{"id":117905,"date":"2024-07-30T12:16:55","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T15:16:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=117905"},"modified":"2024-07-31T09:52:39","modified_gmt":"2024-07-31T12:52:39","slug":"best-cities-disc-golf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-cities-disc-golf\/","title":{"rendered":"2024\u2019s Best Cities for Disc Golf"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What are the best cities to show off your power shot and sink that perfect putt?<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To celebrate National Disc Golf Day on August 3, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/\">LawnStarter<\/a> ranked 2024&#8217;s Best Cities for Disc Golf.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We compared the 500 biggest U.S. cities based on 5 categories. We considered the number of disc golf courses, local disc golf tournaments, average course ratings, and weather conditions, among 17 total metrics.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drive through our ranking below. To learn how we ranked the cities, see our <a href=\"#methodology\">methodology<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents<\/h2>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#rankings\">City Rankings<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#top-5\">Top 5 Close Up<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#key-insights\">Key Insights<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#ask-the-experts\">Ask the Experts<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#methodology\">Methodology<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts: Don\u2019t Nice Me<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"rankings\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">City Rankings<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See how each city fared in our ranking:<\/p>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"7171d884-f8fc-4c15-9ad4-211cb131aea2\" data-type=\"interactive\"><\/div><script>!function(e,t,s,i){var n=\"InfogramEmbeds\",o=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\"),d=o[0],r=\/^http:\/.test(e.location)?\"http:\":\"https:\";if(\/^\\\/{2}\/.test(i)&&(i=r+i),window[n]&&window[n].initialized)window[n].process&&window[n].process();else if(!e.getElementById(s)){var a=e.createElement(\"script\");a.async=1,a.id=s,a.src=i,d.parentNode.insertBefore(a,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\",\"\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"8256bbb3-4c21-4195-8bde-e1d867835cba\" data-type=\"interactive\"><\/div><script>!function(e,t,s,i){var n=\"InfogramEmbeds\",o=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\"),d=o[0],r=\/^http:\/.test(e.location)?\"http:\":\"https:\";if(\/^\\\/{2}\/.test(i)&&(i=r+i),window[n]&&window[n].initialized)window[n].process&&window[n].process();else if(!e.getElementById(s)){var a=e.createElement(\"script\");a.async=1,a.id=s,a.src=i,d.parentNode.insertBefore(a,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\",\"\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"top-5\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 5 Close Up<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the slideshow below for highlights on each of our top 5 cities.<\/p>   <div style=\"min-height: 535px\" class=\"ub_image_slider swiper-container wp-block-ub-image-slider\" id=\"ub_image_slider_b5a45902-83ec-4da5-87ab-ec83c8546b60\" data-swiper-data='{\"speed\":300,\"spaceBetween\":20,\"slidesPerView\":1,\"loop\":true,\"pagination\":{\"el\": \".swiper-pagination\" , \"type\": \"bullets\", \"clickable\":true},\"navigation\": {\"nextEl\": \".swiper-button-next\", \"prevEl\": \".swiper-button-prev\"}, \"keyboard\": { \"enabled\": true }, \"effect\": \"slide\",\"simulateTouch\":false}'>             <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/pexels-tracvu-5281394-1.png\" alt=\"An Urban Skyline of Austin, Texas\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 1: <\/strong>Austin, Texas | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>60.81<br><br><strong>Number of Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>65 | Rank: 22<br><strong>Number of Highly Rated Courses: <\/strong>9 | Rank: 4<br><strong>College Disc Golf Teams: <\/strong>1 | Rank: 10<br><strong>Disc Golf Tournaments: <\/strong>65 | Rank: 3<br><strong>Google Search Interest: <\/strong>3,180 | Rank: 3<br><br><strong>Local tips: <\/strong>\u201cKeep Austin Weird\u201d and show off your skills at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/department\/austin-parks-and-recreation-disc-golf-courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zilker Park<\/a> in the center of town. After a day on the course, cool off by jumping into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.austintexas.gov\/services\/visit-barton-springs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Barton Springs Pool<\/a>.\u00a0<br><br>For a different challenge at every tee, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/austinparks.org\/park\/bartholomew-district-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bartholomew District Park<\/a>, the oldest disc golf course in Texas.\u00a0<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/an-urban-skyline-of-austin-texas-5281394\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trac Vu<\/a> \/ Pexels \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Portland-Oregon.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of Portland, Oregon\u2019s skyline at night from the opposite side of the Columbia River\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 2: <\/strong>Portland, Oregon | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>57.73<br><br><strong>Number of Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>53 | Rank: 47<br><strong>Number of Highly Rated Courses: <\/strong>10 | Rank: 2<br><strong>College Disc Golf Teams: <\/strong>1 | Rank: 10<br><strong>Disc Golf Tournaments: <\/strong>36 | Rank:8<br><strong>Google Search Interest: <\/strong>2,940 | Rank: 5<br><br><strong>Local tips: <\/strong>Top courses like <a href=\"https:\/\/friendsofpierpark.org\/disc-golf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pier Park<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdga.com\/2014proworlds\/courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Milo McIver<\/a> State Park, and <a href=\"https:\/\/blue-course.edan.