What is Yellow Creek Park like?
Yellow Creek Park is one of 115 PDGA-listed courses in Kentucky, and one of 3 in Owensboro itself. The layout runs 27 holes to a par of 81 over 8,370 ft, averaging roughly 310 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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Yellow Creek 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
Yellow Creek 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 Yellow Creek 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Yellow Creek Park
Owensboro, KY — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Yellow Creek Park
More disc golf in Owensboro
Owensboro has 3 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panther Creek Park | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Diamond Lake Resort | 9 | Beginner | $5 |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Yellow Creek Park?
Yellow Creek Park has 27 holes with a total par of 81. The course measures 8,370 ft, averaging about 310 feet per hole.
Is Yellow Creek Park free to play?
No. Yellow Creek Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Yellow Creek 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 Yellow Creek Park?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 27 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Yellow Creek Park located?
Yellow Creek Park is in Owensboro, Kentucky, at coordinates 37.79992, -87.02682. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Yellow Creek 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.