What is Wildwood Park like?
Wildwood Park is one of 292 PDGA-listed courses in Iowa, and one of 4 in Ottumwa itself. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 3,906 ft — an average of about 217 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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Wildwood 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 Wildwood 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Wildwood Park
More disc golf in Ottumwa
Ottumwa has 4 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Park | 19 | Intermediate | $5 |
| Indian Hills Community College | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Franklin Park | 6 | Beginner | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Wildwood Park?
Wildwood Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,906 ft, averaging about 217 feet per hole.
Is Wildwood Park free to play?
Yes. Wildwood Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Wildwood 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 Wildwood 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 Wildwood Park located?
Wildwood Park is in Ottumwa, Iowa, at coordinates 41.00020, -92.45114. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Wildwood 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.