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blue Lake Regional Park<\/a> offer challenging layouts and beautiful scenery, perfect for a day of disc golfing.<br>\u00a0<br>Join one of Portland\u2019s disc golf communities, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stumptowndiscgolf.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stumptown Disc Golf<\/a>, where you can participate in a league, test your skills in local tournaments, and advocate for course management.\u00a0<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/long-exposure-photography-of-city-buildings-432361\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tabitha Mort<\/a> \/ Pexels \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Charlotte-NC.png\" alt=\"Trees surround the skyline of Charlotte, North Carolina, on a hazy day\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 3: <\/strong>Charlotte, North Carolina | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>56.48<br><br><strong>Number of Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>88 | Rank: 1<br><strong>Number of Highly Rated Courses: <\/strong>10 | Rank: 2<br><strong>College Disc Golf Teams: <\/strong>1 | Rank: 10<br><strong>Disc Golf Tournaments: <\/strong>23 | Rank: 17<br><strong>Google Search Interest: <\/strong>2,400 | Rank: 9<br><br><strong>Local tips: <\/strong>A hotspot for disc golf enthusiasts since the late 1980s, Charlotte boasts a variety of courses from beginner-friendly to champion-level, including <a href=\"https:\/\/charlottedgc.com\/course\/nevin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nevin Community Park<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdga.com\/course-directory\/course\/plantation-ruins-winget\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plantation Ruins<\/a>.\u00a0<br><br>Just down the road, you\u2019ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.innovadiscs.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Innova Discs\u2019<\/a> headquarters and the hosting course for the prestigious <a href=\"https:\/\/usdgc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Disc Golf Championship<\/a>, the sport\u2019s version of The Masters.\u00a0<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/aerial-photography-of-city-buildings-under-the-sky-13976468\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">John Hill<\/a> \/ Pexels \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Denver-LS.jpg\" alt=\"People walk around a park in Denver while skyscrapers in the background reflect the sunshine emerging from a break in the cloudy sky.\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 4: <\/strong>Denver, Colorado | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>54.81<br><br><strong>Number of Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>72 | Rank: 12<br><strong>Number of Professional Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>50 | Rank: 18<br><strong>Average Number of Reviews for Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>1,147 | Rank: 72<br><strong>Number of Highly Rated Courses: <\/strong>4 | Rank: 44<br><strong>Google Search Interest: <\/strong>4,000 | Rank: 1<br><br><strong>Local tips: <\/strong>With beautiful courses like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.highlandsranch.org\/Home\/Components\/FacilityDirectory\/FacilityDirectory\/56\/184\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">West Fork<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenwoodvillage.com\/336\/Village-Greens-Park-North\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Village Greens<\/a> Disc Golf Course, Denver is a dream for disc golfers. The city\u2019s elevation changes add an extra layer of difficulty, making each game a unique experience.\u00a0<br><br>Connect with the local disc golf community through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/mhdgc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mile High Disc Golf Club<\/a>, which hosts tournaments and events year-round.\u00a0<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/people-walking-on-park-near-high-rise-buildings-9376507\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arpan Parikh<\/a> \/ Pexels \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/50666044511_47a9058002_c-1.png\" alt=\"Minneapolis skyline as seen from South Minneapolis\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 5: <\/strong>Minneapolis, Minnesota | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>54.24<br><br><strong>Number of Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>80 | Rank: 3<br><strong>Number of Professional Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>74 | Rank: 1<br><strong>Average Number of Reviews for Disc Golf Courses: <\/strong>1,257 | Rank: 45<br><strong>Number of Highly Rated Courses: <\/strong>5 | Rank: 23<br><strong>Google Search Interest: <\/strong>3,200 | Rank: 2<br><br><strong>Local tips: <\/strong>Minneapolis may offer a shorter playing season, but that doesn\u2019t stop enthusiasts. Featuring courses like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.threeriversparks.org\/location\/hyland-hills-disc-golf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bryant Lake Park<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.threeriversparks.org\/location\/hyland-hills-disc-golf\">Hyland Hills<\/a>, the city caters to all skill levels, offering diverse terrains and scenic lakeside views.\u00a0<br><br>Disc golfers can engage with the local community through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotafrisbeeassociation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minnesota Frisbee Association<\/a>, which organizes events and leagues throughout the year.\u00a0<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/chaddavisphotography\/50666044511\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chad Davis<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><\/div>             <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>             <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div> <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>         <\/div>  <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"key-insights\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Insights<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Out of the top 10 cities with the highest number of disc golf courses, <strong>Minnesota<\/strong> scored four spots with <strong>Minneapolis <\/strong>(No. 5),<strong> St. Paul <\/strong>(No. 6),<strong> Plymouth<\/strong> (No. 17), and <strong>Brooklyn Park<\/strong> (No. 19).