Disc Golf-Basic Rules

The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) publish a complete rule handbook., but here are the basics.

Disc golf is played like ball golf, using frisbee golf discs. One stroke is counted each time the disc is thrown, and when a penalty is incurred.

Tee throws must be completed within the designated tee areas. After teeing off, the player whose disc is farthest from the hole always throws first. The player with the fewest strokes on the previous hole is the first to tee off.

Fairway throws must be made with the foot closest to the hole on the spot where the last throw came to rest. The other foot may be no closer to the hole than the foot on this lie. A disc that comes to rest inside the basket or chains constitutes successful completion of that hole. A disc that comes to rest on top of the basket does not constitute a successful putt.

A disc that comes to rest more than 2 meters above the ground is considered unplayable. The disc must be thrown from the ground directly below the suspended disc, with a no stroke penalty. A throw that lands out-of-bounds must be played from the point where the disc went out-of-bounds, with a one stroke penalty. Out of bounds areas are determined locally, but typically include roads, water, pavilions, and walkways.

Never throw until the players ahead of you are out of range, and until the fairway is completely clear of spectators and park guests.