What is Vermilion Community College like?
Located in Ely, Vermilion Community College is part of a Minnesota disc golf scene that now runs to 343 registered courses. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 1,836 ft, averaging roughly 204 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
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 Vermilion Community College?
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
Vermilion Community College 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 Vermilion Community College
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Vermilion Community College
Ely, MN — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Vermilion Community College
More disc golf near Ely
Vermilion Community College is the only PDGA-listed course in Ely, but Minnesota has 343 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Minnesota.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Vermilion Community College?
Vermilion Community College has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 1,836 ft, averaging about 204 feet per hole.
Is Vermilion Community College free to play?
No. Vermilion Community College charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Vermilion Community College 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 Vermilion Community College?
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 Vermilion Community College located?
Vermilion Community College is in Ely, Minnesota, at coordinates 47.90529, -91.83797. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Vermilion Community College?
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.