What is The Oaks like?
Located in Mokena, The Oaks is part of a Illinois disc golf scene that now runs to 287 registered courses. Across 8,370 ft the course fits 27 holes at par 81, which works out to around 310 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to The Oaks?
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. 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 The Oaks
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Oaks
More disc golf near Mokena
The Oaks is the only PDGA-listed course in Mokena, 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 Oaks?
The Oaks has 27 holes with a total par of 81. The course measures 8,370 ft, averaging about 310 feet per hole.
Is The Oaks free to play?
Yes. The Oaks is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is The Oaks 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 The Oaks?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 27 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is The Oaks located?
The Oaks is in Mokena, Illinois, at coordinates 41.52482, -87.88246. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to The Oaks?
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.