📊 Flagstaff Disc Golf Showdown: Comparing All 5 Course Replays for October 2025! 🌲
We’ve tracked the UDisc stats for all five of Flagstaff’s major disc golf courses for October 2025: Fort Tuthill, McPherson Park, Thorpe Park, NAU, and the seasonal Arizona Snowbowl. Now, let’s put the numbers side-by-side to see which course truly ruled the month and what that reveals about our community!
🥇 The Activity Race: Rounds & Players
Fort Tuthill DGC clearly took the crown for sheer popularity and player volume, though McPherson Park was a very close second, confirming their status as the Flagstaff community’s favorites.
| Course | Total Rounds Tracked | Unique Players | Total Hours Spent | Busiest Day (Rounds) |
| Fort Tuthill DGC | 839 | 383 | 1,609 | Oct 18th (128) |
| McPherson Park | 693 | 305 | 1,231 | Oct 12th (52) |
| Thorpe Park | 434 | 220 | 918 | Oct 18th (57) |
| NAU | 331 | 152 | 499 | Oct 26th (40) |
| Little America | 129 | 88 | 286 | Oct 18th (13) |
| Arizona Snowbowl | 55 | 38 | 122 | Oct 25th (17) |
| TOTAL | 2,481 | 1,186* | 4,665 | N/A |
Note: Unique Player Count is the sum of unique players per course, not the unique players in Flagstaff (many players visit multiple courses!).
✈️ Tourism: Which Course Attracts the Travelers?
Flagstaff is a Disc Golf destination! We looked at the number of players visiting from over 50km/30+ miles away to gauge tourism impact.
| Course | Rounds (50+ km away) | States Represented | Countries Represented |
| Fort Tuthill DGC | 138 | 24 | 1 (USA) |
| Thorpe Park | 69 | 17 | 2 (USA, Norway) |
| McPherson Park | 88 | 22 | 2 (USA, Norway) |
| NAU | 40 | 12 | 1 (USA) |
| Little America | 32 | 8 | 2 (USA, Norway) |
| Arizona Snowbowl | 11 | 4 | 1 (USA) |
Key Takeaways:
- Fort Tuthill is the Tourist Magnet: With 138 rounds from players traveling over 30 miles, it is the clear favorite for road-tripping disc golfers. Its reputation as a high-quality, year-round course is well-established.
- Global Connection: It’s fascinating that players from Norway were logged on three separate courses (Thorpe Park, McPherson Park, and Little America)! Our courses have international appeal!
🎯 Skill Check: Course Difficulty Breakdown
By analyzing the UDisc Round Ratings distribution, we can see which courses challenge different player skill levels the most.
| Course | Most Popular Tier | Total Advanced (200-250) | Total Elite (250+) | Rookie/Beginner (Under 100) |
| Fort Tuthill DGC | Intermediate (259) | 222 | 68 | 58 |
| McPherson Park | Intermediate (279) | 159 | 17 | 33 |
| Thorpe Park | Intermediate (152) | 62 | 4 | 37 |
| NAU | Intermediate (111) | 67 | 22 | 17 |
| Little America | Intermediate (35) | 26 | 2 | 11 |
| Arizona Snowbowl | Intermediate (17) | 4 | 0 | 7 |
Key Insights:
- The Pro Testing Grounds: Fort Tuthill DGC saw by far the most Advanced (222) and Elite (68) rounds, cementing its reputation as the most demanding championship-level course that attracts top-tier talent.
- The Local Workhorse: McPherson Park had the largest single tier of players (279 Intermediate) but fewer Elite rounds than Fort Tuthill, suggesting it serves as the most popular course for the average dedicated Flagstaff player.
- The Rookie Safe Haven: The courses with the highest combined Rookie/Beginner rounds (under 100 rating) were McPherson Park (33) and Thorpe Park (37), making them excellent starting points for new players.
Conclusion: Flagstaff’s Diverse Disc Golf Portfolio
Flagstaff’s disc golf scene is incredibly healthy and diverse, with each course playing a key role:
- Fort Tuthill: The undisputed Champion of Rounds and Attraction for Elites/Tourists.
- McPherson Park: The Community Hub and most popular destination for intermediate, everyday play.
- Thorpe Park: The Consistent Workhorse that reliably draws a solid crowd and hosts important local events (like the upcoming FDGC End of Year Tags).
