Disc golf is experiencing a surge in popularity worldwide, and this trend is evident in places like Fort Tuthill Disc Golf Course in Flagstaff, AZ, which sees consistent player traffic. This growth isn’t limited to Flagstaff; courses around the globe, from major cities to smaller towns, are seeing increased participation. Several factors contribute to this expansion, including the accessibility of courses for new and experienced players, the affordability of the sport, and the increasing availability of disc golf equipment from retailers. The sport’s appeal and accessibility are driving its continued growth across diverse locations and demographics.
Here are some statistics that highlight the sport’s growth:
- Courses:There are now over 16,000 disc golf courses worldwide, with 3.2 new courses installed per day in 2024. 89% of these courses are free to play.
- Participation: The UDisc app, a popular disc golf app, has over 1.26 million users who played 20.1 million rounds of disc golf in 2024.
- International Growth: Disc golf is played in 91 countries, with the United States leading the way with over 10,000 courses. Emerging disc golf hotspots include Colombia, Poland, Uganda, and Latvia.
- Tourism: 87% of disc golfers traveled at least 20 miles to play a round of disc golf in 2024, and 53% plan to take a disc golf trip in 2025.
Read the full article and fact sheet at UDisc’s blog here: https://udisc.com/disc-golf-growth-report
