Course photo
Across the water shot on hole 2Hole #21 fairway
Photo thanks to Fred SalazY gapCourse photo
2h 52m

Est. time

3.4mi

Est. length

Extremely hilly

Elevation

Very hard difficulty

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#24 in the world
2025
Good conditions
22 hours ago

About the course

Idlewild is a pro level course that will challenge any golfer. One of the toughest courses in the world. DGPT course since 2017.
24 holes
Concrete Tees
Veteran Targets
Mixed use
Public park
Dogs allowed
Cart friendly
Drinking water available
Restroom available
Not stroller friendly

Not recommended for individuals with limited mobility

Established in 2000

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Course traffic - Players usually spend 2 - 4 hours here.

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Upkeep
4.7
Shot variety/design
4.9
Tee areas
4.7
Signage/wayfinding
4.0
Amenities
4.2
Scenery/views
4.7
cntbg23

@cntbg23

369

Incredible park course that makes the most of its space. Supreme work done. What it lacks in magic it makes up for with design, maintenance, and ease of play. Top 25 well earned!! Just a heads up bring your bag. It’s a beast from every layout!!

After playing Original 18
jordankennison

@jordankennison

250

Very long. Very challenging. Incredibly well maintained! Lives up to the hype.

After playing 2025 LWS Open - MPO

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Idlewild?
You can get directions to Idlewild 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 39.038177, -84.736191 in Burlington, Kentucky.
Do I need to pay to play disc golf at Idlewild?
Idlewild is free to play! Just show up and enjoy the disc golf course.
What is the difficulty and length of Idlewild?
Idlewild has 24 disc golf holes and has a difficulty rating of "Very Hard". The typical disc golf round at Idlewild takes about 3 hours and covers approximately 3.4 miles (5.5 km).
How highly rated is Idlewild by the disc golf community?
Idlewild has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7390 community reviews. This is considered an excellent course rating by the disc golf community.
What amenities are available at Idlewild?
Idlewild offers the following amenities: 24 disc golf holes, restrooms, drinking water, cart-friendly paths, pet-friendly areas.
When is the best time to play at Idlewild?
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How can I track my disc golf round at Idlewild?
You can track your disc golf round using the UDisc mobile app. If on your phone, click the "Start a Round" button at the bottom of this page to begin navigating Idlewild and tracking your disc golf round. The app provides GPS-enabled disc golf hole maps, scorekeeping, and stats tracking. Upgrade to UDisc Pro for advanced features like detailed statistics and course traffic information.