What is Riverfront Regional Park like?
Located in Fridley, Riverfront Regional Park is part of a Minnesota disc golf scene that now runs to 343 registered courses. It plays 13 holes, par 39, across 3,237 ft — an average of about 249 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Riverfront Regional 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
This course is free to play, like the majority of the 7,008 courses in the ThrowSpot directory. There is no booking system and no check-in — turn up and play. 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 Riverfront Regional 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Riverfront Regional Park
Fridley, MN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Riverfront Regional Park
More disc golf in Fridley
Fridley has 3 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fridley High School Disc Golf Course | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
| Fridley Middle School Disc Golf Course | 9 | Intermediate | $5 |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Riverfront Regional Park?
Riverfront Regional Park has 13 holes with a total par of 39. The course measures 3,237 ft, averaging about 249 feet per hole.
Is Riverfront Regional Park free to play?
Yes. Riverfront Regional Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Riverfront Regional 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 Riverfront Regional Park?
About 110 minutes for a typical group on 13 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Riverfront Regional Park located?
Riverfront Regional Park is in Fridley, Minnesota, at coordinates 45.05566, -93.28083. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Riverfront Regional 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.