What is Rockin' The Rails like?
Rockin' The Rails sits in Palmer Lake, one of 1 course in the city and 204 across Colorado. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 6,732 ft — an average of about 374 feet a 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 Rockin' The Rails?
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 Rockin' The Rails
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Rockin' The Rails
More disc golf near Palmer Lake
Rockin' The Rails is the only PDGA-listed course in Palmer Lake, but Colorado has 204 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Colorado.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Rockin' The Rails?
Rockin' The Rails has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,732 ft, averaging about 374 feet per hole.
Is Rockin' The Rails free to play?
Yes. Rockin' The Rails is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Rockin' The Rails 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 Rockin' The Rails?
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 Rockin' The Rails located?
Rockin' The Rails is in Palmer Lake, Colorado, at coordinates 39.12421, -104.91310. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Rockin' The Rails?
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.