What is Pleasant Grove Park like?
Located in Palmyra, Pleasant Grove Park is part of a Virginia disc golf scene that now runs to 138 registered courses. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 5,292 ft, averaging roughly 294 feet per 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 forgiving overall, making it a good first course or a relaxed round. Shorter holes and open landing zones mean errant throws are usually recoverable, which is exactly what a newer player needs. 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 Pleasant Grove 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 Pleasant Grove 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Pleasant Grove Park
More disc golf near Palmyra
Pleasant Grove Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Palmyra, but Virginia has 138 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Virginia.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Pleasant Grove Park?
Pleasant Grove Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,292 ft, averaging about 294 feet per hole.
Is Pleasant Grove Park free to play?
Yes. Pleasant Grove Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Pleasant Grove Park good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with tight tree-lined fairways and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Pleasant Grove 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 Pleasant Grove Park located?
Pleasant Grove Park is in Palmyra, Virginia, at coordinates 37.86057, -78.27091. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Pleasant Grove 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.