What is Carter Park like?
Located in Bowling Green, Carter Park is part of a Ohio disc golf scene that now runs to 270 registered courses. Across 3,708 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 206 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Carter 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. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Carter Park 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 Carter 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Carter Park
More disc golf near Bowling Green
Carter Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Bowling Green, but Ohio has 270 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Ohio.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Carter Park?
Carter Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,708 ft, averaging about 206 feet per hole.
Is Carter Park free to play?
No. Carter Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Carter Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with a mix of wooded and open holes and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Carter 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 Carter Park located?
Carter Park is in Bowling Green, Ohio, at coordinates 41.36845, -83.62226. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Carter 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.