What is Ox Bow County Park like?
Ox Bow County Park is one of 188 PDGA-listed courses in Indiana, and one of 1 in Elkhart itself. Across 9,480 ft the course fits 24 holes at par 72, which works out to around 395 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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Ox Bow County 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
Ox Bow County 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 Ox Bow County 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Ox Bow County Park
Elkhart, IN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Ox Bow County Park
More disc golf near Elkhart
Ox Bow County Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Elkhart, but Indiana has 188 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Indiana.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Ox Bow County Park?
Ox Bow County Park has 24 holes with a total par of 72. The course measures 9,480 ft, averaging about 395 feet per hole.
Is Ox Bow County Park free to play?
No. Ox Bow County Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Ox Bow County 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 Ox Bow County 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 Ox Bow County Park located?
Ox Bow County Park is in Elkhart, Indiana, at coordinates 41.62897, -85.90609. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Ox Bow County 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.