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14 Best Disc Golf Courses in Austin, TX

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Jun 21st, 2024

Looking to hone your game? Starting from scratch? Need to work on your putts?

Austin is covered with disc golf courses of all kinds, and there’s sure to be one within a few miles wherever you find yourself. Here are some of the more popular ones in Austin today!

14 great disc golf parks around Austin

Bartholomew District Park Disc Golf Course

Holes: 18

Difficulty: moderate

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free

Disc with a slice of history at Bartholomew District Park, the oldest continually operating disc golf course in Texas! Located just north of Mueller, this course offers a mix of open and wooded holes, making it friendly for beginners while still challenging seasoned players. 

Keep an eye out for the park's historic features while you navigate the course!

Zilker Metropolitan Park

Holes: 18

Difficulty: moderate

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free (parking is $7 on weekends)

Zilker Park's disc golf course is a beloved Austin classic. Nestled amidst the downtown park's hustle and bustle, this 18-hole course features a good balance of open fairways and wooded challenges. It's perfect for a casual round with friends or a solo session to soak in the downtown Austin vibes.

Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park

Holes: 18

Difficulty: moderate

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free

Head south for some scenic disc golf at the Mary Moore Searight Metropolitan Park. This course winds its way through rolling hills and wooded terrain, offering stunning views of the surrounding area. 

With a moderate difficulty level and a good amount of tight spots, it's a great choice for players looking for a beautiful and engaging round, no matter your skill level!

Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park

Holes: 18

Difficulty: challenging – very challenging

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free

Looking for a technical challenge? Head to Circle C Ranch Metropolitan Park! 

This course boasts strategically placed trees, water hazards and demanding elevation changes. While not for the faint of heart, it offers a rewarding experience for experienced players who can navigate its tricky sections.

Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metropolitan Park

Holes: 18

Difficulty: challenging – very challenging 

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free

Be wowed by the breathtaking Colorado River views at Roy G. Guerrero Park on a course that takes you through a mix of open fields and wooded areas, offering a good variety of play. Near Austin’s south shore and right along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail around Lady Bird Lake, this stunning park is known for its moderate to challenging difficulty, making it ideal for players looking to test their skills while enjoying the scenery. 

Lil G

Holes: 9

Difficulty: moderate

Dogs allowed: yes, on-leash only

Cost: free

As per the name, Lil G is a mini disc golf course that’s perfect for honing your putting and accuracy skills. 

Opened just this year, this compact 9-hole course adjacent to the Roy G. Guerrero course provides a fun and casual disc golf experience amidst the lush greenery of Zilker Park. It's a great choice for families and beginners or for a quick round in between Zilker's many other offerings.

Davis Spring Special Park

Holes: 9

Difficulty: moderate – very challenging

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free

Established in 2019, Davis Spring Special Park is one of the newest disc golf courses on the Austin scene. This exciting 18-hole course offers a good mix of open and wooded terrain, with some water hazards thrown in for good measure. The difficulty of the course ranges from moderate to very challenging depending on the amount of brush, making it a great option for players of all skill levels going for a fun and scenic round.

Sprinkle Valley Disc Golf Course

Holes: 18 

Difficulty: challenging

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: $5

This challenging 18-hole course winds its way through a heavily wooded landscape, with plenty of tight fairways and technical obstacles to work around. This course is certainly not for the faint of heart — Sprinkle Valley offers a true test of skill for experienced players seeking both challenge and adventure.

Oh, and did we mention it’s at the Austin Beerworks Sprinkle Valley complex? Yeah, no big deal. 

Ben Livingston on Instagram: "Hole one at @sprinkle_valley_disc_golf_club is a fantastic beginning to a round. Just throw the Mint Eternal Lasso and watch it glide down. Best case scenario you get all the way to the corner. The work everyone has done on the course is incredible, it gets better every time I return. My Friday practice round was a bit rough, but I think I've got a good safe strategy now for tomorrow when I play it for the tournament. Today's round is at Live Oak Brewery. I'm hoping for a solid start here to get ahead on the tough lines I'll need to carve Sunday. We shall see 😎🤘 I'm just hyped at the chance to get to play for Mint, and even if I don't get a spot, I'll know that I gave it my best. And trust me, that is progress compared to how I've handled life before. One step at a time, deep breaths, all that jazz. 😄 First shot - Mint Lasso Second - Mint Lobster Third - Innova Rollo Putts - Mint Bullet Good luck to everyone else playing the tournament! fly far, frolf friends #discgolf #discquisitor #discgolfvlog #discgolfbrain #discgolflife #teamdiscnation #mintdiscs #innova #sprinklevalley #sprinklevalleydiscgolf"

31 likes, 1 comments - discquisitor on January 5, 2024: "Hole one at @sprinkle_valley_disc_golf_club is a fantastic beginning to a round. Just throw the Mint Eternal Lasso and watch it glide down....".

Sprinkle Canyon - Tiki Course

Holes: 9

Difficulty

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: $5

This small 9-hole course next to the Sprinkle Valley course is much more beginner and family-friendly than its larger neighbor. It’s perfect for a quick game or chance to practice your throws without the pressure of the 18-holer!

Met Center

Holes: 9

Difficulty: challenging – very challenging

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost

Practice makes perfect at the Met Center Disc Golf Course! This sprawling 18-hole course offers a variety of open fairways, fields and technical challenges, making it a great place to work on your game (with plenty of space to spare). The multiple tee placements caters to players of all skill levels, too, so whether you're refining your throws or enjoying a casual round, the Met Center provides a solid overall disc golf experience.

Live Oak Brewing Disc Golf Course

Holes: 18

Difficulty: moderate

Dogs allowed: yes 

Cost: free

Disc golf and craft beer? Uh, say no more! 

The Live Oak Brewing Disc Golf Course offers a unique combination of pastimes: beer and disc golf! Enjoy a scenic round with a variety of open and wooded holes, then reward yourself with a post-game brew at the on-site brewery. Perfect for a casual game with friends and a relaxing place to hang out afterward!

Northtown Park

Holes: 18

Difficulty: challenging

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free

Northtown Park Disc Golf Course provides a convenient and scenic option in the heart of North Austin. This 18-hole course features a mix of open areas and forested challenges, making it a good fit for players of various skill levels. 

The course naturally brings you back to your starting point, so it’s great for working in a quick round on a lunch break or while on a time crunch.  

Wells Branch DGC

Holes: 18

Difficulty: moderate

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: free

If you’re looking for a place to start your disc golf journey, this is the spot for you.

Wells Branch DGC is known for its neat holes and well-kept landscape, with the 18-hole course boasting enough strategically placed trees, water hazards and elevation changes to stretch your skills. 

Flat Creek DGC

Holes: 18

Difficulty: challenging

Dogs allowed: yes

Cost: $10

The 18-hole Flat Creek course winds its way through a beautiful vineyard with water features, fields, fairways and woods all tucked away in a sprawling estate. Be sure to make your reservations, though, as the gorgeous course is popular and gets full quickly!

If you live in or near our luxury Austin apartments, then be sure to check out some of these disc golf courses next time you’re looking for something to do!

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Colleen Ford is a South African who now lives on Oahu in Hawai'i. She loves to travel, camp, spearfish and hike. She's also part of a super cool canoe club and is pretty decent at it. Colleen enjoys Star Wars and also not being cold ever.

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