What is Bear Cave Park like?
Bear Cave Park is one of 343 PDGA-listed courses in Minnesota, and one of 2 in Stewartville itself. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 4,050 ft, averaging roughly 225 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Bear Cave Park?
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
Bear Cave Park 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 Bear Cave Park
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Bear Cave Park
Stewartville, MN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Bear Cave Park
More disc golf in Stewartville
Stewartville has 2 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Bear Cave Park?
Bear Cave Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,050 ft, averaging about 225 feet per hole.
Is Bear Cave Park free to play?
No. Bear Cave Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Bear Cave Park 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 Bear Cave Park?
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 Bear Cave Park located?
Bear Cave Park is in Stewartville, Minnesota, at coordinates 43.86033, -92.50123. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Bear Cave Park?
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.