What is Buffalo Trace Park like?
Set in Palmyra, Buffalo Trace Park has been on the PDGA course list since 2002. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 6,012 ft, averaging roughly 334 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is flat/open — flat, open fairways, which puts the emphasis on pure distance and accuracy. Flat ground makes distances honest and landing zones predictable, which makes this a good place to learn what your discs actually do.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Buffalo Trace Park?
For a course like this, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers the majority of shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.
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
Buffalo Trace 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 Buffalo Trace 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Buffalo Trace Park
More disc golf near Palmyra
Buffalo Trace Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Palmyra, but Indiana has 188 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Indiana.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Buffalo Trace Park?
Buffalo Trace Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,012 ft, averaging about 334 feet per hole.
Is Buffalo Trace Park free to play?
No. Buffalo Trace Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Buffalo Trace Park 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 Buffalo Trace 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 Buffalo Trace Park located?
Buffalo Trace Park is in Palmyra, Indiana, at coordinates 38.40624, -86.09738. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Buffalo Trace Park?
For this layout, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers most shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.