Almost anyone can play disc golf. From kids to seniors, athletes to couch-lovers, the sport allows players to move at their own pace, and most courses easily accommodate a range of skill and experience levels.
All that’s truly required to play is one disc (though most players opt to carry several best suited for different distances). They’re inexpensive new, or can even be found for just a few dollars secondhand.
It’s no wonder participation has grown 86% since 2020, with more than 21 million rounds played last year. There are even more disc golf courses in the United States than Dunkin’ Donuts locations!
Amazingly, 7 of the top 100 courses in the country are in North Carolina, including the course ranked #15 in the world right in Cary.
- #6 in the US, #15 in the world: THE Diavolo DGC @ New Hope Park in Cary
- #23 in the US, #38 in the world: Neatman Creek in Germanton (2 hours from Raleigh)
- #33 in the US, #51 in the world: The Regulator at Rock Creek in Burlington (about 1 hour from Raleigh)
- #42 in the US, #65 in the world: Rolling Pines in Wilkesboro (2.5 hours from Raleigh)
- #44 in the US, #67 in the world: Sugaree in Newland (3.5 hours from Raleigh)
- #57 in the US, #84 in the world: North Cove Disc Golf: Boulders in Marion (3 hours and 40 minutes from Raleigh)
- #97 in the US: Ashe County Park in Jefferson (3 hours and 20 minutes from Raleigh. Read our piece on West Jefferson and make a weekend of it!)
In total, there are more than 25 courses across the Triangle.
Before You Head Out
Download the UDisc app, (App store or Google Play store) for easy scorekeeping, course maps, and more helpful tools.
Pick up some discs from a local retailer:
Another Round Disc Golf Raleigh — 5540 Atlantic Springs Road # 104
Play It Again Sports — 6325 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh; 446 Crossroads Blvd., Cary
Yeet Street Discs — 10970 Chapel Hill Road Suite 116, Morrisville
Remember to pack sunscreen and a water bottle. And most importantly, have fun!
