East Owenton, Kentucky

Owen County High School

9 holesPar 272,016 ftBeginnerWooded/HillyFree
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Owen County High School is a 9-hole disc golf course in East Owenton, KY, playing to a par of 27 across 2,016 ft. It is rated beginner difficulty with wooded fairways with real elevation change, and it is free to play. A full round takes most groups about 45 minutes. The course has been listed with the PDGA since 2023.
9
Holes
27
Par
2,016'
Length
Beginner
Difficulty
Free
Fee
2023
Listed

What is Owen County High School like?

Set in East Owenton, Owen County High School has been on the PDGA course list since 2023. Across 2,016 ft the course fits 9 holes at par 27, which works out to around 224 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 forgiving overall, making it a good first course or a relaxed round. Shorter holes and open landing zones mean errant throws are usually recoverable, which is exactly what a newer player needs. Most groups finish in about 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.

What discs should you bring to Owen County High School?

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

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 Owen County High School

ParkingMultiple Tee PadsPicnic AreaADA Accessible

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 Owen County High School

East Owenton, KY — free parking is listed for this course.

38.52960, -84.80873
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More disc golf near East Owenton

Owen County High School is the only PDGA-listed course in East Owenton, but Kentucky has 115 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Kentucky.

Frequently asked questions

How many holes is Owen County High School?

Owen County High School has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,016 ft, averaging about 224 feet per hole.

Is Owen County High School free to play?

Yes. Owen County High School is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.

Is Owen County High School good for beginners?

Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with wooded fairways with real elevation change and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.

How long does it take to play Owen County High School?

About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.

Where is Owen County High School located?

Owen County High School is in East Owenton, Kentucky, at coordinates 38.52960, -84.80873. Directions are linked on this page.

What discs should I bring to Owen County High School?

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.