Why this matters
Disc golf and dog walking overlap almost perfectly: a couple of miles at walking pace through a park. These courses are listed as dog friendly in PDGA records, though leash rules still apply and are set by the park, not the course.
Largest courses dog friendly
| Course | City | Holes | Par | Difficulty | Terrain | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joralemon Park Disc Golf Course | Ravena | 38 | 114 | Advanced | Mixed/Varied | Free |
| Meeman-Shelby State Park | Millington/Memphis | 36 | 108 | Intermediate | Wooded/Hilly | Free |
| Black Falls Disc Golf Course | Montgomery | 36 | 108 | Advanced | Wooded/Hilly | $5 |
| Halstead Hill | Owego | 36 | 108 | Advanced | Mixed/Varied | Free |
| Moody's | Red Rock | 36 | 108 | Advanced | Open/Rolling | Free |
| Stoney Hill | Newberry | 32 | 96 | Advanced | Wooded | Free |
| BuckSnort | Pine | 28 | 84 | Intermediate | Mountain/Wooded | Free |
| China Peak Disc Golf | Lakeshore | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Mixed/Varied | Free |
| Lake Russell State Park | Elberton | 27 | 81 | Intermediate | Wooded | $3 |
| Diamond X | Billings | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Mountain/Wooded | $3 |
| Whistler's Bend Disc Golf Course | Roseburg | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Wooded | Free |
| Winter Park | Kewaunee | 27 | 81 | Intermediate | Wooded | Free |
| Buffalo Ridge Park | Phoenix | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Open/Rolling | Free |
| East La Loma Park | Modesto | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Open/Rolling | Free |
| Lagoon Valley Disc Golf Course | Vacaville | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Open/Rolling | Free |
| Waller Park | Santa Maria | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Mixed/Varied | Free |
| Gordy Road Preserve Disc Golf Course | Fort Pierce | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Flat/Open | Free |
| Freedom Park | Valdosta | 27 | 81 | Advanced | Open/Rolling | Free |
| The Canyons at Dellwood Park | Lockport | 27 | 81 | Intermediate | Mixed/Varied | Free |
| The Oaks | Mokena | 27 | 81 | Intermediate | Wooded | Free |
Dog-Friendly Disc Golf Courses by state
The share column shows what proportion of each state's courses carry this feature.
| State | Courses dog friendly | All courses | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | 171 | 472 | 36% |
| Wisconsin | 121 | 350 | 35% |
| California | 113 | 333 | 34% |
| Illinois | 112 | 287 | 39% |
| North Carolina | 109 | 279 | 39% |
| Michigan | 105 | 308 | 34% |
| Iowa | 100 | 292 | 34% |
| Minnesota | 100 | 343 | 29% |
| Kansas | 93 | 266 | 35% |
| Ohio | 87 | 270 | 32% |
| Pennsylvania | 66 | 208 | 32% |
| Missouri | 63 | 188 | 34% |
| Colorado | 62 | 204 | 30% |
| Florida | 59 | 182 | 32% |
| Indiana | 51 | 188 | 27% |
| Georgia | 50 | 143 | 35% |
| New York | 49 | 139 | 35% |
| South Carolina | 49 | 125 | 39% |
| Oklahoma | 48 | 173 | 28% |
| Virginia | 47 | 138 | 34% |
| Washington | 47 | 134 | 35% |
| Tennessee | 46 | 157 | 29% |
| Arkansas | 45 | 116 | 39% |
| Alabama | 43 | 122 | 35% |
| Mississippi | 39 | 95 | 41% |
| Nebraska | 38 | 110 | 35% |
| Oregon | 36 | 145 | 25% |
| South Dakota | 29 | 77 | 38% |
| Kentucky | 28 | 115 | 24% |
| Utah | 28 | 78 | 36% |
| Arizona | 26 | 77 | 34% |
| Maine | 26 | 75 | 35% |
| Montana | 25 | 63 | 40% |
| Idaho | 24 | 100 | 24% |
| Massachusetts | 24 | 62 | 39% |
| Louisiana | 23 | 58 | 40% |
| West Virginia | 23 | 70 | 33% |
| New Mexico | 21 | 55 | 38% |
| North Dakota | 17 | 64 | 27% |
| Maryland | 16 | 51 | 31% |
| Wyoming | 16 | 42 | 38% |
| Nevada | 14 | 38 | 37% |
| Alaska | 13 | 38 | 34% |
| Vermont | 13 | 44 | 30% |
| Connecticut | 12 | 31 | 39% |
| New Jersey | 11 | 40 | 28% |
| New Hampshire | 10 | 32 | 31% |
| Delaware | 6 | 13 | 46% |
| Hawaii | 5 | 14 | 36% |
| Rhode Island | 1 | 4 | 25% |
Cities with the most courses dog friendly
Frequently asked questions
How many disc golf courses are dog friendly?
ThrowSpot lists 2,360 courses flagged dog friendly in PDGA records, about 34% of the 7,008 registered US courses.
Which state has the most courses dog friendly?
Texas with 171, followed by Wisconsin (121) and California (113).
Can you bring a dog to a disc golf course?
Often yes. Many courses sit in public parks that allow leashed dogs. Check the park's own rules, keep the dog leashed and under control, and never let it chase a thrown disc — a driver travels at 60 mph and causes real injuries.
What should I bring for my dog on a round?
Water and a collapsible bowl, waste bags, and a leash long enough to keep the dog clear of fairways. A round takes 60 to 120 minutes, which is a long walk for a small or older dog.