Closest disc golf courses
Distances are straight-line from Chapel Hill, NC; drive times are estimates. Every course links to a full page with par, length, terrain, amenities and directions.
| Course | Distance | Drive | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC | 0.0 mi | ~4 min | 20 | Intermediate | $5 |
| Southern Community Chapel Hill, NC | 2.2 mi | ~5 min | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Anderson Park Disc Golf Carrboro, NC | 3.5 mi | ~8 min | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Leigh Farm Park Chapel Hill (Durham), NC | 3.7 mi | ~8 min | 18 | Beginner | Free |
| Cornwallis Road Park Durham, NC | 7.4 mi | ~17 min | 18 | Beginner | $5 |
| Lenovo Disc Golf Course Morrisville, NC | 9.2 mi | ~21 min | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
| The Diavolo at New Hope Park Cary, NC | 9.2 mi | ~21 min | 22 | Advanced | $5 |
| IBM Research Triangle Research Triangle Park, NC | 10.7 mi | ~24 min | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Marcom Woods Morrisville, NC | 11.3 mi | ~26 min | 9 | Intermediate | $5 |
| Valley Springs Park Durham, NC | 11.3 mi | ~26 min | 22 | Intermediate | Free |
Disc golf as a student sport
Disc golf works well on a student budget. A single mid-range disc costs $12 to $18, and 6 of the 10 courses near UNC Chapel Hill 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 UNC Chapel Hill
Leigh Farm Park in Chapel Hill (Durham) is rated beginner and sits 3.7 miles from campus — 18 holes, free to play. 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 UNC Chapel Hill?
Yes. UNC Chapel Hill is on or adjacent to campus, with 20 holes, par 60, $5.
How many disc golf courses are near UNC Chapel Hill?
10 PDGA-registered courses within 30 miles of campus, 6 of them free to play.
What is the closest disc golf course to UNC Chapel Hill?
UNC Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC, about 0.0 miles from campus — roughly 4 minutes by car, or walkable if you are under two miles out. It has 20 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.