What is Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park like?
Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park is one of 157 PDGA-listed courses in Tennessee, and one of 2 in Oak Ridge itself. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 2,916 ft, averaging roughly 324 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
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 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 Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood 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 Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park
Oak Ridge, TN.
Other disc golf courses near Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park
More disc golf in Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge has 2 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mounds at Groves Park | 27 | Advanced | $3 |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park?
Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,916 ft, averaging about 324 feet per hole.
Is Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park free to play?
Yes. Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood 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 Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood 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 Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park located?
Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood Park is in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, at coordinates 36.02091, -84.23752. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Secret City Disc Golf at Carl Yearwood 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.