What is Spring Heights Educational Center like?
Located in Spencer, Spring Heights Educational Center is part of a West Virginia disc golf scene that now runs to 70 registered courses. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 2,340 ft — an average of about 260 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
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 Spring Heights Educational Center?
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
Spring Heights Educational Center 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 Spring Heights Educational Center
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Spring Heights Educational Center
More disc golf in Spencer
Spencer has 2 PDGA-listed courses. Others worth a round:
| Course | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountaineer Disc Golf Course | 18 | Advanced | Free |
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Spring Heights Educational Center?
Spring Heights Educational Center has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 2,340 ft, averaging about 260 feet per hole.
Is Spring Heights Educational Center free to play?
No. Spring Heights Educational Center charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Spring Heights Educational Center 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 Spring Heights Educational Center?
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 Spring Heights Educational Center located?
Spring Heights Educational Center is in Spencer, West Virginia, at coordinates 38.85455, -81.33702. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Spring Heights Educational Center?
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.