<strong> Minneapolis <\/strong>and <strong>Plymouth <\/strong>also offer the highest number of <strong>professional courses<\/strong>, and the short playing season doesn\u2019t deter enthusiasts in the North Star State. <strong>Minneapolis <\/strong>and <strong>St. Paul <\/strong>boast <strong>high interest<\/strong> in the sport among its residents, and <strong>Minnesota<\/strong> is home to the longest-running <a href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotafrisbeeassociation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">disc sports organization<\/a> in the world. &nbsp; <strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grab your discs and head to <strong>Texas<\/strong>. <strong>Austin<\/strong> (No. 1) and <strong>Houston <\/strong>(No. 8) are at the top of the leaderboard, boasting vibrant <strong>disc golf communities<\/strong> and <strong>high interest<\/strong>. Austin suburbs <strong>Cedar Park <\/strong>(No. 16) and <strong>Round Rock <\/strong>(No. 18) offer top-notch courses and easy access for a perfect round. But watch out for a bogey in cities like <strong>Laredo <\/strong>(No. 494), <strong>Brownsville <\/strong>(No. 497), and <strong>San Angelo <\/strong>(No. 498), where interest and courses are scarce.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>California <\/strong>provides some of the <strong>best weather<\/strong> for disc golfers, with <strong>Los Angeles <\/strong>(No. 11) and <strong>San Diego <\/strong>(No. 13) showing some of the <strong>highest interest<\/strong> among Google searches. Despite the ideal climate, most <strong>California <\/strong>cities provide <strong>poor access <\/strong>with <strong>lower course numbers<\/strong> overall, though their courses are <strong>high-quality<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aim for an ace in <strong>Denver <\/strong>(No. 4) with other disc golf enthusiasts. Mile-High City shows the <strong>highest search interest<\/strong> in the sport, offers numerous <strong>disc golf stores<\/strong>, and provides plenty of <strong>professional and community courses<\/strong>. 14 <strong>Colorado <\/strong>cities landed in the top half of our ranking with great access. <strong>Fort Collins<\/strong> (No. 85) and <strong>Longmont <\/strong>(No. 37) have some of the best disc golf <strong>communities<\/strong>, offering ample opportunities to show off your \u201cGo For Shot\u201d at local <strong>tournaments<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Land more insights <a href=\"#media-resources\">below<\/a>.<\/p>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"ask-the-experts\"><\/a><\/p>  <div id=\"experts-block\" class=\"experts\">     <h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold text-black mb-3\">Ask the Experts<\/h2>    <p>Disc golfers know that finding the right course and mastering the game\u2019s nuances can make all the difference. So, what makes a disc golf experience truly exceptional?<\/p> <p>We turned to a group of experts for their best advice on everything from key tips for beginners to finding local games or leagues and identifying what makes a course challenging for experienced players. Get ready to elevate your power shot with their insights below.<\/p> <ol> <li>What are three key tips for someone playing disc golf for the first time?<\/li> <li>What is the best way for disc golf players to find games or leagues in their city?<\/li> <li>What elements make a disc golf course more attractive to or challenging for experienced players?<\/li> <\/ol>    <div id=\"experts-container\" class=\"relative lg:mt-6\" x-data=\"experts()\" x-init=\"init()\">      <style>       .expert-avatars {         scrollbar-width: none;         -ms-overflow-style: none;          \/* momentum scroll on iOS *\/         -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;          \/* disbable vertical scroll for touch *\/         touch-action: pan-x;       }        \/* hide scroll bar *\/       .expert-avatars::-webkit-scrollbar {         display: none;       }        .expert-avatars .item {         width: 125px;         flex-shrink: 0;       }        .expert-avatars .item:not(:last-child) {         margin-right: 10px;       }        \/* hacky fix for padding at the end of the.expert-avatars *\/       .expert-avatars .item:last-child {         position: relative;       }        .expert-avatars .item:last-child::after {         position: absolute;         left: 100%;         height: 1px;         width: 20px;         display: block;         content: \"\";       }        .trim-label {         max-height: 18px;         text-overflow: ellipsis;         overflow: hidden;         display: -webkit-box;         -webkit-line-clamp: 1;         -webkit-box-orient: vertical;         line-height: 1.4;       }        .credentials {         max-height: 18px;         width: 250px;         text-overflow: ellipsis;         overflow: hidden;         display: -webkit-box;         -webkit-line-clamp: 1;         -webkit-box-orient: vertical;         line-height: 1.4;       }        .credentials-small {         max-height: 18px;         width: 110px;         text-overflow: ellipsis;         overflow: hidden;         display: -webkit-box;         -webkit-line-clamp: 1;         -webkit-box-orient: vertical;         line-height: 1.4;       }        [x-cloak] {         display: none;       }     <\/style>      <div class=\"expert-avatars flex overflow-x-scroll overscroll-contain px-2 mb-10 lg:hidden\">                         <div class=\"item text-center mx-3\" @click=\"openExpert('scott-stokely-', 'container')\">             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Scott-Stokely.png?wsr\" alt=\"Scott Stokely\" class=\"mt-0 mx-auto mb-3 w-24 h-24 object-cover rounded-full border-white border-4 shadow-xl\">             <div class=\"text-sm leading-4 mb-2 text-black font-medium trim-label\">Scott Stokely  <\/div>             <div class=\"text-sm leading-4 mb-2 text-gray-800 trim-label\">Professional Disc Golf Association member since 1986, World Disc Golf Hall of Fame (&#8217;24), 17 world and national titles in Disc Golf and Distance, multiple Guinness Book world records including the first milestone 200m throw and the only player in history to own the records for both backhand and sidearm. Founder and coach of the Stokely Disc Golf Method who has taught in 26 countries, adaptive Disc Golf advocate and Owner of Stokely Discs. Read about Scott&#8217;s life as it parallelled the early history of Disc Golf in his autobiography Scott Stokely: Growing Up Disc Golf available on Amazon and Audible.