What is The Meadows Disc Golf Park like?
The Meadows Disc Golf Park sits in Tinley Park, one of 1 course in the city and 287 across Illinois. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 4,122 ft, averaging roughly 229 feet per 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 The Meadows Disc Golf 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
The Meadows Disc Golf Park charges $5 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 The Meadows Disc Golf 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Other disc golf courses near The Meadows Disc Golf Park
More disc golf near Tinley Park
The Meadows Disc Golf Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Tinley Park, but Illinois has 287 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Illinois.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is The Meadows Disc Golf Park?
The Meadows Disc Golf Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,122 ft, averaging about 229 feet per hole.
Is The Meadows Disc Golf Park free to play?
No. The Meadows Disc Golf Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is The Meadows Disc Golf 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 The Meadows Disc Golf 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 The Meadows Disc Golf Park located?
The Meadows Disc Golf Park is in Tinley Park, Illinois, at coordinates 41.58783, -87.80078. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to The Meadows Disc Golf 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.