What is Archusa Creek Water Park like?
Archusa Creek Water Park is one of 95 PDGA-listed courses in Mississippi, and one of 2 in Quitman itself. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 4,608 ft, averaging roughly 256 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded/flat — 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 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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Archusa Creek Water 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 Archusa Creek Water 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Other disc golf courses near Archusa Creek Water Park
More disc golf in Quitman
Quitman has 2 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towering Pines in Clarkco State Park | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Archusa Creek Water Park?
Archusa Creek Water Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,608 ft, averaging about 256 feet per hole.
Is Archusa Creek Water Park free to play?
Yes. Archusa Creek Water Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Archusa Creek Water Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with a mix of wooded and open holes and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Archusa Creek Water Park?
About 110 minutes for a typical group on 18 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Archusa Creek Water Park located?
Archusa Creek Water Park is in Quitman, Mississippi, at coordinates 32.02015, -88.72838. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Archusa Creek Water 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.