What is Mississinewa State Park like?
Mississinewa State Park is one of 188 PDGA-listed courses in Indiana, and one of 3 in Peru itself. The layout runs 24 holes to a par of 72 over 5,496 ft, averaging roughly 229 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
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 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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Mississinewa State 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 Mississinewa State 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Mississinewa State Park
Peru, IN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Mississinewa State Park
More disc golf in Peru
Peru has 3 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honey Bear Hollow Campgrounds | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Maconaquah Park | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Mississinewa State Park?
Mississinewa State Park has 24 holes with a total par of 72. The course measures 5,496 ft, averaging about 229 feet per hole.
Is Mississinewa State Park free to play?
Yes. Mississinewa State Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Mississinewa State 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 Mississinewa State Park?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 24 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Mississinewa State Park located?
Mississinewa State Park is in Peru, Indiana, at coordinates 40.70030, -85.94068. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Mississinewa State 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.