What is Earlewood Park like?
Earlewood Park sits in Columbia, one of 7 courses in the city and 125 across South Carolina. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 5,454 ft, averaging roughly 303 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
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 Earlewood 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
Earlewood 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 Earlewood 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Earlewood Park
Columbia, SC — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Earlewood Park
More disc golf in Columbia
Columbia has 7 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owens Field Park | 21 | Intermediate | Free |
| Buck Forest Disc Golf Course | 18 | Beginner | Free |
| Columbia International University | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| South East Park | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Seven Oaks Disc Golf Course | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Columbia Hall Practice Area | 1 | Intermediate | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Earlewood Park?
Earlewood Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,454 ft, averaging about 303 feet per hole.
Is Earlewood Park free to play?
No. Earlewood Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Earlewood 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 Earlewood 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 Earlewood Park located?
Earlewood Park is in Columbia, South Carolina, at coordinates 34.02737, -81.04363. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Earlewood 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.