What is Cal Young Park like?
Cal Young Park is one of 472 PDGA-listed courses in Texas, and one of 4 in Abilene itself. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 5,724 ft, averaging roughly 318 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is open/rolling — open fairways across rolling ground, which puts the emphasis on distance control and wind reading. With few trees to block it, wind becomes the main hazard, and the rolling ground means discs run out unpredictably after landing.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Cal Young Park?
For a course like this, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers the majority of shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.
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. Because the fairways are open here, it is also worth checking 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 Cal Young 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Other disc golf courses near Cal Young Park
More disc golf in Abilene
Abilene has 4 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Park | 18 | Intermediate | $3 |
| Will Hair Park | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| ACU Wildcat Disc Golf | 9 | Intermediate | $5 |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Cal Young Park?
Cal Young Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,724 ft, averaging about 318 feet per hole.
Is Cal Young Park free to play?
Yes. Cal Young Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Cal Young 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 Cal Young 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 Cal Young Park located?
Cal Young Park is in Abilene, Texas, at coordinates 32.44024, -99.71316. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Cal Young Park?
For this layout, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers most shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.