What is Wildlife West Nature Park like?
Located in Edgewood, Wildlife West Nature Park is part of a New Mexico disc golf scene that now runs to 55 registered courses. Across 2,340 ft the course fits 9 holes at par 27, which works out to around 260 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
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 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 Wildlife West Nature 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 Wildlife West Nature 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Wildlife West Nature Park
More disc golf near Edgewood
Wildlife West Nature Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Edgewood, 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 Wildlife West Nature Park?
Wildlife West Nature Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,340 ft, averaging about 260 feet per hole.
Is Wildlife West Nature Park free to play?
Yes. Wildlife West Nature Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Wildlife West Nature Park 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 Wildlife West Nature 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 Wildlife West Nature Park located?
Wildlife West Nature Park is in Edgewood, New Mexico, at coordinates 35.06957, -106.20542. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Wildlife West Nature 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.