Gaffney’s Grove Disc Golf Course

Gaffney’s Grove Disc Golf Course in Maple Valley

Gaffney’s Grove is a tight, technical course set in the Lake Wilderness Park area of Maple Valley. Local volunteers shaped the fairways through second-growth trees, kept the rough in check, and added clear wayfinding. The loop feels calm and focused. You will throw control shots, shape lines under a low canopy, and putt on smaller greens. It is a popular stop for leagues and a steady place to build touch. Play is free and open to the public.

Gaffney’s Grove Disc Golf Course Fast Facts

• Location 22500 SE 248th St, Maple Valley WA 98038

• Setting Dedicated disc golf space within the park

• Holes 18

• Par 54

• Length Common layout about 5,000–6,000 feet, short to mid length holes

• Tees Concrete

• Baskets Mach V

• Terrain Mostly wooded, narrow fairways, low ceilings

• Access Public, cart friendly, dogs allowed

• On-site Restroom available, no drinking water listed

Gaffney’s Grove Disc Golf Course Overview

Gaffney’s Grove rewards accuracy more than power. Reviews describe short to medium distances with fair but tight lanes. Many tee shots ask for a straight midrange or gentle forehand. Miss the gap and you will scramble for par from chips around trunks and brush. Greens tend to be compact. Long putts can catch edges and roll, so soft landings help.

Routing moves well through the timber. Concrete pads give solid footing. Signs and next-tee markers keep groups flowing even on first visits. There are very few wide-open drives. Players who enjoy shaping shots will like how often the course asks for a flat release, a slow turn, or a late fade. Local doubles meetups and small events appear often on UDisc and DiscGolfScene. 

Hole-by-Hole Highlights

• Early stretch Short technical openers help you find the speed and angle that hold center. A couple of right-moving lanes favor a forehand or a steady turnover. 

• Middle of the round The tightest corridors live here. Low branches create a ceiling that forces flat releases. Placement off the tee matters more than distance. 

• Late holes A few fairways open slightly, yet guarded greens keep scoring honest. Expect one longer par-3 in the 350 range and many birdie looks around 220. 

• Finish A controlled drive to a protected basket brings the loop back toward parking and league boards. 

Amenities & Practice at Gaffney’s Grove Disc Golf Course

The course has concrete pads and permanent baskets. A restroom is available at the park. There is no drinking water listed on UDisc, so bring a bottle. The property is cart friendly and allows dogs. A small warm-up area near the start works for putting before you tee. 

Food & Beverage

None of the linked sources list on-site concessions. Maple Valley shops and cafés are a short drive from Lake Wilderness Park.

Rates / Booking / Local Tips

Play is free. No tee times are posted on the linked listings. Weekend mornings can be active when leagues run Sunday doubles. Check UDisc league pages or DiscGolfScene events if you want a quiet window. Bring bright plastic in summer when understory grows in. Choose stable mids and putters for straight flights under the canopy. 

Final Word on Gaffney’s Grove Disc Golf Course

If you like woods golf that values control and creativity, Gaffney’s Grove is worth the stop. The lines are honest. The pads are solid. The walk is calm. Come ready to hit gaps and you will leave wanting another loop.

This disc golf course is one of many listed in the Washington Golf Directory, where we’re mapping out traditional golf courses, disc golf layouts, and driving ranges across the Evergreen State. Whether you’re a new player or a seasoned thrower, we believe every course in Washington has a story worth sharing.