What is River Oaks Park like?
Located in Big Lake, River Oaks Park is part of a Minnesota disc golf scene that now runs to 343 registered courses. The layout runs 12 holes to a par of 36 over 3,528 ft, averaging roughly 294 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
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 75 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to River Oaks 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
River Oaks 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 River Oaks 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 River Oaks Park
Big Lake, MN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near River Oaks Park
More disc golf in Big Lake
Big Lake has 2 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Woods | 6 | Beginner | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is River Oaks Park?
River Oaks Park has 12 holes with a total par of 36. The course measures 3,528 ft, averaging about 294 feet per hole.
Is River Oaks Park free to play?
No. River Oaks Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is River Oaks 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 River Oaks Park?
About 75 minutes for a typical group on 12 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is River Oaks Park located?
River Oaks Park is in Big Lake, Minnesota, at coordinates 45.35747, -93.74246. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to River Oaks 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.