Closest disc golf courses
Distances are straight-line from Montana; drive times are estimates. Every course links to a full page with par, length, terrain, amenities and directions.
| Course | Distance | Drive | Holes | Difficulty | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Lake Community Disc Golf Course Whitefish, MT | 34.6 mi | ~78 min | 27 | Advanced | Free |
| Whitefish Disc Golf Course Whitefish, MT | 34.6 mi | ~78 min | 9 | Beginner | $3 |
| Lone Elk Lodge East Glacier Park, MT | 34.8 mi | ~78 min | 4 | Beginner | Free |
| Buffalo Bobs Whitefish, MT | 37.8 mi | ~85 min | 18 | Intermediate | $3 |
| Lawrence Park Kalispell, MT | 44.9 mi | ~101 min | 18 | Advanced | Free |
Can you play disc golf in Glacier National Park?
No. National Parks do not allow permanent disc golf installations, and throwing discs off-trail conflicts with resource protection rules. The courses listed here are all outside park boundaries, in nearby towns and on other public land.
Combining a park visit with a round
The practical pattern is a morning in the park and an afternoon round in a gateway town, or the reverse. Whitefish is the natural base at 34.6 miles out. Bring water and expect mountain or high-elevation courses to play longer than the signs suggest, since thinner air and elevation change both affect disc flight.
Frequently asked questions
Is there disc golf in Glacier National Park?
Not inside the park. National Parks do not permit permanent course installations. The nearest course is Smith Lake Community Disc Golf Course in Whitefish, MT, about 34.6 miles away.
What is the closest disc golf course to Glacier National Park?
Smith Lake Community Disc Golf Course in Whitefish, MT, roughly 34.6 miles from the park and about 78 minutes by car. It has 27 holes.
How many disc golf courses are near Glacier National Park?
5 PDGA-registered courses lie within 60 miles of the park, and 3 are free to play.