What is Heritage Park like?
Heritage Park is one of 292 PDGA-listed courses in Iowa, and one of 2 in Ankeny itself. It plays 21 holes, par 63, across 4,347 ft — an average of about 207 feet a hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is prairie/open — wide open prairie fairways, which puts the emphasis on big arms and wind management. Exposed prairie layouts let you throw everything you have, but a crosswind will move a disc thirty feet off line before it lands.
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 Heritage 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 Heritage 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Heritage Park
More disc golf in Ankeny
Ankeny has 2 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faith Baptist Bible College Disc Golf Course | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Heritage Park?
Heritage Park has 21 holes with a total par of 63. The course measures 4,347 ft, averaging about 207 feet per hole.
Is Heritage Park free to play?
Yes. Heritage Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Heritage 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 Heritage Park?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 21 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Heritage Park located?
Heritage Park is in Ankeny, Iowa, at coordinates 41.73328, -93.57178. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Heritage 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.