What is Vanderyacht Park like?
Set in Ferndale, Vanderyacht Park has been on the PDGA course list since 1994. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 2,790 ft — an average of about 310 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
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 Vanderyacht Park?
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
Vanderyacht Park charges $3 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 Vanderyacht 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Vanderyacht Park
Ferndale, WA — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Vanderyacht Park
More disc golf near Ferndale
Vanderyacht Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Ferndale, but Washington has 134 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Washington.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Vanderyacht Park?
Vanderyacht Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,790 ft, averaging about 310 feet per hole.
Is Vanderyacht Park free to play?
No. Vanderyacht Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Vanderyacht 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 Vanderyacht 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 Vanderyacht Park located?
Vanderyacht Park is in Ferndale, Washington, at coordinates 48.85014, -122.58598. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Vanderyacht Park?
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.