Closest disc golf courses
Distances are straight-line from Bloomington, IN; drive times are estimates. Every course links to a full page with par, length, terrain, amenities and directions.
| Course | Distance | Drive | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers Elementary Bloomington, IN | 1.0 mi | ~4 min | 6 | Beginner | $3 |
| Crestmont Bloomington, IN | 1.5 mi | ~4 min | 18 | Advanced | $5 |
| Sherwood Oaks Christian Church Bloomington, IN | 2.6 mi | ~6 min | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Karst Farm Park Bloomington, IN | 4.5 mi | ~10 min | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Edgewood Disc Golf Course Ellettsville, IN | 7.8 mi | ~18 min | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
| Brown County Country Club Nashville, IN | 13.0 mi | ~29 min | 24 | Advanced | $3 |
| Deer Run Disc Golf Course Nashville, IN | 14.5 mi | ~33 min | 18 | Beginner | Free |
| Bedrock Disc Golf - Deadwood Course at Otis Park Bedford, IN | 21.6 mi | ~49 min | 9 | Beginner | $3 |
| Boylan Acres Arduous Monrovia, IN | 25.3 mi | ~57 min | 18 | Beginner | $5 |
| Boylan Acres Extreme Monrovia, IN | 25.3 mi | ~57 min | 18 | Beginner | $5 |
Disc golf as a student sport
Disc golf works well on a student budget. A single mid-range disc costs $12 to $18, and 4 of the 10 courses near Indiana University are free to play, so a round costs nothing but the walk. Most rounds take 45 minutes to two hours, which fits between classes better than almost any other sport.
Many colleges have a disc golf club that runs weekly rounds and travels to college series events. Check the campus recreation office or search your school's name on Facebook — college clubs are usually the fastest way to find people to play with and to borrow discs before you buy your own. Our cost breakdown covers what a first setup actually runs.
Where to start near Indiana University
Rogers Elementary in Bloomington is rated beginner and sits 1.0 miles from campus — 6 holes, $3. Short, forgiving layouts are where new players should start; the disc selector will tell you which discs match your arm.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a disc golf course at Indiana University?
Not on campus itself. The closest course is Rogers Elementary in Bloomington, IN, about 1.0 miles away.
How many disc golf courses are near Indiana University?
10 PDGA-registered courses within 30 miles of campus, 4 of them free to play.
What is the closest disc golf course to Indiana University?
Rogers Elementary in Bloomington, IN, about 1.0 miles from campus — roughly 4 minutes by car, or walkable if you are under two miles out. It has 6 holes.
How much does it cost a student to start disc golf?
About $12 for a single mid-range disc, or $25 to $35 for a three-disc starter set. Most courses are free, so there are no ongoing costs beyond replacing lost discs.