What is Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park like?
Located in Urbana, Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park is part of a Ohio disc golf scene that now runs to 270 registered courses. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 4,536 ft — an average of about 252 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded/hilly — wooded fairways with real elevation change, which puts the emphasis on shot shaping in three dimensions. Elevation compounds every mistake: an uphill approach plays longer than the sign says, and a downhill tee shot carries much further than expected.
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 Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park?
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
Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller 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 Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park
Urbana, OH.
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Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park?
Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,536 ft, averaging about 252 feet per hole.
Is Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park free to play?
No. Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller 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 Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller 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 Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park located?
Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park is in Urbana, Ohio, at coordinates 40.11662, -83.73571. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Urbana Hilltop Disc Golf at Melvin Miller Park?
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.