What is Chippewa Banks like?
Set in Midland, Chippewa Banks has been on the PDGA course list since 1997. Across 6,210 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 345 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
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 Chippewa Banks?
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
Chippewa Banks charges $3 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 Chippewa Banks
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Chippewa Banks
More disc golf near Midland
Chippewa Banks is the only PDGA-listed course in Midland, but Michigan has 308 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Chippewa Banks?
Chippewa Banks has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,210 ft, averaging about 345 feet per hole.
Is Chippewa Banks free to play?
No. Chippewa Banks charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Chippewa Banks 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 Chippewa Banks?
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 Chippewa Banks located?
Chippewa Banks is in Midland, Michigan, at coordinates 43.60826, -84.25149. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Chippewa Banks?
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.