What is Creekside Park like?
Located in Salt Lake City, Creekside Park is part of a Utah disc golf scene that now runs to 78 registered courses. It plays 21 holes, par 63, across 6,699 ft — an average of about 319 feet a 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 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 150 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Creekside 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 Creekside 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Creekside Park
Salt Lake City, UT — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Creekside Park
More disc golf in Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City has 5 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmont Park Disc Golf Course | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Roots Disc Golf Course | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| The Portal at Rose Park Golf Course | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Valley Regional Park Disc Golf Course | 18 | Intermediate | $3 |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Creekside Park?
Creekside Park has 21 holes with a total par of 63. The course measures 6,699 ft, averaging about 319 feet per hole.
Is Creekside Park free to play?
Yes. Creekside Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Creekside 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 Creekside Park?
About 150 minutes for a typical group on 21 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Creekside Park located?
Creekside Park is in Salt Lake City, Utah, at coordinates 40.77212, -111.88779. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Creekside 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.