<\/div>           <\/div>                   <div class=\"item text-center mx-3\" @click=\"openExpert('nate-heinold-', 'container')\">             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Nate-Heinold.png?wsr\" alt=\"Nate Heinold\" class=\"mt-0 mx-auto mb-3 w-24 h-24 object-cover rounded-full border-white border-4 shadow-xl\">             <div class=\"text-sm leading-4 mb-2 text-black font-medium trim-label\">Nate Heinold  <\/div>             <div class=\"text-sm leading-4 mb-2 text-gray-800 trim-label\">President of the Board of Directors &#8211; Professional Disc Golf Association<\/div>           <\/div>                   <div class=\"item text-center mx-3\" @click=\"openExpert('jeff-spring', 'container')\">             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Jeff-Spring.png?wsr\" alt=\"Jeff Spring\" class=\"mt-0 mx-auto mb-3 w-24 h-24 object-cover rounded-full border-white border-4 shadow-xl\">             <div class=\"text-sm leading-4 mb-2 text-black font-medium trim-label\">Jeff Spring <\/div>             <div class=\"text-sm leading-4 mb-2 text-gray-800 trim-label\">CEO &amp; Tour Director<\/div>           <\/div>                   <\/div>                     <div           id=\"expert-scott-stokely-\"           class=\"mb-10 border border-gray-200 p-4 cursor-pointer lg:block\"           x-bind:class=\"{'lg:border-theme-green block': focusedExpert == 'scott-stokely-', 'hidden': focusedExpert != 'scott-stokely-'}\"           @click=\"openExpert('scott-stokely-', 'expert'); expertIsFocused = true\">            <div             x-bind:class=\"{'items-center': focusedExpert != 'scott-stokely-', 'items-start': focusedExpert == 'scott-stokely-'}\"             class=\"item mb-4 hidden lg:flex\"             @click=\"openExpert('scott-stokely-', 'expert')\">              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Scott-Stokely.png?wsr\" alt=\"Scott Stokely\" class=\"m-0 mr-3 w-16 h-16 object-cover rounded-full lg:w-20 lg:h-20\">              <div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'scott-stokely-'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-black font-medium\">Scott Stokely  <\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'scott-stokely-'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-gray-800\">Professional Disc Golf Association member since 1986, World Disc Golf Hall of Fame (&#8217;24), 17 world and national titles in Disc Golf and Distance, multiple Guinness Book world records including the first milestone 200m throw and the only player in history to own the records for both backhand and sidearm. Founder and coach of the Stokely Disc Golf Method who has taught in 26 countries, adaptive Disc Golf advocate and Owner of Stokely Discs. Read about Scott&#8217;s life as it parallelled the early history of Disc Golf in his autobiography Scott Stokely: Growing Up Disc Golf available on Amazon and Audible.<\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'scott-stokely-'}\"                 class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Scott Stokely Disc Golf<\/div>             <\/div>           <\/div>            <div             class=\"hidden lg:block\"             x-bind:class=\"{'lg:hidden': focusedExpert == 'scott-stokely-'}\">             <button class=\"flex items-center text-theme-green open-details\" @click=\"openExpert('scott-stokely-', 'expert'); expertIsFocused = true\">View Answers <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 20.243 13.501\" class=\"w-4 ml-2\">                 <path data-name=\"Icon ionic-ios-arrow-round-forward\" d=\"M12.909.258a.919.919 0 00-.007 1.294l4.275 4.282H.907a.914.914 0 000 1.828H17.17l-4.275 4.286a.925.925 0 00.007 1.294.91.91 0 001.287-.007l5.794-5.836a1.026 1.026 0 00.19-.288.872.872 0 00.07-.352.916.916 0 00-.26-.64L14.189.283a.9.9 0 00-1.28-.025z\" fill=\"#48a27a\" \/>               <\/svg><\/button>           <\/div>            <div             class=\"details fixed top-0 left-0 bg-white h-screen z-10 overflow-scroll w-screen lg:w-full lg:relative lg:h-auto\"             x-cloak x-show=\"focusedExpert == 'scott-stokely-'\"             x-transition:enter=\"transition ease-out duration-100 transform\"             x-transition:enter-start=\"opacity-0 scale-95\"             x-transition:enter-end=\"opacity-100 scale-100\"             x-transition:leave=\"transition ease-in duration-75 transform\"             x-transition:leave-start=\"opacity-100 scale-100\"             x-transition:leave-end=\"opacity-0 scale-95\">              <div class=\"bg-theme-green p-4 mb-4 pb-20 relative text-white lg:bg-white lg:pb-0 lg:text-theme-green lg:mb-8\">               <button class=\"close-details mr-4 mt-2 absolute top-0 left-0 flex items-center ml-4 lg:mt-0 lg:ml-0\" x-on:click.stop=\"closeExpert('scott-stokely-')\">                 <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 20.243 13.501\" class=\"w-6 mr-2 fill-current\">                   <path data-name=\"Icon ionic-ios-arrow-round-forward\" d=\"M7.334 13.243a.919.919 0 00.007-1.294L3.066 7.667h16.27a.914.914 0 000-1.828H3.073l4.275-4.286A.925.925 0 007.341.259a.91.91 0 00-1.287.007L.26 6.102a1.026 1.026 0 00-.19.288.872.872 0 00-.07.352.916.916 0 00.26.64l5.794 5.836a.9.9 0 001.28.025z\" \/>                 <\/svg> Close               <\/button>             <\/div>              <div class=\"item text-center px-4 w-full text-center -mt-20 relative z-20 pointer-events-none lg:hidden\">               <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Scott-Stokely.png?wsr\" alt=\"Scott Stokely\" class=\"mt-0 mb-3 mx-auto w-32 h-32 object-cover rounded-full border-white border-4 shadow-xl\">               <div class=\"text-base leading-5 mb-2 text-black font-medium\">Scott Stokely  <\/div>               <div class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-gray-800\">Professional Disc Golf Association member since 1986, World Disc Golf Hall of Fame (&#8217;24), 17 world and national titles in Disc Golf and Distance, multiple Guinness Book world records including the first milestone 200m throw and the only player in history to own the records for both backhand and sidearm. Founder and coach of the Stokely Disc Golf Method who has taught in 26 countries, adaptive Disc Golf advocate and Owner of Stokely Discs. Read about Scott&#8217;s life as it parallelled the early history of Disc Golf in his autobiography Scott Stokely: Growing Up Disc Golf available on Amazon and Audible.