What is Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course like?
Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course is one of 55 PDGA-listed courses in New Mexico, and one of 1 in Portales itself. It plays 20 holes, par 60, across 4,500 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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course?
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
Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course 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 Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course
More disc golf near Portales
Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course is the only PDGA-listed course in Portales, 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 Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course?
Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course has 20 holes with a total par of 60. The course measures 4,500 ft, averaging about 225 feet per hole.
Is Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course free to play?
No. Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course 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 Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 20 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course located?
Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course is in Portales, New Mexico, at coordinates 34.18619, -103.33440. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Wind Gardens Disc Golf Course?
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.