Where to play Disc Golf in the Gisborne Region

Gisborne offers some brilliant disc golf experiences in NZ's easternmost region, where every course features accessible 9-basket layouts that won't intimidate newcomers. From the gorgeous botanical gardens to the unique racetrack perimeter layout, there's plenty of variety to keep your rounds fresh.

Don't miss coastal play at Wainui Beach (chuck a few drives, then grab your surfboard!) or the historic Tolaga Bay course near NZ's longest wharf. The best part? Everything's free to play (just check in during school hours at Tolaga Bay). Perfect for casual rounds while exploring the first place in the country to greet the morning sun!

Gisborne Botanical Gardens Disc Golf Course FEATURED

Botanical Gardens, Aberdeen Road, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEEPADS: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course set in the beautiful Gisborne Botanical Gardens. Mix of open fairways and technical shots through mature trees and garden features.

Gisborne Racecourse Disc Golf Course FEATURED

Makaraka Racecourse, Main Road, Makaraka, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEEPADS: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course set around the perimeter of the horse racing track. Open fairways with some strategic tree placements.

Harry Barker Reserve Disc Golf Course

Harry Barker Reserve, Lytton Road, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEEPADS: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course in a sports field complex. Mostly open fairways with minimal obstacles. Good for beginners.

Tolaga Bay Area School Disc Golf Course SPECIAL

Tolaga Bay Area School, 13 Solander Street, Tolaga Bay 4077

  • PRICE: Free to play (with permission)
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEEPADS: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course located on school grounds. Permission may be required during school hours. Near the historic Tolaga Bay Wharf.

Wainui Beach Disc Golf Course FEATURED

Stock Route Road, Wainui Beach, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEEPADS: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket coastal course near the popular Wainui Beach surfing spot. Features some wind challenges and scenic ocean views.