What is Katherine Legge Memorial Park like?
Katherine Legge Memorial Park sits in Hinsdale, one of 1 course in the city and 287 across Illinois. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 3,888 ft — an average of about 216 feet a hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is prairie/open — wide open prairie fairways, which puts the emphasis on big arms and wind management. Exposed prairie layouts let you throw everything you have, but a crosswind will move a disc thirty feet off line before it lands.
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 Katherine Legge Memorial Park?
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
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 Katherine Legge Memorial 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Katherine Legge Memorial Park
Hinsdale, IL — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Katherine Legge Memorial Park
More disc golf near Hinsdale
Katherine Legge Memorial Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Hinsdale, but Illinois has 287 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Illinois.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Katherine Legge Memorial Park?
Katherine Legge Memorial Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,888 ft, averaging about 216 feet per hole.
Is Katherine Legge Memorial Park free to play?
Yes. Katherine Legge Memorial Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Katherine Legge Memorial Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with wide open prairie fairways and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Katherine Legge Memorial 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 Katherine Legge Memorial Park located?
Katherine Legge Memorial Park is in Hinsdale, Illinois, at coordinates 41.78283, -87.91509. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Katherine Legge Memorial Park?
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.