What is Vastwood Park like?
Set in Hawesville, Vastwood Park has been on the PDGA course list since 1993. Across 5,670 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 315 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
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 Vastwood Park?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
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 Vastwood 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Vastwood Park
Hawesville, KY — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Vastwood Park
More disc golf near Hawesville
Vastwood Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Hawesville, but Kentucky has 115 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Kentucky.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Vastwood Park?
Vastwood Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,670 ft, averaging about 315 feet per hole.
Is Vastwood Park free to play?
Yes. Vastwood Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Vastwood 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 Vastwood 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 Vastwood Park located?
Vastwood Park is in Hawesville, Kentucky, at coordinates 37.90654, -86.79124. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Vastwood Park?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.