1h 12m
Estimated time
Est. time
1.5mi
Estimated length
Est. length
Flat
Elevation
Elevation
Easy difficulty
Good conditions
About the course
beginner-friendly 18-hole course set in a flat, mixed-use city park just south of Houston. The layout is short but technical, featuring tight fairways, low ceilings, and a mix of lightly wooded and open shots that force you to stay controlled off the tee. Most holes play under 300 feet, making it very approachable for newer players while still requiring accuracy to score well.
The course flows through a shared park space near softball fields and walking areas, so awareness is important—especially during busy days or tournaments. Despite the shorter distances, the tree placement and shot shaping keep it interesting, with enough obstacles to challenge intermediate players.
Overall, Bates Park is a quick, fun round and a great spot to work on midrange and fairway control rather than pure distance. It’s cart-friendly, easy to navigate, and well-suited for casual rounds, practice sessions, or introducing new players to the game.
18 holes
Grass, Concrete Tees
Black Hole Pro Targets
Mixed use
Public park
Dogs allowed
Cart friendly
No drinking water available
Restroom available
Stroller friendly
Limited mobility/cane accessible
Mostly even grass
Established in 2020
Time your trip
Course traffic - Players usually spend 1 - 2 hours here.
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Location
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Time your trip
Course traffic - Players usually spend 1 - 2 hours here.
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Reviews
Show allUpkeep
4.5
Shot variety/design
3.7
Tee areas
4.7
Signage/wayfinding
4.5
Amenities
3.9
Scenery/views
3.7
Upcoming events
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Bates Park DGC?
How do I get to Bates Park DGC?
You can get directions to Bates Park DGC by clicking Get Directions, which will open your device's map application with the disc golf course location. The disc golf course is located at 29.158878628102002, -95.44371753931046 in Angleton, Texas.
Do I need to pay to play disc golf at Bates Park DGC?
Do I need to pay to play disc golf at Bates Park DGC?
Bates Park DGC is free to play! Just show up and enjoy the disc golf course.
What is the difficulty and length of Bates Park DGC?
What is the difficulty and length of Bates Park DGC?
Bates Park DGC has 18 disc golf holes and has a difficulty rating of "Easy". The typical disc golf round at Bates Park DGC takes about 1 hour and covers approximately 1.5 miles (2.5 km).
How highly rated is Bates Park DGC by the disc golf community?
How highly rated is Bates Park DGC by the disc golf community?
Bates Park DGC has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 477 community reviews. This is considered a very good course rating by the disc golf community.
What amenities are available at Bates Park DGC?
What amenities are available at Bates Park DGC?
Bates Park DGC offers the following amenities: 18 disc golf holes, restrooms, cart-friendly paths, pet-friendly areas, stroller-friendly paths.
When is the best time to play at Bates Park DGC?
When is the best time to play at Bates Park DGC?
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How can I record my disc golf round at Bates Park DGC?
How can I record my disc golf round at Bates Park DGC?
You can record your disc golf round using the UDisc mobile app. If on your phone, tap the "Start a Round" button at the bottom of this page to begin navigating Bates Park DGC and recording your disc golf round. The app provides GPS-enabled disc golf hole maps, scorekeeping, and statistics. Upgrade to UDisc Pro for advanced features like detailed statistics and course traffic information.