What is Veterans Park like?
Veterans Park sits in McLoud, one of 2 courses in the city and 173 across Oklahoma. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 6,804 ft, averaging roughly 378 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
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 demanding overall, making it experienced players who want a real challenge. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist. 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 Veterans 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
Veterans 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 Veterans 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Veterans Park
McLoud, OK — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Veterans Park
More disc golf in McLoud
McLoud has 2 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kickapoo Community Disc Golf Course | 9 | Beginner | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Veterans Park?
Veterans Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,804 ft, averaging about 378 feet per hole.
Is Veterans Park free to play?
No. Veterans Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Veterans Park good for beginners?
It is rated advanced difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Length, tight lines, and unforgiving misses mean newer players should expect a long round. Play the shorter tees if they exist.
How long does it take to play Veterans 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 Veterans Park located?
Veterans Park is in McLoud, Oklahoma, at coordinates 35.43148, -97.09638. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Veterans 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.