What is Olin College Disc Golf like?
Set in Needham, Olin College Disc Golf has been on the PDGA course list since 2009. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 2,529 ft — an average of about 281 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Olin College Disc Golf?
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 Olin College 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Olin College Disc Golf
Needham, MA — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Olin College Disc Golf
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Olin College Disc Golf is the only PDGA-listed course in Needham, but Massachusetts has 62 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Massachusetts.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Olin College Disc Golf?
Olin College Disc Golf has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,529 ft, averaging about 281 feet per hole.
Is Olin College Disc Golf free to play?
Yes. Olin College Disc Golf is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Olin College 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 Olin College Disc Golf?
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 Olin College Disc Golf located?
Olin College Disc Golf is in Needham, Massachusetts, at coordinates 42.29301, -71.26378. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Olin College Disc Golf?
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.