Closest disc golf courses
Distances are straight-line from Burlington, VT; drive times are estimates. Every course links to a full page with par, length, terrain, amenities and directions.
| Course | Distance | Drive | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl Street Park Disc Golf Essex Junction, VT | 3.7 mi | ~8 min | 9 | Beginner | $5 |
| Williston Central School Disc Golf Williston, VT | 6.6 mi | ~15 min | 12 | Intermediate | Free |
| CVU High School Disc Golf Course Hinesburg, VT | 10.1 mi | ~23 min | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Charlotte Beach Charlotte, VT | 10.8 mi | ~24 min | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Ausable Chasm Disc Golf Course Keeseville, NY | 13.4 mi | ~30 min | 18 | Beginner | $5 |
| Twin Ponds Campground Peru, NY | 14.5 mi | ~33 min | 18 | Intermediate | Free |
| Vista Beast Disc Golf Course Bolton Valley, VT | 17.4 mi | ~39 min | 18 | Advanced | Free |
| Georgia Elementary St. Albans, VT | 18.2 mi | ~41 min | 9 | Intermediate | Free |
| Plattsburgh Disc Golf Course Plattsburgh, NY | 19.8 mi | ~44 min | 9 | Beginner | Free |
| Smugglers Notch Disc Golf Center - Brewster Ridge Jeffersonville, VT | 21.2 mi | ~48 min | 18 | 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 8 of the 10 courses near University of Vermont 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 University of Vermont
Pearl Street Park Disc Golf in Essex Junction is rated beginner and sits 3.7 miles from campus — 9 holes, $5. 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 University of Vermont?
Not on campus itself. The closest course is Pearl Street Park Disc Golf in Essex Junction, VT, about 3.7 miles away.
How many disc golf courses are near University of Vermont?
10 PDGA-registered courses within 30 miles of campus, 8 of them free to play.
What is the closest disc golf course to University of Vermont?
Pearl Street Park Disc Golf in Essex Junction, VT, about 3.7 miles from campus — roughly 8 minutes by car, or walkable if you are under two miles out. It has 9 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.