Elko New Market, Minnesota

Windrose Park

9 holesPar 273,348 ftBeginnerOpen/RollingFree
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Windrose Park is a 9-hole disc golf course in Elko New Market, MN, playing to a par of 27 across 3,348 ft. It is rated beginner difficulty with open fairways across rolling ground, and it is free to play. A full round takes most groups about 45 minutes. The course has been listed with the PDGA since 2007.
9
Holes
27
Par
3,348'
Length
Beginner
Difficulty
Free
Fee
2007
Listed

What is Windrose Park like?

Windrose Park is one of 343 PDGA-listed courses in Minnesota, and one of 1 in Elko New Market itself. Across 3,348 ft the course fits 9 holes at par 27, which works out to around 372 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.

The terrain is open/rolling — open fairways across rolling ground, which puts the emphasis on distance control and wind reading. With few trees to block it, wind becomes the main hazard, and the rolling ground means discs run out unpredictably after landing.

ThrowSpot rates the course forgiving overall, making it a good first course or a relaxed round. Shorter holes and open landing zones mean errant throws are usually recoverable, which is exactly what a newer player needs. 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 Windrose Park?

For a course like this, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers the majority of shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.

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. Because the fairways are open here, it is also worth checking 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 Windrose Park

RestroomsPicnic AreaPractice BasketDisc Sales On-SiteMultiple Tee Pads

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 Windrose Park

Elko New Market, MN.

44.55981, -93.30979
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More disc golf near Elko New Market

Windrose Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Elko New Market, but Minnesota has 343 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Minnesota.

Frequently asked questions

How many holes is Windrose Park?

Windrose Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,348 ft, averaging about 372 feet per hole.

Is Windrose Park free to play?

Yes. Windrose Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.

Is Windrose Park good for beginners?

Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with open fairways across rolling ground and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.

How long does it take to play Windrose 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 Windrose Park located?

Windrose Park is in Elko New Market, Minnesota, at coordinates 44.55981, -93.30979. Directions are linked on this page.

What discs should I bring to Windrose Park?

For this layout, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers most shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.