What is New Hanover Community Park like?
New Hanover Community Park sits in Gilbertsville, one of 1 course in the city and 208 across Pennsylvania. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 2,016 ft, averaging roughly 224 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
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 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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to New Hanover Community 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
This course is free to play, like the majority of the 7,008 courses in the ThrowSpot directory. There is no booking system and no check-in — turn up and play. 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 New Hanover Community 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 New Hanover Community Park
Gilbertsville, PA — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near New Hanover Community Park
More disc golf near Gilbertsville
New Hanover Community Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Gilbertsville, but Pennsylvania has 208 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Pennsylvania.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is New Hanover Community Park?
New Hanover Community Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,016 ft, averaging about 224 feet per hole.
Is New Hanover Community Park free to play?
Yes. New Hanover Community Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is New Hanover Community Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with wooded fairways with real elevation change and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play New Hanover Community 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 New Hanover Community Park located?
New Hanover Community Park is in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 40.29763, -75.59752. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to New Hanover Community 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.