What is Mill Creek Park like?
Located in Chatfield, Mill Creek Park is part of a Minnesota disc golf scene that now runs to 343 registered courses. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 3,384 ft — an average of about 376 feet a 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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Mill Creek Park?
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
Mill Creek Park 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 Mill Creek 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Mill Creek Park
Chatfield, MN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Mill Creek Park
More disc golf near Chatfield
Mill Creek Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Chatfield, but Minnesota has 343 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Minnesota.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Mill Creek Park?
Mill Creek Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,384 ft, averaging about 376 feet per hole.
Is Mill Creek Park free to play?
No. Mill Creek Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek Park?
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 Mill Creek Park located?
Mill Creek Park is in Chatfield, Minnesota, at coordinates 43.84572, -92.19477. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Mill Creek Park?
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.