What is Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course like?
Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course sits in Bakersfield, one of 8 courses in the city and 333 across California. Across 5,148 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 286 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
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 Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course?
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
Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course charges $5 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 Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course
Bakersfield, CA.
Other disc golf courses near Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course
More disc golf in Bakersfield
Bakersfield has 8 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| City In the Hills | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Hart Park - Suicide Flats | 18 | Intermediate | $5 |
| Kern River Golf Course | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Kern River Disc Golf Course | 12 | Intermediate | Free |
| Riverview Park | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| San Lauren Park | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Silver Creek Park | 9 | Beginner | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course?
Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,148 ft, averaging about 286 feet per hole.
Is Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course free to play?
No. Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain 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 Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course?
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 Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course located?
Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course is in Bakersfield, California, at coordinates 35.44451, -118.90610. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Hart Park - Shark Tooth Mountain Disc Golf Course?
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.