What is HJ Carroll Park like?
HJ Carroll Park sits in Chimacum, one of 1 course in the city and 134 across Washington. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 1,989 ft, averaging roughly 221 feet per hole. That is short enough that a putter and a mid-range will cover most of the round.
The terrain is wooded/hilly — wooded fairways with real elevation change, which puts the emphasis on shot shaping in three dimensions. Elevation compounds every mistake: an uphill approach plays longer than the sign says, and a downhill tee shot carries much further than expected.
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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to HJ Carroll 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 HJ Carroll 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 HJ Carroll Park
More disc golf near Chimacum
HJ Carroll Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Chimacum, but Washington has 134 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Washington.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is HJ Carroll Park?
HJ Carroll Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 1,989 ft, averaging about 221 feet per hole.
Is HJ Carroll Park free to play?
Yes. HJ Carroll Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is HJ Carroll 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 HJ Carroll Park?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is HJ Carroll Park located?
HJ Carroll Park is in Chimacum, Washington, at coordinates 48.01826, -122.77511. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to HJ Carroll 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.