What is Rose Point Park Campground like?
Rose Point Park Campground is one of 208 PDGA-listed courses in Pennsylvania, and one of 1 in New Castle itself. It plays 3 holes, par 9, across 657 ft — an average of about 219 feet a 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 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 Rose Point Park Campground?
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
Rose Point Park Campground 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 Rose Point Park Campground
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Rose Point Park Campground
More disc golf near New Castle
Rose Point Park Campground is the only PDGA-listed course in New Castle, but Pennsylvania has 208 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Pennsylvania.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Rose Point Park Campground?
Rose Point Park Campground has 3 holes with a total par of 9. The course measures 657 ft, averaging about 219 feet per hole.
Is Rose Point Park Campground free to play?
No. Rose Point Park Campground charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Rose Point Park Campground 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 Rose Point Park Campground?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 3 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Rose Point Park Campground located?
Rose Point Park Campground is in New Castle, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 40.97193, -80.18406. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Rose Point Park Campground?
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.