What is Coldwater Ranch like?
Located in Peoria, Coldwater Ranch is part of a Arizona disc golf scene that now runs to 77 registered courses. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 6,066 ft — an average of about 337 feet a hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is desert/open — open desert terrain, which puts the emphasis on distance with unforgiving rough. There is little to stop a disc once it lands, and the rough is genuinely rough, so accuracy is worth more than the open fairways suggest.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Coldwater Ranch?
For a course like this, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers the majority of shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.
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. Because the fairways are open here, it is also worth checking 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 Coldwater Ranch
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Other disc golf courses near Coldwater Ranch
More disc golf near Peoria
Coldwater Ranch is the only PDGA-listed course in Peoria, but Arizona has 77 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Arizona.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Coldwater Ranch?
Coldwater Ranch has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,066 ft, averaging about 337 feet per hole.
Is Coldwater Ranch free to play?
Yes. Coldwater Ranch is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Coldwater Ranch 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 Coldwater Ranch?
About 110 minutes for a typical group on 18 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Coldwater Ranch located?
Coldwater Ranch is in Peoria, Arizona, at coordinates 33.72327, -112.32037. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Coldwater Ranch?
For this layout, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers most shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.