<\/div>               <div class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Scott Stokely Disc Golf<\/div>             <\/div>              <div class=\"px-4 lg:px-0\">               <p><strong>What are three key tips for someone playing disc golf for the first time?<\/strong><\/p> <p>1. Ask a local disc golf pro shop for information about the best discs to start with.<\/p> <p>2. Ask any group playing the course if you can play along. It&#8217;s totally normal and encouraged to help new people.<\/p> <p>3. Last, have fun!<\/p> <p><strong>What is the best way for disc golf players to find games or leagues in their city?<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Facebook groups are where most clubs communicate about pick up rounds and events.<\/li> <\/ul> <ul> <li>The UDisc app has every course listed with details such as course conditions and events.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>What elements make a disc golf course more attractive to or challenging for experienced players?<\/strong><\/p> <p>For experienced players, high levels of risk vs. reward make courses more enticing. 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Professional Disc Golf Association<\/div>               <div class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Professional Disc Golf Association<\/div>             <\/div>              <div class=\"px-4 lg:px-0\">               <p><strong>What are three key tips for someone playing disc golf for the first time?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Use the correct disc, give yourself realistic expectations, and have fun.<\/p> <ul> <li>Using the correct disc is crucial to having a good first time on the course. Find something that is comfortable in your hand. If possible, try to use a disc that is slower and understable.<\/li> <\/ul> <ul> <li>Your first time on the course will probably look like it&#8217;s your first time. That&#8217;s ok! Don&#8217;t compare yourself to others but compare yourself to yourself. The pros make it seem so easy, so don&#8217;t beat yourself up if your shoot above par your first time.<\/li> <\/ul> <ul> <li>Disc golf is supposed to be fun. If your play isn&#8217;t going your way, do your best to enjoy the other aspects of disc golf like: the beautiful park you are walking through, the company with you, the excitement of trying to improve, or even just the sunshine hitting your skin after a long day inside at work.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>What is the best way for disc golf players to find games or leagues in their city?<\/strong><\/p> <ul> <li>Most often there is a local group on Facebook that hosts casual rounds, leagues, and even tournaments.<\/li> <\/ul> <ul> <li>UDisc (app) has a calendar of local events along with course maps.<\/li> <\/ul> <ul> <li>Finally, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discgolfscene.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Disc Golf Scene<\/a> is the place to find tournaments.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>What elements make a disc golf course more attractive to or challenging for experienced players?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Distance, style, and upkeep.<\/p> <ul> <li>The distance of most holes needs to be challenging but not impossible to reach.<\/li> <\/ul> <ul> <li>Each course has a different style: in the woods, in a park, in the open, and blends of each. Then comes elevation, which impacts style significantly.<\/li> <\/ul> <ul> <li>Finally upkeep, which makes a course feel sharp and professional.<\/li> <\/ul>             <\/div>            <\/div>          <\/div>                <div           id=\"expert-jeff-spring\"           class=\"mb-10 border border-gray-200 p-4 cursor-pointer lg:block\"           x-bind:class=\"{'lg:border-theme-green block': focusedExpert == 'jeff-spring', 'hidden': focusedExpert != 'jeff-spring'}\"           @click=\"openExpert('jeff-spring', 'expert'); expertIsFocused = true\">            <div             x-bind:class=\"{'items-center': focusedExpert != 'jeff-spring', 'items-start': focusedExpert == 'jeff-spring'}\"             class=\"item mb-4 hidden lg:flex\"             @click=\"openExpert('jeff-spring', 'expert')\">              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Jeff-Spring.png?wsr\" alt=\"Jeff Spring\" class=\"m-0 mr-3 w-16 h-16 object-cover rounded-full lg:w-20 lg:h-20\">              <div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'jeff-spring'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-black font-medium\">Jeff Spring <\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'jeff-spring'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-gray-800\">CEO &amp; Tour Director<\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'jeff-spring'}\"                 class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Disc Golf Pro Tour<\/div>             <\/div>           <\/div>            <div             class=\"hidden lg:block\"             x-bind:class=\"{'lg:hidden': focusedExpert == 'jeff-spring'}\">             <button class=\"flex items-center text-theme-green open-details\" @click=\"openExpert('jeff-spring', 'expert'); expertIsFocused = true\">View Answers <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 20.243 13.501\" class=\"w-4 ml-2\">                 <path data-name=\"Icon ionic-ios-arrow-round-forward\" d=\"M12.909.258a.919.919 0 00-.007 1.294l4.275 4.282H.907a.914.914 0 000 1.828H17.17l-4.275 4.286a.925.925 0 00.007 1.294.91.91 0 001.287-.007l5.794-5.836a1.026 1.026 0 00.19-.288.872.872 0 00.07-.352.916.916 0 00-.26-.64L14.189.283a.9.9 0 00-1.28-.025z\" fill=\"#48a27a\" \/>               <\/svg><\/button>           <\/div>            <div             class=\"details fixed top-0 left-0 bg-white h-screen z-10 overflow-scroll w-screen lg:w-full lg:relative lg:h-auto\"             x-cloak x-show=\"focusedExpert == 'jeff-spring'\"             x-transition:enter=\"transition ease-out duration-100 transform\"             x-transition:enter-start=\"opacity-0 scale-95\"             x-transition:enter-end=\"opacity-100 scale-100\"             x-transition:leave=\"transition ease-in duration-75 transform\"             x-transition:leave-start=\"opacity-100 scale-100\"             x-transition:leave-end=\"opacity-0 scale-95\">              <div class=\"bg-theme-green p-4 mb-4 pb-20 relative text-white lg:bg-white lg:pb-0 lg:text-theme-green lg:mb-8\">               <button class=\"close-details mr-4 mt-2 absolute top-0 left-0 flex items-center ml-4 lg:mt-0 lg:ml-0\" x-on:click.stop=\"closeExpert('jeff-spring')\">                 <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 20.243 13.501\" class=\"w-6 mr-2 fill-current\">                   <path data-name=\"Icon ionic-ios-arrow-round-forward\" d=\"M7.334 13.243a.919.919 0 00.007-1.294L3.066 7.667h16.27a.914.914 0 000-1.828H3.073l4.275-4.286A.925.925 0 007.341.259a.91.91 0 00-1.287.007L.26 6.102a1.026 1.026 0 00-.19.288.872.872 0 00-.07.352.916.916 0 00.26.64l5.794 5.836a.9.9 0 001.28.025z\" \/>                 <\/svg> Close               <\/button>             <\/div>              <div class=\"item text-center px-4 w-full text-center -mt-20 relative z-20 pointer-events-none lg:hidden\">               <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Jeff-Spring.png?wsr\" alt=\"Jeff Spring\" class=\"mt-0 mb-3 mx-auto w-32 h-32 object-cover rounded-full border-white border-4 shadow-xl\">               <div class=\"text-base leading-5 mb-2 text-black font-medium\">Jeff Spring <\/div>               <div class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-gray-800\">CEO &amp; Tour Director<\/div>               <div class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Disc Golf Pro Tour<\/div>             <\/div>              <div class=\"px-4 lg:px-0\">               <p><strong>What are three key tips for someone playing disc golf for the first time?<\/strong><\/p> <p>If you\u2019re new to playing disc golf, you\u2019re in for a treat. While there will be a bit of a learning curve, disc golf is an enjoyable sport at any skill level. Many disc golfers have a shared experience of feeling immediately hooked on the game and feeling the itch to play again soon after their first round. To get the most out of your first round, I recommend:<\/p> <p>1.<strong> Start playing with lower-speed discs<\/strong>. It\u2019s important to realize that just like golfers carry different clubs in their bags, disc golfers carry different discs for the same reason. Different disc types are used to achieve different shots, just like a golfer might choose a driver, iron, or putter depending on the shot in front of them.<\/p> <p>Disc golf discs are usually categorized as drivers, mid-ranges, and putters. Drivers fly the fastest due to their beveled edge that cuts through the air, whereas midrange discs and putters generally fly slower and straighter.<\/p> <p>When you\u2019re starting out, most players will want to start by throwing distance drivers but are often confused or disappointed by the results of their throws with these high-speed discs. The faster a disc can fly, the more experience and arm speed are needed to get it to fly straight. New players will get the most out of throwing a midrange or a putter, even on longer holes. Your number one goal when starting out should be getting the disc to fly straight, which will be much easier with a putter or midrange.<\/p> <p>You\u2019ll probably be able to throw a putter farther than a driver when you start playing, and that\u2019s normal. Lean into it and focus on learning to throw slower discs.<\/p> <p>2. <strong>Playing with someone who can guide you through the basics.<\/strong> Disc golf can seem pretty straightforward, and at a core level, it is. However, new players can benefit immensely from some basic instruction from someone more familiar with the game and throwing techniques.<\/p> <p>If you\u2019ve got a friend who plays, don\u2019t be shy; they will almost certainly jump at the opportunity to play a round with you and show you the ropes. Don\u2019t worry about competing with anyone during your first round \u2014 just focus on getting used to the throwing motions and understanding how the discs behave when thrown.<\/p> <p>3. <strong>Focus on having fun and enjoying being outside.<\/strong> One of the best things about disc golf is that you\u2019re essentially taking a hike in the woods or around another beautiful outdoor space. Connection to the outdoors and creating meaningful experiences in nature is a core part of disc golf, so no matter how you\u2019re playing, don\u2019t forget to look up and enjoy the space you\u2019re in.<\/p> <p>Disc golf is supposed to be fun, so don\u2019t let the initial learning curve get in your way of enjoying time on the course and watching the disc fly.<\/p> <p><strong>What is the best way for disc golf players to find games or leagues in their city?<\/strong><\/p> <p>The best way to find casual round card mates and league events is to research local disc golf clubs in your area.<\/p> <ul> <li>Checking on Facebook for local clubs often goes a long way, and many clubs have regularly scheduled events every week.<\/li> <li>You can also download the <a href=\"https:\/\/udisc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UDisc app<\/a>, a course directory and league-organizing platform. UDisc will have a list of many upcoming events in your area.<\/li> <li>If you want to play in sanctioned competitions, the best place to find tournaments is <a href=\"http:\/\/www.discgolfscene.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.discgolfscene.com<\/a>, the primary event registration platform for the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA), where thousands of events are listed. The PDGA is the sport&#8217;s governing body and sanctions upwards of 10,000 tournaments for players of all skill levels every year.<\/li> <\/ul> <p><strong>What elements make a disc golf course more attractive to or challenging for experienced players?