What is Emerald Isle Woods like?
Emerald Isle Woods is one of 279 PDGA-listed courses in North Carolina, and one of 1 in Emerald Isle itself. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 2,142 ft — an average of about 238 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
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 Emerald Isle Woods?
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. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Emerald Isle Woods charges $3 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 Emerald Isle Woods
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Emerald Isle Woods
Emerald Isle, NC — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Emerald Isle Woods
More disc golf near Emerald Isle
Emerald Isle Woods is the only PDGA-listed course in Emerald Isle, but North Carolina has 279 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in North Carolina.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Emerald Isle Woods?
Emerald Isle Woods has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,142 ft, averaging about 238 feet per hole.
Is Emerald Isle Woods free to play?
No. Emerald Isle Woods charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Emerald Isle Woods 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 Emerald Isle Woods?
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 Emerald Isle Woods located?
Emerald Isle Woods is in Emerald Isle, North Carolina, at coordinates 34.66138, -77.06794. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Emerald Isle Woods?
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.