What is Riverview Park like?
Set in Marshalltown, Riverview Park has been on the PDGA course list since 2002. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 3,672 ft — an average of about 204 feet a hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is open/rolling — open fairways across rolling ground, which puts the emphasis on distance control and wind reading. With few trees to block it, wind becomes the main hazard, and the rolling ground means discs run out unpredictably after landing.
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 Riverview 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 Riverview 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Riverview Park
Marshalltown, IA — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Riverview Park
More disc golf near Marshalltown
Riverview Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Marshalltown, but Iowa has 292 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Iowa.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Riverview Park?
Riverview Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,672 ft, averaging about 204 feet per hole.
Is Riverview Park free to play?
Yes. Riverview Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Riverview 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 Riverview 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 Riverview Park located?
Riverview Park is in Marshalltown, Iowa, at coordinates 42.06327, -92.90474. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Riverview 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.