What is Alameda Park like?
Set in Alamogordo, Alameda Park has been on the PDGA course list since 2017. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 2,025 ft — an average of about 225 feet a hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is desert/open — open desert terrain, which puts the emphasis on distance with unforgiving rough. There is little to stop a disc once it lands, and the rough is genuinely rough, so accuracy is worth more than the open fairways suggest.
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 Alameda Park?
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. 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 Alameda 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Alameda Park
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Alameda Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Alamogordo, but New Mexico has 55 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in New Mexico.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Alameda Park?
Alameda Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,025 ft, averaging about 225 feet per hole.
Is Alameda Park free to play?
Yes. Alameda Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Alameda Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with open desert terrain and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Alameda 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 Alameda Park located?
Alameda Park is in Alamogordo, New Mexico, at coordinates 32.87518, -105.96254. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Alameda Park?
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.