<\/strong><\/p> <p>At a basic level, great disc golf courses will offer players a challenge to demonstrate multiple skills: throwing forehand and backhand, throwing different speed discs, and navigating obstacles like tight wooded fairways or water features.<\/p> <p>At the higher levels, experienced players often seek courses that demand precision for more advanced skill sets or force players to consider multiple factors when attacking a singular hole. For example, you might design a course so that a player has to throw the disc through a gap in the trees that\u2019s far down the fairway and also place the basket on a downslope so the player has to hit the gap with a disc that\u2019s moving slowly enough and on the right angle to avoid sliding or skipping too far past the basket.<\/p> <p>Experienced players also value a course&#8217;s ability to create scoring separation between competitors. The best courses create enough scenarios where a player may have to take a significant risk to gain a reward of a better score or have enough variety in design elements where driving, finesse, and putting are all tested throughout the round. This means there are more opportunities for success and failure based on each skill set tested. A course with ample scoring separation opportunities will allow for a more vibrant and meaningful competition.<\/p>             <\/div>            <\/div>          <\/div>              <\/div> <\/div>  <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"methodology\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Methodology<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, we determined the factors (metrics) that are most relevant to rank the Best Cities for Disc Golf. We then assigned a weight to each factor based on its importance and grouped those factors into 5 categories:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Access<\/li>    <li>Quality<\/li>    <li>Community<\/li>    <li>Interest<\/li>    <li>Climate&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The categories, factors, and their weights are listed in the table below.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For each of the 500 biggest U.S. cities, we then gathered data on each factor from the sources listed below the table.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, we calculated scores (out of 100 points) for each city to determine its rank in each factor, each category, and overall. A city\u2019s Overall Score is the average of its scores across all factors and categories. The highest Overall Score ranked \u201cBest\u201d (No. 1) and the lowest \u201cWorst\u201d (No. 500).<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>The \u201cWorst\u201d among individual factors may not be No. 500 due to ties.<\/li> <\/ul>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"f1c3158f-35a5-4b98-bd77-39860c0cbf56\" data-type=\"interactive\"><\/div><script>!function(e,t,s,i){var n=\"InfogramEmbeds\",o=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\"),d=o[0],r=\/^http:\/.test(e.location)?\"http:\":\"https:\";if(\/^\\\/{2}\/.test(i)&&(i=r+i),window[n]&&window[n].initialized)window[n].process&&window[n].process();else if(!e.getElementById(s)){var a=e.createElement(\"script\");a.async=1,a.id=s,a.src=i,d.parentNode.insertBefore(a,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\",\"\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>    <p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Sources:<\/em><\/strong><em> UDisc, PDGA, College Disc Golf, The Disc Golf Scene, Disc Golf Pro Tour, National Centers for Environmental Information, other LawnStarter studies, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and Google.<\/em><\/p>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"final-thoughts\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts: Don\u2019t Nice Me<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fresh air, open spaces, and the satisfying sound of a perfect throw hitting the chains \u2013 playing disc golf is a great way to improve both body and mind. Studies show that <a href=\"https:\/\/health.ucdavis.edu\/blog\/cultivating-health\/3-ways-getting-outside-into-nature-helps-improve-your-health\/2023\/05\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">outdoor activities<\/a> like disc golf can reduce stress and enhance overall well-being.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Disc golf has come a long way from its 1960s origins when players aimed at tree trunks or wooden posts, and like traditional golf, the goal is to reach the hole in the fewest throws.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grab your discs, hit the course, and remember, don\u2019t nice me, bro! Nothing spoils a perfect throw like premature praise.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For inspiration, here are more top U.S. disc golf destinations to add to your bucket list:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>California: <\/strong>Disc golf started as object golf in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delaveagadiscgolf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santa Cruz<\/a>, where players would throw discs at fire hydrants, poles, and even trees. Visit California\u2019s most popular course, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delaveagadiscgolf.com\/course-info\/course-map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DeLaveaga<\/a> Disc Golf Course, renowned for its challenging layout and beautiful scenery.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Georgia: <\/strong>Play a round at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdga.com\/IDGC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International Disc Golf Center<\/a> in Appling, home to three world-class courses, the Disc Golf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdga.com\/DGHOF\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hall of Fame<\/a>, and a state-of-the-art training center.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>North Carolina: <\/strong>Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/charlottedgc.com\/course\/hornets-nest-park\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hornets Nest Park<\/a> in Charlotte. This course offers varied terrain, blending open fields with densely wooded areas and challenging elevation changes. The layout requires a mix of technical and power shots.