What is Bourissa Hills like?
Set in New Carisle, Bourissa Hills has been on the PDGA course list since 2014. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 2,745 ft — an average of about 305 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded/hilly — wooded fairways with real elevation change, which puts the emphasis on shot shaping in three dimensions. Elevation compounds every mistake: an uphill approach plays longer than the sign says, and a downhill tee shot carries much further than expected.
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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Bourissa Hills?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
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
Bourissa Hills charges $3 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 Bourissa Hills
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Bourissa Hills
New Carisle, IN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Bourissa Hills
More disc golf near New Carisle
Bourissa Hills is the only PDGA-listed course in New Carisle, but Indiana has 188 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Indiana.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Bourissa Hills?
Bourissa Hills has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,745 ft, averaging about 305 feet per hole.
Is Bourissa Hills free to play?
No. Bourissa Hills charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Bourissa Hills good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with wooded fairways with real elevation change and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Bourissa Hills?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Bourissa Hills located?
Bourissa Hills is in New Carisle, Indiana, at coordinates 41.70140, -86.51591. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Bourissa Hills?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.