What is Cottonwood Creek Park like?
Cottonwood Creek Park sits in Colorado Springs, one of 9 courses in the city and 204 across Colorado. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 6,660 ft, averaging roughly 370 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is mountain/wooded — mountain terrain through timber, which puts the emphasis on elevation and commitment. Steep terrain means big elevation drops and punishing misses. Bring more discs than you think you need.
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 Cottonwood Creek 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
Cottonwood Creek Park 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 Cottonwood Creek 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Cottonwood Creek Park
More disc golf in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs has 9 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rampart Disc Golf Course | 18 | Beginner | $3 |
| The Aviary Disc Golf Course | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Widefield Park | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Cheyenne Mountain State Park | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Jenkins Middle School | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Peterson Air Force Base | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Sand Creek Disc Golf Course | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Holmes Middle School | 5 | Beginner | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Cottonwood Creek Park?
Cottonwood Creek Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,660 ft, averaging about 370 feet per hole.
Is Cottonwood Creek Park free to play?
No. Cottonwood Creek Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Cottonwood Creek Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with mountain terrain through timber and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Cottonwood Creek 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 Cottonwood Creek Park located?
Cottonwood Creek Park is in Colorado Springs, Colorado, at coordinates 38.92781, -104.75664. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Cottonwood Creek 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.