# What is the net height for pickleball on these courts?

**Category:** Court Configuration
**Verified:** 2026-05-31
**Canonical:** https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/knowledge/net-height
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## Quick answer

36 inches at the sidelines, 34 inches at the center.

## Detailed answer

Standard pickleball net heights are 36 inches at the posts and 34 inches at the middle strap. The permanent nets are set up as a compromise height suitable for both paddle tennis (usually 31 inches) and pickleball.

## Related

- https://culvercitypickleballcourts.com/knowledge/net-tensioning