Leland, North Carolina

Leland Founders Park

9 holesPar 273,186 ftBeginnerWoodedFree
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Leland Founders Park is a 9-hole disc golf course in Leland, NC, playing to a par of 27 across 3,186 ft. It is rated beginner difficulty with tight tree-lined fairways, and it is free to play. A full round takes most groups about 45 minutes. The course has been listed with the PDGA since 2022.
9
Holes
27
Par
3,186'
Length
Beginner
Difficulty
Free
Fee
2022
Listed

What is Leland Founders Park like?

Leland Founders Park sits in Leland, one of 1 course in the city and 279 across North Carolina. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 3,186 ft, averaging roughly 354 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.

The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.

ThrowSpot rates the course forgiving overall, making it a good first course or a relaxed round. Shorter holes and open landing zones mean errant throws are usually recoverable, which is exactly what a newer player needs. Most groups finish in about 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.

What discs should you bring to Leland Founders Park?

For a course like this, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers the majority of shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.

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. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.

Cost and access

This course is free to play, like the majority of the 7,008 courses in the ThrowSpot directory. There is no booking system and no check-in — turn up and play. 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 Leland Founders Park

Dog FriendlyPicnic AreaWater FountainDisc Sales On-SiteADA Accessible

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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Leland Founders Park

Leland, NC.

34.23787, -78.00979
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More disc golf near Leland

Leland Founders Park is the only PDGA-listed course in Leland, but North Carolina has 279 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in North Carolina.

Frequently asked questions

How many holes is Leland Founders Park?

Leland Founders Park has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,186 ft, averaging about 354 feet per hole.

Is Leland Founders Park free to play?

Yes. Leland Founders Park is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.

Is Leland Founders Park good for beginners?

Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with tight tree-lined fairways and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.

How long does it take to play Leland Founders Park?

About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.

Where is Leland Founders Park located?

Leland Founders Park is in Leland, North Carolina, at coordinates 34.23787, -78.00979. Directions are linked on this page.

What discs should I bring to Leland Founders Park?

For this layout, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers most shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.