Tennis court guide

Cheviot Hills Tennis Courts

2601 Motor Ave #3411, Los Angeles, CA 90064

Courts: Hard blue
Season: Year-round
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-10pm, Sat-Sun 8am-7pm
Setup: Outdoor · Lights
Pricing: $8/hr before 4pm weekdays, $12/hr after 4pm/weekends
Contact: (310) 836-8879

Reservations required

Quick Overview

Cheviot Hills Tennis Center is one of Los Angeles's top public tennis facilities, with 14 outdoor hard courts. The site sits near Rancho Park in West LA and runs on the city's reservation system, so public access comes at city prices.

The courts sit among mature pines and greenery, giving the facility a quieter feel than its central city location might suggest. Each court is individually fenced with tall windscreens.

What makes Cheviot Hills stand out

14 Premium Hard Courts

Courts are standard hardcourt surface, maintained well, with individual fencing around each court.

Pro Shop & Services

On-site pro shop with equipment, coaching, and the famous Live Ball sessions

Premium Hitting Walls

Two hitting walls, including the well-known backboard beside a large pine tree.

Full Amenities

Restrooms, water fountains, and a dedicated parking lot.

Tennis Programs

Extensive class schedule from kids lessons (ages 4+) to adult clinics and competitive play

When to Play at Cheviot

Court usage peaks on weekday evenings from 6 to 9 PM, when all 14 courts are typically full. Early mornings and mid-afternoons tend to be quieter.

Peak vs Off-Peak Strategy

Weekdays 4-9 PM
Weekend mornings 8-11 AM
Weekend afternoons 2-7 PM

Weekday mornings 8 AM-3 PM
Weekend early afternoons

Pro Tip

Weekday mornings run $8/hour and are rarely crowded. After 4 PM rates rise to $12/hour and courts fill up. Prime slots can book out days in advance.

Booking Ahead

For Saturday morning games, book by Tuesday or Wednesday. The city system opens reservations up to one week ahead, and popular slots go fast.

Court reservations & pricing

Cheviot Hills operates as a pay-to-play facility on the Los Angeles city reservation system.

Location & Access

2551 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064
Dedicated parking lot on site, with street parking also available.
About a 15-minute walk from the Westwood/Rancho Park Metro station.

How to Book Courts

The LA Parks online reservation portal shows real-time availability and confirms bookings instantly.
Call (310) 836-8879
Walk-ins work best during off-peak hours; courts are often fully booked at busy times.

What if Courts are Full?

With 14 courts, turnover is frequent even during busy periods, so waiting on-site can pay off.
The hitting walls are always free and open, useful for warming up or finding other players.
Early morning before 8 AM sometimes sees informal play without a reservation.

Find your skill match

Cheviot draws players who take the game seriously. Most regulars are at the intermediate level, roughly 3.0 to 4.0, and the community skews toward organized, competitive play.

How Cheviot stacks up

Los Angeles has no shortage of public courts. The table below compares Cheviot Hills to a few popular alternatives across the city.

Court	Price	Courts	Lights	Vibe
Cheviot Hills	$8-12/hr	14	Until 10 PM	Organized, quality-focused
Vermont Canyon	Free/$8	12	Daylight only	Scenic, casual mountain feel
Mar Vista Rec	Free	6	Until 10 PM	Drop-in friendly, community
Westwood Rec	$8-12/hr	6	Limited	UCLA students, local
Palisades Tennis	Closed	8 (rebuilding)	N/A	Elite (reopening 2025-26)

Cheviot Hills

Price: $8-12/hr
Courts: 14
Lights: Until 10 PM
Vibe: Organized, quality-focused

Vermont Canyon

Price: Free/$8
Courts: 12
Lights: Daylight only
Vibe: Scenic, casual mountain feel

Mar Vista Rec

Price: Free
Courts: 6
Lights: Until 10 PM
Vibe: Drop-in friendly, community

Westwood Rec

Price: $8-12/hr
Courts: 6
Lights: Limited
Vibe: UCLA students, local

Palisades Tennis

Price: Closed
Courts: 8 (rebuilding)
Lights: N/A
Vibe: Elite (reopening 2025-26)

Cheviot vs Vermont Canyon

Vermont Canyon: Stunning mountain setting in Griffith Park with 12 courts. Free during off-peak, $8 during peak times, but no lights (daylight only).

Vermont Canyon suits players looking for a scenic, casual outing. The setting is Griffith Park and the vibe is relaxed.

Cheviot's advantages over Vermont Canyon: guaranteed reservations and a more structured playing community.

Cheviot vs Mar Vista

Mar Vista: 6 newly resurfaced courts that are completely free with lights until 10 PM. First-come, first-served system.
Mar Vista works well for budget-conscious players or anyone who prefers spontaneous drop-in sessions over reservations.
Cheviot's advantages over Mar Vista: more courts, guaranteed reservations, and higher maintenance standards.

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