What is Palmetto Trails like?
Located in Eustis, Palmetto Trails is part of a Florida disc golf scene that now runs to 182 registered courses. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 6,156 ft, averaging roughly 342 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is flat/open — flat, open fairways, which puts the emphasis on pure distance and accuracy. Flat ground makes distances honest and landing zones predictable, which makes this a good place to learn what your discs actually do.
ThrowSpot rates the course moderately demanding overall, making it players who have their form mostly sorted. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on. Most groups finish in about 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Palmetto Trails?
For a course like this, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers the majority of shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.
If you are not sure what matches your arm speed, the disc selector converts your throwing distance into a speed ceiling and specific mold recommendations. Because the fairways are open here, it is also worth checking the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Palmetto Trails charges $3 to play. Pay-to-play courses are the minority in disc golf, and the fee usually reflects better maintenance, dedicated staff, or private land. Check the course signage or the local club for how payment is collected. Most park courses are open dawn to dusk; hours can change seasonally, so it is worth checking locally before a very early or late round.
Amenities at Palmetto Trails
Amenity information comes from PDGA course records and may not reflect recent changes. If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Palmetto Trails
Eustis, FL — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Palmetto Trails
More disc golf near Eustis
Palmetto Trails is the only PDGA-listed course in Eustis, but Florida has 182 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Florida.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Palmetto Trails?
Palmetto Trails has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,156 ft, averaging about 342 feet per hole.
Is Palmetto Trails free to play?
No. Palmetto Trails charges $3 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Palmetto Trails good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on.
How long does it take to play Palmetto Trails?
About 110 minutes for a typical group on 18 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Palmetto Trails located?
Palmetto Trails is in Eustis, Florida, at coordinates 28.86577, -81.66890. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Palmetto Trails?
For this layout, a full bag, including distance drivers and something overstable for wind covers most shots. Open ground means wind is the real hazard. An overstable disc you trust into a headwind is worth more here than an extra ten feet of distance.