What is Blue Valley of Kansas like?
Set in Overland Park, Blue Valley of Kansas has been on the PDGA course list since 1994. Across 3,870 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 215 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is wooded/hilly — wooded fairways with real elevation change, which puts the emphasis on shot shaping in three dimensions. Elevation compounds every mistake: an uphill approach plays longer than the sign says, and a downhill tee shot carries much further than expected.
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 Blue Valley of Kansas?
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. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Blue Valley of Kansas charges $3 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 Blue Valley of Kansas
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Blue Valley of Kansas
Overland Park, KS — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Blue Valley of Kansas
More disc golf near Overland Park
Blue Valley of Kansas is the only PDGA-listed course in Overland Park, but Kansas has 266 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Kansas.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Blue Valley of Kansas?
Blue Valley of Kansas has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,870 ft, averaging about 215 feet per hole.
Is Blue Valley of Kansas free to play?
No. Blue Valley of Kansas charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Blue Valley of Kansas 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 Blue Valley of Kansas?
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 Blue Valley of Kansas located?
Blue Valley of Kansas is in Overland Park, Kansas, at coordinates 38.83504, -94.65795. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Blue Valley of Kansas?
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.