What is Riverside Park like?
Located in Homedale, Riverside Park is part of a Idaho disc golf scene that now runs to 100 registered courses. Across 2,844 ft the course fits 9 holes at par 27, which works out to around 316 feet per 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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Riverside 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
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 Riverside 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Riverside Park
Homedale, ID — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Riverside Park
More disc golf near Homedale
Riverside Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Homedale, but Idaho has 100 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Idaho.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Riverside Park?
Riverside Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,844 ft, averaging about 316 feet per hole.
Is Riverside Park free to play?
Yes. Riverside Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Riverside Park 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 Riverside Park?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Riverside Park located?
Riverside Park is in Homedale, Idaho, at coordinates 43.61507, -116.93072. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Riverside 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.