courts are on your left at Av. Luis Encinas 271.
- From the Sandy Beach resort area, take Blvd. Paseo de la Luna to Blvd. Costero 2000.
- Follow Blvd. Costero 2000 east through the roundabouts (about 3 km).
- Continue straight as it becomes Calle 26.
- Turn right onto Av. Luis Encinas Johnson.
- The courts are on your right after about 200 m, at Av. Luis Encinas 271.
- Cross at Lukeville, AZ (AZ-85) into Sonoyta, Sonora.
- In Sonoyta, follow the Mexico 8 / Puerto Peñasco signs: Blvd. Francisco Eusebio Kino → Calle 16 de Septiembre → Calle Benemérito de las Américas.
- Take the Carretera Sonoyta–Puerto Peñasco (Hwy 8) south for about 90 km (56 mi).
- Entering town, the highway becomes Blvd. Benito Juárez García. Turn right on Calle 26.
- Turn left on Av. Luis Encinas Johnson. The courts are on your right at No. 271.
Border tip: CBP lists Lukeville port office hours as 6:00 AM–8:00 PM. Check the official CBP Lukeville page and CBP wait times before you go.
Courts around Rocky Point
Our group plays at El Gallito Park. Here are the other courts in town, from public courts to resorts and clubs.
Pickleball Rocky Point (club)
Av. Luis Encinas & Calle 12/13 · 5 courts
Private club with 5 dedicated, lighted courts. Open 6:30 AM–10 PM. Day passes about $5 USD with equipment.
Polifuncional Puerto Peñasco
Av. Sinaloa 182, Nueva Esperanza · 5 indoor courts
Indoor municipal gym (a converted hangar) with 5 taped courts. Locked most days; play is arranged by the league.
La Milla covered courts
La Milla sports park, La Deportiva · 2 courts
Free covered public courts at the La Milla sports park, shared with basketball and volleyball.
Parque Bondojo (Michigan Market / La Curva courts)
C. Ignacio Ramírez 10, behind Michigan Market · 3 courts
Covered neighborhood basketball court with 3 pickleball setups, near the Mirador. Open most mornings.
Desert Club Pádel & Pickleball
Blvd. Rodger Clifton, by the Convention Center (Sandy Beach) · 1–4 courts
Modern pádel and pickleball club near the Sandy Beach resorts. Lighted courts, snack bar, lessons. Paid bookings.
Duke’s Restaurant & Pickleball
Av. Plutarco Elías Calles, Bella Vista · 1 court
Restaurant and bar with 1 shaded, lighted court. Daily pickleball food and drink specials.
Encantame Resorts Racquet Club
Encantame Towers, Playa Encanto · 12 courts
Rocky Point's largest racquet club: 12 lighted pickleball courts for residents and guests, 9 AM–5 PM. Home of the Encántame Open.
Sonoran Spa Resort
Blvd. Costa Diamante, Sandy Beach · 2 courts
Beachfront condo resort on Sandy Beach with 2 outdoor pickleball courts for owners and guests.
Laguna Shores Resort
Carretera Peñasco–Golfo de Santa Clara km 4 · 1+ courts
Private gated beach resort west of town. On-site pickleball, with paddles and balls at the towel room.
What to bring
Paddle & outdoor balls
Lots of water
Hat & sunscreen
Court shoes
A friendly attitude
Life in Rocky Point
Play in the morning, then enjoy the Sea of Cortez: the Malecón, the harbor, Cerro de la Ballena and Sandy Beach are all a few minutes from the courts.
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FAQ
Where can I play pickleball in Rocky Point (Puerto Peñasco)?
Our group plays at the public courts at Luis Encinas “El Gallito” Park, Av. Luis Encinas 271, Ferrocarrilera, Puerto Peñasco, Sonora. The town also has other public, resort and club courts. See “Courts around Rocky Point”.
What time do you play?
Most mornings Monday to Saturday. Sunday is usually off. Nets go up around 8–9 AM and play runs until about 10:30–11:30 AM, Sonora time, which matches Arizona time all year. Check Facebook for seasonal changes.
Is it free? Do I need to be a member?
Morning open play at El Gallito Park is free. Message us on Facebook before your first visit to confirm we're playing that day.
Are beginners welcome?
Yes. It's open play for all levels, and beginners are welcome.
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