La Center, Washington

Paradise Point State Park

9 holesPar 271,980 ftBeginnerWooded/Hilly$5
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Paradise Point State Park is a 9-hole disc golf course in La Center, WA, playing to a par of 27 across 1,980 ft. It is rated beginner difficulty with wooded fairways with real elevation change, and costs $5 to play. A full round takes most groups about 45 minutes. The course has been listed with the PDGA since 2010.
9
Holes
27
Par
1,980'
Length
Beginner
Difficulty
$5
Fee
2010
Listed

What is Paradise Point State Park like?

Paradise Point State Park sits in La Center, one of 1 course in the city and 134 across Washington. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 1,980 ft, averaging roughly 220 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 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 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.

What discs should you bring to Paradise Point State 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

Paradise Point State Park 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 Paradise Point State Park

ADA AccessibleDisc Sales On-SiteMultiple Tee PadsTee SignsWater Fountain

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 Paradise Point State Park

La Center, WA.

45.86532, -122.70433
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More disc golf near La Center

Paradise Point State Park is the only PDGA-listed course in La Center, but Washington has 134 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Washington.

Frequently asked questions

How many holes is Paradise Point State Park?

Paradise Point State Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 1,980 ft, averaging about 220 feet per hole.

Is Paradise Point State Park free to play?

No. Paradise Point State Park charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.

Is Paradise Point State Park good for beginners?

Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with wooded fairways with real elevation change and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.

How long does it take to play Paradise Point State 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 Paradise Point State Park located?

Paradise Point State Park is in La Center, Washington, at coordinates 45.86532, -122.70433. Directions are linked on this page.

What discs should I bring to Paradise Point State 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.