What is Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake like?
Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake is one of 308 PDGA-listed courses in Michigan, and one of 1 in Hillsdale itself. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 3,438 ft, averaging roughly 382 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
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 Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake?
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
Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake 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 Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake
More disc golf near Hillsdale
Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake is the only PDGA-listed course in Hillsdale, but Michigan has 308 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake?
Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,438 ft, averaging about 382 feet per hole.
Is Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake free to play?
No. Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake 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 Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake?
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 Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake located?
Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake is in Hillsdale, Michigan, at coordinates 41.90510, -84.61631. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Owen Park at Baw Beese Lake?
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.