Bluewater Bay has a new recreational amenity: its very first disc golf course.
The course sits on newly acquired community green space, once part of the former Lake Golf Course. This land—north of Bluewater Boulevard and once home to holes 1, 2, 3 and 9—is no longer used for golf and will remain protected from development. It was purchased by Bluewater citizens in 2024 as part of a 150-acre acquisition, most of which is still operated as an 18-hole golf course.
The idea for the disc golf course came in February when resident Steve Duresky approached the Preserve Bluewater Bay Board, which manages the land and golf course. The board unanimously approved, and the project quickly took flight.
Duresky and his wife, Sharon, sponsored the installation of the first nine professional-grade baskets, completed in July. “We always enjoyed the game and were just happy to give back to our wonderful community,” Duresky said.
He teamed up with Valparaiso resident Craig Hamilton, who has designed several other area courses. “Craig has been an amazing asset,” Duresky said. “I could not have done this without his vision, advice and sweat equity.”
The nine-hole course begins just behind the Bluewater Golf Course Clubhouse and plays clockwise. Players should note a longer walk between holes six and seven, including a short stretch along Bluewater Boulevard, though future baskets are planned to fill that gap.
Ultimately, the course could expand to 14 holes. Donations are being accepted for additional baskets (about $450 each), signage, markers and maintenance. Contributions may be dropped off at the Bluewater Bay Golf Course Clubhouse, designated for the Preserve Disc Golf Course.
“Disc golf is great family fun that requires no special skills or equipment,” Duresky said. A set of free “loaner” discs will soon be available at the start of the course.
Bluewater Bay residents and visitors are invited to give it a try, support its growth and enjoy a new way to play outdoors.
