What is Road Apple Disc Golf Course like?
Set in Cambridge Springs, Road Apple Disc Golf Course has been on the PDGA course list since 1994. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 3,762 ft, averaging roughly 209 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 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 Road Apple Disc Golf Course?
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 Road Apple Disc Golf Course
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Road Apple Disc Golf Course
Cambridge Springs, PA — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Road Apple Disc Golf Course
More disc golf near Cambridge Springs
Road Apple Disc Golf Course is the only PDGA-listed course in Cambridge Springs, but Pennsylvania has 208 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Pennsylvania.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Road Apple Disc Golf Course?
Road Apple Disc Golf Course has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 3,762 ft, averaging about 209 feet per hole.
Is Road Apple Disc Golf Course free to play?
Yes. Road Apple Disc Golf Course is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Road Apple Disc Golf Course 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 Road Apple Disc Golf Course?
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 Road Apple Disc Golf Course located?
Road Apple Disc Golf Course is in Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 41.80367, -80.05644. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Road Apple Disc Golf Course?
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.