Nelson, Nebraska

Harbine Park

9 holesPar 272,169 ftBeginnerPrairie/Open$5
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Harbine Park is a 9-hole disc golf course in Nelson, NE, playing to a par of 27 across 2,169 ft. It is rated beginner difficulty with wide open prairie fairways, and costs $5 to play. A full round takes most groups about 45 minutes. The course has been listed with the PDGA since 2018.
9
Holes
27
Par
2,169'
Length
Beginner
Difficulty
$5
Fee
2018
Listed

What is Harbine Park like?

Harbine Park sits in Nelson, one of 1 course in the city and 110 across Nebraska. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 2,169 ft — an average of about 241 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.

The terrain is prairie/open — wide open prairie fairways, which puts the emphasis on big arms and wind management. Exposed prairie layouts let you throw everything you have, but a crosswind will move a disc thirty feet off line before it lands.

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 Harbine 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

Harbine 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 Harbine Park

Multiple Tee PadsPicnic AreaBenchesDisc Sales On-Site

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 Harbine Park

Nelson, NE.

40.19661, -98.07141
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More disc golf near Nelson

Harbine Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Nelson, but Nebraska has 110 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Nebraska.

Frequently asked questions

How many holes is Harbine Park?

Harbine Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,169 ft, averaging about 241 feet per hole.

Is Harbine Park free to play?

No. Harbine Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.

Is Harbine Park good for beginners?

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

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

Harbine Park is in Nelson, Nebraska, at coordinates 40.19661, -98.07141. Directions are linked on this page.

What discs should I bring to Harbine 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.