What is Crystal Lake Park like?
Crystal Lake Park is one of 350 PDGA-listed courses in Wisconsin, and one of 1 in Beaver Dam itself. It plays 18 holes, par 54, across 5,724 ft — an average of about 318 feet a hole. That is a comfortable middle distance where fairway drivers do most of the work.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
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 Crystal Lake 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
Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake 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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Crystal Lake Park
More disc golf near Beaver Dam
Crystal Lake Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Beaver Dam, but Wisconsin has 350 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Wisconsin.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Crystal Lake Park?
Crystal Lake Park has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 5,724 ft, averaging about 318 feet per hole.
Is Crystal Lake Park free to play?
No. Crystal Lake Park charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake Park located?
Crystal Lake Park is in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, at coordinates 43.45704, -88.80349. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Crystal Lake 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.