What is Little Creek Park like?
Little Creek Park sits in South Charleston, one of 1 course in the city and 70 across West Virginia. Across 6,012 ft the course fits 18 holes at par 54, which works out to around 334 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
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 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Little Creek 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
Little Creek 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 Little Creek 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Little Creek Park
South Charleston, WV — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Little Creek Park
More disc golf near South Charleston
Little Creek Park is the only PDGA-listed course in South Charleston, but West Virginia has 70 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in West Virginia.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Little Creek Park?
Little Creek Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,012 ft, averaging about 334 feet per hole.
Is Little Creek Park free to play?
No. Little Creek Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Little Creek 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 Little Creek 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 Little Creek Park located?
Little Creek Park is in South Charleston, West Virginia, at coordinates 38.34141, -81.72507. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Little Creek 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.