The disc golf course is one of the oldest and most established layouts in the Richmond metropolitan area.
The park's topography utilizes the natural bowl-like geography created by the surrounding topography of the East End.
The BMX track is a regulation-length dirt facility designed for organized racing rather than just informal riding.
The site acts as a major drainage point for the surrounding area, which occasionally affects course conditions after heavy rainfall.
Gillies Creek Park is a 40-acre municipal recreation area in Richmond, Virginia, anchored by a prominent disc golf course and a dedicated BMX racing track. The facility features a multi-loop disc golf layout that navigates through varied wooded and open terrain. The BMX track is maintained for competitive and recreational racing, often hosting local sanctioned events. The park landscape incorporates a mix of athletic facilities, wooded trails, and open fields. It serves as a central hub for Richmond’s extreme sports community while providing general green space. The park is managed by the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities.
The elevated tee area overlooking the main disc golf fairway provides a sweeping view of the course layout.
Check local disc golf club social media pages for active tournaments, as these can restrict access to portions of the course.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear, as the disc golf course includes significant elevation changes and uneven, wooded terrain.
Bring insect repellent during the summer months, as the wooded sections near the creek can be damp.
Do not attempt to walk the disc golf course immediately after heavy rain, as the low-lying areas near the creek become muddy and slick.
The BMX track may close periodically for track maintenance or during sanctioned racing events.
Yield to active BMX riders on the track and allow faster disc golf groups to play through.
