What is Lovers Lane Park like?
Set in Bowling Green, Lovers Lane Park has been on the PDGA course list since 2002. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 4,086 ft, averaging roughly 227 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 Lovers Lane 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. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Lovers Lane 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 Lovers Lane 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Lovers Lane Park
Bowling Green, KY — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Lovers Lane Park
More disc golf in Bowling Green
Bowling Green has 11 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basil Griffin Park | 18 | Beginner | Free |
| Ephram White Park | 18 | Beginner | Free |
| Hobson Grove Park - Original | 18 | Beginner | $5 |
| Kereiakes Park | 18 | Intermediate | $5 |
| Preston Miller Water Park | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| SKYCTC Disc Golf Course | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| The Combat Course at Hobson Grove | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| The Tony Walker Financial Disc Golf Course at Buchanon Park | 18 | Beginner | $5 |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Lovers Lane Park?
Lovers Lane Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,086 ft, averaging about 227 feet per hole.
Is Lovers Lane Park free to play?
No. Lovers Lane Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Lovers Lane 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 Lovers Lane 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 Lovers Lane Park located?
Lovers Lane Park is in Bowling Green, Kentucky, at coordinates 36.97309, -86.40671. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Lovers Lane 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.