Johnson County park with a pickleball court added during a community-led renovation, confirmed on the county's own parks-and-playgrounds page. Court count (1) not independently verified.
Our picks from the pickleball buying guides — chosen editorially, never by the venue and never by spend.
Paddles · Best overall
JOOLA Ben Johns Perseus 16mm
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Beginner paddles · Best starter feel
JOOLA Essentials
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Balls · Outdoor standard
Franklin X-40 Outdoor (12-pack)
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Rucker Park is free to play — no fee and no membership required.
Yes — Rucker Park is open to the public at no charge.
Rucker Park is located at 260 Millers Creek Rd, Van Lear, KY 41265.
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