What is Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course like?
Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course is one of 77 PDGA-listed courses in Arizona, and one of 1 in Fountain Hills itself. The layout runs 19 holes to a par of 57 over 5,852 ft, averaging roughly 308 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course?
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 Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course
More disc golf near Fountain Hills
Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course is the only PDGA-listed course in Fountain Hills, but Arizona has 77 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Arizona.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course?
Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course has 19 holes with a total par of 57. The course measures 5,852 ft, averaging about 308 feet per hole.
Is Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course free to play?
Yes. Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course 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 Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 19 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course located?
Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course is in Fountain Hills, Arizona, at coordinates 33.60236, -111.70900. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Fountain Hills Disc Golf Course?
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.