What is Clearwater Park like?
Set in Springfield, Clearwater Park has been on the PDGA course list since 1998. Across 2,412 ft the course fits 9 holes at par 27, which works out to around 268 feet per 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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Clearwater 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
Clearwater Park 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 Clearwater 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Clearwater Park
More disc golf near Springfield
Clearwater Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Springfield, but Oregon has 145 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Oregon.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Clearwater Park?
Clearwater Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,412 ft, averaging about 268 feet per hole.
Is Clearwater Park free to play?
No. Clearwater Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Clearwater 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 Clearwater Park?
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 Clearwater Park located?
Clearwater Park is in Springfield, Oregon, at coordinates 44.02557, -122.95680. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Clearwater 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.