Lavaca, Arkansas

Lavaca Elementary

9 holesPar 271,836 ftIntermediateWooded/HillyFree
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Lavaca Elementary is a 9-hole disc golf course in Lavaca, AR, playing to a par of 27 across 1,836 ft. It is rated intermediate difficulty with wooded fairways with real elevation change, and it is free to play. A full round takes most groups about 45 minutes. The course has been listed with the PDGA since 1993.
9
Holes
27
Par
1,836'
Length
Intermediate
Difficulty
Free
Fee
1993
Listed

What is Lavaca Elementary like?

Lavaca Elementary sits in Lavaca, one of 1 course in the city and 116 across Arkansas. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 1,836 ft — an average of about 204 feet a hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.

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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.

What discs should you bring to Lavaca Elementary?

For a course like this, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers the majority of shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.

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 Lavaca Elementary

Practice BasketPicnic AreaParkingRestroomsBenches

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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Lavaca Elementary

Lavaca, AR — free parking is listed for this course.

35.33061, -94.17096
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Other disc golf courses near Lavaca Elementary

City of Charleston8.4 mi · 9 holes · Charleston, AR · Beginner · $5Bell Park Disc Golf Course8.9 mi · 18 holes · Greenwood, AR · Intermediate · $5Ben Geren Park - Massard Creek Disc Golf Course10.4 mi · 18 holes · Fort Smith, AR · Intermediate · $3Ben Geren Park - North Yellow10.4 mi · 18 holes · Fort Smith, AR · Beginner · $3Ben Geren Park - South Orange10.4 mi · 18 holes · Fort Smith, AR · Advanced · Free

More disc golf near Lavaca

Lavaca Elementary is the only PDGA-listed course in Lavaca, but Arkansas has 116 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Arkansas.

Frequently asked questions

How many holes is Lavaca Elementary?

Lavaca Elementary has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 1,836 ft, averaging about 204 feet per hole.

Is Lavaca Elementary free to play?

Yes. Lavaca Elementary is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.

Is Lavaca Elementary 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 Lavaca Elementary?

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 Lavaca Elementary located?

Lavaca Elementary is in Lavaca, Arkansas, at coordinates 35.33061, -94.17096. Directions are linked on this page.

What discs should I bring to Lavaca Elementary?

For this layout, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers most shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.