What is King Salmon Park like?
King Salmon Park is one of 38 PDGA-listed courses in Alaska, and one of 1 in King Salmon itself. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 3,168 ft — an average of about 352 feet a hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is mountain/wooded — mountain terrain through timber, which puts the emphasis on elevation and commitment. Steep terrain means big elevation drops and punishing misses. Bring more discs than you think you need.
ThrowSpot rates the course moderately demanding overall, making it players who have their form mostly sorted. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on. Most groups finish in about 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to King Salmon Park?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
If you are not sure what matches your arm speed, the disc selector converts your throwing distance into a speed ceiling and specific mold recommendations. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
This course is free to play, like the majority of the 7,008 courses in the ThrowSpot directory. There is no booking system and no check-in — turn up and play. Most park courses are open dawn to dusk; hours can change seasonally, so it is worth checking locally before a very early or late round.
Amenities at King Salmon Park
Amenity information comes from PDGA course records and may not reflect recent changes. If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to King Salmon Park
King Salmon, AK — free parking is listed for this course.
More disc golf near King Salmon
King Salmon Park is the only PDGA-listed course in King Salmon, but Alaska has 38 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Alaska.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is King Salmon Park?
King Salmon Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,168 ft, averaging about 352 feet per hole.
Is King Salmon Park free to play?
Yes. King Salmon Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is King Salmon Park good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on.
How long does it take to play King Salmon Park?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is King Salmon Park located?
King Salmon Park is in King Salmon, Alaska, at coordinates 58.68285, -156.66873. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to King Salmon Park?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.