What is Lost River State Park like?
Lost River State Park sits in Mathias, one of 1 course in the city and 70 across West Virginia. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 5,958 ft, averaging roughly 331 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 Lost River State 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
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 Lost River State 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Lost River State Park
More disc golf near Mathias
Lost River State Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Mathias, 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 Lost River State Park?
Lost River State Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,958 ft, averaging about 331 feet per hole.
Is Lost River State Park free to play?
Yes. Lost River State Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Lost River State 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 Lost River State 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 Lost River State Park located?
Lost River State Park is in Mathias, West Virginia, at coordinates 38.89582, -78.92370. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Lost River State 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.