What is Falling Creek Park - Red like?
Set in Bedford, Falling Creek Park - Red has been on the PDGA course list since 1997. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 5,310 ft, averaging roughly 295 feet per hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
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 Falling Creek Park - Red?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
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
Falling Creek Park - Red 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 Falling Creek Park - Red
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Falling Creek Park - Red
Bedford, VA — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Falling Creek Park - Red
More disc golf in Bedford
Bedford has 5 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford YMCA | 18 | Advanced | $3 |
| Falling Creek Park - Yellow | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Timber Ridge at Whorley Farm | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Venhorst Park | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Falling Creek Park - Red?
Falling Creek Park - Red has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,310 ft, averaging about 295 feet per hole.
Is Falling Creek Park - Red free to play?
No. Falling Creek Park - Red charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Falling Creek Park - Red 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 Falling Creek Park - Red?
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 Falling Creek Park - Red located?
Falling Creek Park - Red is in Bedford, Virginia, at coordinates 37.31078, -79.49914. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Falling Creek Park - Red?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.