What is Glooscap Trail like?
Glooscap Trail is one of 270 PDGA-listed courses in Ohio, and one of 1 in Heath itself. It plays 22 holes, par 66, across 7,590 ft — an average of about 345 feet a hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Glooscap Trail?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
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
Glooscap Trail 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 Glooscap Trail
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Glooscap Trail
More disc golf near Heath
Glooscap Trail is the only PDGA-listed course in Heath, but Ohio has 270 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Ohio.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Glooscap Trail?
Glooscap Trail has 22 holes with a total par of 66. The course measures 7,590 ft, averaging about 345 feet per hole.
Is Glooscap Trail free to play?
No. Glooscap Trail charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Glooscap Trail 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 Glooscap Trail?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 22 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Glooscap Trail located?
Glooscap Trail is in Heath, Ohio, at coordinates 40.04062, -82.42862. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Glooscap Trail?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.