What is Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf like?
Set in West Bowdoin, Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf has been on the PDGA course list since 2018. Across 4,320 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 240 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 Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf?
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 Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Other disc golf courses near Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf
More disc golf near West Bowdoin
Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf is the only PDGA-listed course in West Bowdoin, but Maine has 75 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Maine.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf?
Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,320 ft, averaging about 240 feet per hole.
Is Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf free to play?
Yes. Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf 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 Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf?
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 Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf located?
Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf is in West Bowdoin, Maine, at coordinates 44.08896, -69.90615. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Mad Mountain Adventure Disc Golf?
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.