What is Giants Ridge like?
Giants Ridge is one of 343 PDGA-listed courses in Minnesota, and one of 1 in Biwabik itself. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 6,408 ft — an average of about 356 feet a 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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Giants Ridge?
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
Giants Ridge 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 Giants Ridge
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Giants Ridge
Biwabik, MN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Giants Ridge
More disc golf near Biwabik
Giants Ridge is the only PDGA-listed course in Biwabik, but Minnesota has 343 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Minnesota.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Giants Ridge?
Giants Ridge has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,408 ft, averaging about 356 feet per hole.
Is Giants Ridge free to play?
No. Giants Ridge charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Giants Ridge 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 Giants Ridge?
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 Giants Ridge located?
Giants Ridge is in Biwabik, Minnesota, at coordinates 47.54121, -92.29127. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Giants Ridge?
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.