What is Prickly Pines like?
Set in Elizabeth, Prickly Pines has been on the PDGA course list since 2006. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 5,022 ft — an average of about 279 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
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 Prickly Pines?
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
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 Prickly Pines
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Prickly Pines
More disc golf near Elizabeth
Prickly Pines is the only PDGA-listed course in Elizabeth, but Colorado has 204 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Colorado.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Prickly Pines?
Prickly Pines has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,022 ft, averaging about 279 feet per hole.
Is Prickly Pines free to play?
Yes. Prickly Pines is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Prickly Pines 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 Prickly Pines?
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 Prickly Pines located?
Prickly Pines is in Elizabeth, Colorado, at coordinates 39.36526, -104.59026. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Prickly Pines?
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.