What is Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park like?
Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park is one of 139 PDGA-listed courses in New York, and one of 1 in South Wales itself. Across 3,618 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 201 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is open/rolling — open fairways across rolling ground, which puts the emphasis on distance control and wind reading. With few trees to block it, wind becomes the main hazard, and the rolling ground means discs run out unpredictably after landing.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery 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 Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park
South Wales, NY — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park
More disc golf near South Wales
Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park is the only PDGA-listed course in South Wales, but New York has 139 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in New York.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park?
Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,618 ft, averaging about 201 feet per hole.
Is Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park free to play?
Yes. Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery 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 Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery 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 Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park located?
Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery Park is in South Wales, New York, at coordinates 42.71496, -78.59726. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Black Diamond Disc Golf Course at Emery 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.