McClelland Park — Attraction in Joplin

DISC GOLF REVIEW: I never did come across the final boss of the 'Arachnid Woods' level of this disc golf course, because I couldn't make it through to hole 18, but every 8-legged foe along the way was a worthy adversary. I walked face first through (I'm not kidding) 19 spider webs - these Bois be gearing up for some war against mankind that I don't know about? I grew up in the absolute STICKS and this was my worst nightmare lol. The only thing worse than seeing a spider on you, is knowing you just desecrated one's home, but DON'T know if he made it onto your shoulder - I was worried the park rangers were gonna take me to wherever the loonies go because I likely looked like a crazy person boxing the air for 20 minutes straight!! If you are going to fight off Shelob and the Bois at this course, I recommend bringing a friend, extra discs, the Phial of Galadriel and whatever Elvish sword you can find. I'll be travelling back to The Shire after delivering the ring, NOT this disc...

I love this disc golf course, I do.The fact that folks generally take care of their park, and the city has continued to invest in collab with players on things like expansion make this a great place to play. And there are a ton of players here, leagues..its a great little local culture... However... annually I feel like the gnat and tick population is getting worse. We hold pdga events here every year and I think we should get this addressed soon before it affects things like attendance or participation...this is just my humble opinion. By all means if you're in town stop in! 27, with word on the grapevine we're expanding to 36! Several different ways to play the course and NO water hazards? Heck yes, its a good time! But uh...mind the bugs and come prepared with some protection. Found 5 about the size of a pen tip on us today just playing the back 9:/ been at home keenly inspecting every freckle, tickle and mole for the last half hour lol! #mcclellandsfun...

This is a great park!!! I call it Joplin's hidden gem!! There are great shade trees to relax under and comfy benches too!!!! There is a little kids area and big kids area for all sizes to enjoy playing but beware the parking area and drive separate the 2 so watch your little ones so they don't bolt across, and drivers please beware. It is also a great place to walk or run. There is a large covered pavilion with lots of picnic tables that would be great for any get-together. I did not drive down further into the park to see the other areas though. Lots and lots off open spaces for bubble blowing and flying kites!!! Kids also had their little bikes out there to practice riding and it was safe since it is not a high trafffic area. So load up your park day baskets and let your kiddos enjoy the great outdoors!!! Also, I like the fact that there are no large open bodies of water like a pond or lake....just for safety issue I have with little ones...