Rugby, North Dakota

Ellery Park Disc Golf Course

9 holesPar 272,799 ftBeginnerPrairie/OpenFree
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Ellery Park Disc Golf Course is a 9-hole disc golf course in Rugby, ND, playing to a par of 27 across 2,799 ft. It is rated beginner difficulty with wide open prairie fairways, and it is free to play. A full round takes most groups about 45 minutes. The course has been listed with the PDGA since 2019.
9
Holes
27
Par
2,799'
Length
Beginner
Difficulty
Free
Fee
2019
Listed

What is Ellery Park Disc Golf Course like?

Located in Rugby, Ellery Park Disc Golf Course is part of a North Dakota disc golf scene that now runs to 64 registered courses. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 2,799 ft, averaging roughly 311 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.

The terrain is prairie/open — wide open prairie fairways, which puts the emphasis on big arms and wind management. Exposed prairie layouts let you throw everything you have, but a crosswind will move a disc thirty feet off line before it lands.

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 Ellery Park Disc Golf Course?

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 Ellery Park Disc Golf Course

ParkingDisc Sales On-SiteMultiple Tee PadsWater Fountain

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 Ellery Park Disc Golf Course

Rugby, ND — free parking is listed for this course.

48.36731, -100.00418
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More disc golf near Rugby

Ellery Park Disc Golf Course is the only PDGA-listed course in Rugby, but North Dakota has 64 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in North Dakota.

Frequently asked questions

How many holes is Ellery Park Disc Golf Course?

Ellery Park Disc Golf Course has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,799 ft, averaging about 311 feet per hole.

Is Ellery Park Disc Golf Course free to play?

Yes. Ellery Park Disc Golf Course is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.

Is Ellery Park Disc Golf Course good for beginners?

Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with wide open prairie fairways and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.

How long does it take to play Ellery Park Disc Golf Course?

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 Ellery Park Disc Golf Course located?

Ellery Park Disc Golf Course is in Rugby, North Dakota, at coordinates 48.36731, -100.00418. Directions are linked on this page.

What discs should I bring to Ellery Park Disc Golf Course?

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.