What is Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods like?
Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods is one of 182 PDGA-listed courses in Florida, and one of 8 in Orlando itself. Across 4,014 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 223 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is flat/open — flat, open fairways, which puts the emphasis on pure distance and accuracy. Flat ground makes distances honest and landing zones predictable, which makes this a good place to learn what your discs actually do.
ThrowSpot rates the course demanding overall, making it experienced players who want a real challenge. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist. 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 Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods?
For a course like this, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers the majority of shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.
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. Because the fairways are open here, it is also worth checking the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods 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 Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods
Orlando, FL.
Other disc golf courses near Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods
More disc golf in Orlando
Orlando has 8 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnett Park - North | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Barnett Park - Parkside | 18 | Beginner | Free |
| Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Original | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Bill Frederick Park; T2-The Turkeynator | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Airport Lakes Disc Golf Course | 9 | Beginner | $5 |
| Avalon Park | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| University of Central Florida Disc Golf Course | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods?
Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,014 ft, averaging about 223 feet per hole.
Is Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods free to play?
No. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods good for beginners?
It is rated advanced difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist.
How long does it take to play Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods?
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 Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods located?
Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods is in Orlando, Florida, at coordinates 28.50711, -81.48390. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake: The Woods?
For this layout, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers most shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.