What is Wilderness Ranch like?
Set in Lakeside, Wilderness Ranch has been on the PDGA course list since 1996. Across 5,904 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 328 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is wooded/hilly — wooded fairways with real elevation change, which puts the emphasis on shot shaping in three dimensions. Elevation compounds every mistake: an uphill approach plays longer than the sign says, and a downhill tee shot carries much further than expected.
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 Wilderness Ranch?
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
Wilderness Ranch charges $3 to play. Pay-to-play courses are the minority in disc golf, and the fee usually reflects better maintenance, dedicated staff, or private land. Check the course signage or the local club for how payment is collected. 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 Wilderness 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Wilderness Ranch
Lakeside, AZ — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Wilderness Ranch
More disc golf near Lakeside
Wilderness Ranch is the only PDGA-listed course in Lakeside, but Arizona has 77 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Arizona.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Wilderness Ranch?
Wilderness Ranch has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,904 ft, averaging about 328 feet per hole.
Is Wilderness Ranch free to play?
No. Wilderness Ranch charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Wilderness 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 Wilderness 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 Wilderness Ranch located?
Wilderness Ranch is in Lakeside, Arizona, at coordinates 34.20185, -109.91464. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Wilderness Ranch?
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.