What is Hilltop Meadows like?
Hilltop Meadows is one of 308 PDGA-listed courses in Michigan, and one of 1 in Newberry itself. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 6,912 ft, averaging roughly 384 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
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 demanding overall, making it experienced players who want a real challenge. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist. 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 Hilltop Meadows?
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
Hilltop Meadows 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 Hilltop Meadows
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Hilltop Meadows
More disc golf near Newberry
Hilltop Meadows is the only PDGA-listed course in Newberry, but Michigan has 308 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Hilltop Meadows?
Hilltop Meadows has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,912 ft, averaging about 384 feet per hole.
Is Hilltop Meadows free to play?
No. Hilltop Meadows charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Hilltop Meadows good for beginners?
It is rated advanced difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist.
How long does it take to play Hilltop Meadows?
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 Hilltop Meadows located?
Hilltop Meadows is in Newberry, Michigan, at coordinates 46.35500, -85.50956. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Hilltop Meadows?
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.