What is Wildlife Prairie Park like?
Set in Hanna City, Wildlife Prairie Park has been on the PDGA course list since 1998. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 3,744 ft — an average of about 208 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 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 Wildlife Prairie 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 Wildlife Prairie 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Wildlife Prairie Park
Hanna City, IL — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Wildlife Prairie Park
More disc golf near Hanna City
Wildlife Prairie Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Hanna City, but Illinois has 287 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Illinois.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Wildlife Prairie Park?
Wildlife Prairie Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,744 ft, averaging about 208 feet per hole.
Is Wildlife Prairie Park free to play?
Yes. Wildlife Prairie Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Wildlife Prairie Park 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 Wildlife Prairie 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 Wildlife Prairie Park located?
Wildlife Prairie Park is in Hanna City, Illinois, at coordinates 40.73297, -89.73408. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Wildlife Prairie 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.