New Southpark Pickleball Complex Construction Complete but Opening Postponed

Construction milestones on the Southpark Pickleball Complex indicate the project is largely built and permitted, though the public opening has been delayed. A final punch walk occurred on Dec. 18, 2025, and Douglas County signed off on building, electrical and zoning permits. The project page noted substantial completion was anticipated by Jan. 7, 2026. Despite that timeline, the Highlands Ranch Metro District calendar shows the Jan. 10 grand opening event as POSTPONED.

Located near S. Broadway and County Line Road, the complex includes 19 north-south courts surfaced with acrylic and each individually fenced, along with 147 parking spaces, plumbed and heated restrooms, court lighting, shade pavilions and low-water landscaping. Once the venue opens, the east courts will be operated by the Metro District and the west courts by South Suburban Parks & Recreation. Planned programming will include drop-in play, court rentals, camps, clinics, leagues and tournaments.

For residents, the facility expands local recreational options and could shift how players travel for play. The addition of 19 courts makes Southpark one of the larger outdoor pickleball sites in the area, which may attract league play and weekend tournaments that bring visitors and spending to nearby businesses. The 147 parking spaces will limit on-site capacity during large events, so organizers and players may need to stagger schedules or use off-site parking plans when events are scheduled.

The inclusion of heated, plumbed restrooms and court lighting increases year-round usability and supports evening programming that can boost weekday activity. Low-water landscaping reflects regional water-conservation priorities and may reduce ongoing maintenance costs compared with traditional irrigation-heavy designs.

Operational responsibility split between two agencies means residents should check both Highlands Ranch Metro District and South Suburban Parks & Recreation channels for scheduling, reservations and program registration. The project page provides site maps, a timeline and contact information for follow-up.

Local officials and program managers have not announced a new grand opening date. Until the postponement is resolved, courts are not expected to open for organized programming. Residents interested in leagues, clinics or rentals should monitor the Metro District and South Suburban calendars and contact project staff through the project page for the latest updates.