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Oregon: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/friendsofpierpark.org\/disc-golf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pier Park<\/a> offers a host of amenities, including a loop hike and scenic disc golf course complete with a practice basket near the parking lot. The course is known for its towering fir trees, combining open fairways with tight wooded lines that require precision and power. The course transforms into an alternate winter layout from November to May to preserve the slopes. <strong><br><\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong>Texas: <\/strong>Dive into the Lone<strong> <\/strong>Star State\u2019s disc golf scene and tee off at the iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/udisc.com\/courses\/z-boaz-DKFY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Z-Boaz Park<\/a> in Fort Worth. Elevation changes and an abundance of natural hazards like a creek and trees challenge even seasoned players, requiring every shot in your arsenal.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Wisconsin: <\/strong>Experience variety at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rollinridge.com\/about-rollin-ridge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rollins Ridge<\/a> Disc Golf Course in Reedsville, with three tees and baskets per hole and a dedicated pro shop. Known for its meticulously maintained fairways and challenging wooded holes, this course offers a variety of unique obstacles. Home to the PDGA-sanctioned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silvercupdiscgolf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Silver Cup<\/a> Tournament, the course also offers on-site camping, making it a perfect weekend getaway.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh, and you can practice shooting discs at baskets in your backyard \u2013 even better if you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/cities-with-biggest-yards\/\">big yard<\/a> for those long shots.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Need to catch up on your yard work after a long day on the course? Hire a <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/lawnstarter.com\"><em>local LawnStarter pro<\/em><\/a><em> to handle it while you perfect your putt and enjoy the great outdoors.<\/em><\/p>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"media-resources\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Media Resources<\/h2>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-f2a33e41-1024-46dd-9cd5-7700d48bca23\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-f2a33e41-1024-46dd-9cd5-7700d48bca23\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-f2a33e41-1024-46dd-9cd5-7700d48bca23\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Quotes from LawnStarter Editor-in-Chief Jeff Herman<\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-f2a33e41-1024-46dd-9cd5-7700d48bca23\">  <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What\u2019s the secret to success in a great disc golf game \u2013and what are some things (like lost discs or bad weather) that can really ruin your round or friendly competition?\u00a0<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A great disc golf game starts with the perfect course, so here\u2019s a look at some more cities that are ace for disc golf and others that bogey in our rankings:\u00a0<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Among <strong>New York\u2019s cities<\/strong> in our ranking, only<strong> Buffalo <\/strong>(No. 233) landed in the top half. The city boasts a <strong>high interest<\/strong> in disc golf and <strong>adequate access<\/strong> to courses, making it a solid choice for enthusiasts. In contrast, <strong>New York City<\/strong> (No. 344), despite having some of the <strong>highest interest<\/strong> in the sport, struggles with <strong>low course numbers<\/strong> and <strong>poor-quality options<\/strong>.<br><\/li>    <li>Despite Florida\u2019s warm weather and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-cities-for-golfers\/#rankings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">love of golf<\/a>, only <strong>six cities<\/strong> landed in the<strong> top half<\/strong> of our ranking. <strong>Jacksonville <\/strong>(No. 148) and <strong>Orlando <\/strong>(No. 105) stand out, showcasing <strong>strong interest<\/strong> and <strong>active disc golf communities<\/strong>. However, despite this enthusiasm, there is <strong>poor access<\/strong> to quality courses across most of the state.<br><\/li>    <li><strong>Missouri<\/strong> offers a mixed bag for disc golf aficionados. <strong>Independence <\/strong>(No. 150) boasts <strong>good access<\/strong> but suffers from <strong>low interest<\/strong>, while <strong>Kansas City, MO, <\/strong>(No. 21) shines with <strong>great access<\/strong>, a <strong>strong community<\/strong>, and <strong>high interest<\/strong> in the sport. Head to the suburbs and <strong>Lee\u2019s Summit<\/strong> (No. 164 ) offers <strong>excellent access<\/strong> and <strong>quality courses<\/strong>, though it lacks strong community engagement.<br><\/li>    <li><strong>St. Louis <\/strong>(No. 192), my hometown, stands out with <strong>great access<\/strong>,<strong> interest<\/strong>, and <strong>community involvement<\/strong> in disc golf. However, the city needs to work on maintaining its courses to fully capitalize on the sport\u2019s potential. My favorite disc golf course is at <a href=\"https:\/\/udisc.com\/courses\/jefferson-barracks-park-disc-golf-course-DlaP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jefferson Barracks Park<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1DAez0eoaXqlbpkyhL553MwV4C0eEHQeRndj6mexkXWs\/edit#gid=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">High-resolution images of cities<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Main Photo Credit:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/disc-golf\/164398333?prev_url=detail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jopetsu<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Which U.S. cities are best for throwing your discs and nailing that perfect shot? 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