What is Southern Humboldt Community Park like?
Located in Garberville, Southern Humboldt Community Park is part of a California disc golf scene that now runs to 333 registered courses. Across 5,436 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 302 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 forgiving overall, making it a good first course or a relaxed round. Shorter holes and open landing zones mean errant throws are usually recoverable, which is exactly what a newer player needs. 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 Southern Humboldt Community Park?
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
Southern Humboldt Community Park 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 Southern Humboldt Community Park
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Southern Humboldt Community Park
More disc golf near Garberville
Southern Humboldt Community Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Garberville, but California has 333 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in California.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Southern Humboldt Community Park?
Southern Humboldt Community Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,436 ft, averaging about 302 feet per hole.
Is Southern Humboldt Community Park free to play?
No. Southern Humboldt Community Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Southern Humboldt Community Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with a mix of wooded and open holes and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Southern Humboldt Community Park?
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 Southern Humboldt Community Park located?
Southern Humboldt Community Park is in Garberville, California, at coordinates 40.08491, -123.80019. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Southern Humboldt Community Park?
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.