What is Naval Surface Weapons Station like?
Naval Surface Weapons Station is one of 138 PDGA-listed courses in Virginia, and one of 1 in Dahlgren itself. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 4,806 ft — an average of about 267 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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Naval Surface Weapons Station?
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 Naval Surface Weapons Station
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Naval Surface Weapons Station
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Naval Surface Weapons Station is the only PDGA-listed course in Dahlgren, but Virginia has 138 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Virginia.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Naval Surface Weapons Station?
Naval Surface Weapons Station has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 4,806 ft, averaging about 267 feet per hole.
Is Naval Surface Weapons Station free to play?
Yes. Naval Surface Weapons Station is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Naval Surface Weapons Station 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 Naval Surface Weapons Station?
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 Naval Surface Weapons Station located?
Naval Surface Weapons Station is in Dahlgren, Virginia, at coordinates 38.32684, -77.03744. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Naval Surface Weapons Station?
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.