Alaska has 38 PDGA-listed disc golf courses spread across 21 cities, ranking it 44 of 50 states by course count. 30 of them (79%) are free to play. 18 courses have 18 or more holes and 20 are 9-hole layouts. The most common terrain is mountain/wooded.
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Disc golf in Alaska
Alaska ranks 44 of 50 states for disc golf infrastructure with 38 registered courses. Those courses reach 21 separate cities, so most residents have something within a reasonable drive. 79 percent are free to play, which is typical: the great majority of American disc golf happens on public park land at no cost.
The terrain mix here leans toward mountain/wooded (30 courses), followed by open/rolling (4) and wooded/hilly (2). That matters for what you pack: wooded layouts reward control discs and accuracy, while open ones make wind the deciding factor. Our course types guide covers how each plays.
Of the 38 courses, 17 are rated beginner, 20 intermediate, and 1 advanced. New players should start on a beginner-rated 9-hole layout and move up once they consistently score within 10 strokes of par.
Alaska has 38 PDGA-listed disc golf courses across 21 cities, ranking it 44 of 50 states by course count. 18 have 18 or more holes and 20 are 9-hole layouts.
Are disc golf courses in Alaska free?
30 of the 38 courses in Alaska are free to play, which is 79 percent. The remainder charge a small fee, typically $3 to $5.
What is the best city for disc golf in Alaska?
By course count, Anchorage has the most courses in Alaska. See the city breakdown on this page for every option.
Which Alaska courses are good for beginners?
17 of the 38 courses in Alaska are rated beginner difficulty. Look for 9-hole park layouts with open fairways and short holes, which are the easiest entry point.