What is Big Walnut Sports Park like?
Big Walnut Sports Park sits in Greencastle, one of 1 course in the city and 188 across Indiana. The layout runs 19 holes to a par of 57 over 4,294 ft, averaging roughly 226 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Big Walnut Sports 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. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Big Walnut Sports 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 Big Walnut Sports 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Big Walnut Sports Park
Greencastle, IN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Big Walnut Sports Park
More disc golf near Greencastle
Big Walnut Sports Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Greencastle, but Indiana has 188 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Indiana.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Big Walnut Sports Park?
Big Walnut Sports Park has 19 holes with a total par of 57. The course measures 4,294 ft, averaging about 226 feet per hole.
Is Big Walnut Sports Park free to play?
No. Big Walnut Sports Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Big Walnut Sports Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with a mix of wooded and open holes and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Big Walnut Sports Park?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 19 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Big Walnut Sports Park located?
Big Walnut Sports Park is in Greencastle, Indiana, at coordinates 39.64114, -86.80007. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Big Walnut Sports 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.