Where to play Disc Golf in Taranaki

Taranaki offers quality disc golf with stunning Mount Taranaki backdrops from the championship-level Inglewood Golf Course with pristine fairways to the accessible Merrilands Domain in New Plymouth. The region features New Zealand's pioneering ball and disc golf hybrid course alongside family-friendly layouts near the iconic mountain and surf coast.

Perfect for combining with Mount Taranaki hiking, New Plymouth's coastal walkway, or exploring Taranaki's world-class surf beaches and gardens.

Inglewood Disc Golf Course

Inglewood Golf Course, Egmont Village

  • PRICE: $20 per round
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Turf/Concrete
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 18
  • NUMBER OF TEES: Multiple
  • PAR: 66 (Blue Tees)
  • BASKET TYPE: WG HD2 / RPM Helix 2
  • INSTALLED: 2019
Pay to Play: $20 per round. Course operates on ball golf property, be aware of ball golfers at all times.

Course Notes: New Zealand's pioneering ball and disc golf hybrid course rated 4.7/5. Pristine fairways expertly maintained by full-time greenkeepers with no sheep or dog waste. Stunning Mt Taranaki backdrop throughout. Four layouts including Blue (championship), Red, Green, and Yellow tees. Full clubhouse with bar serving $6 pints and $2.50 toasted sandwiches. Water and restrooms available, cart and wheelchair accessible. Rated best course on North Island by some players. No dogs allowed. Contact: Jason Malyon +64 27 320 2469 / disc@inglewoodgolf.nz / inglewoodgolf.co.nz

Merrilands Domain Disc Golf Course

Merrilands Domain, New Plymouth

  • PRICE: Free to Play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Grass
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEES: Multiple
  • PAR: 27
  • BASKET TYPE: Basket
  • INSTALLED: 2016
Navigation: Relatively restricted pathway between holes 7 and 8, alternative routes available via longer path/access roads. Not stroller friendly.

Course Notes: Established 9-hole course in public park with relatively flat terrain and good variety. Hole 1 by BBQ area next to main carpark with layout map posted. Mix of open and technical shots with some elevation changes. Thursday league play. Restrooms available. Fly-through video available on YouTube (9VoltCrisis channel). Contact: Facebook group

Oakura School Disc Golf Course

Oakura School, Ōakura

  • PRICE: Free to Play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Grass/Deck/Concrete
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEES: Multiple
  • PAR: 32
  • BASKET TYPE: RPM Helix 2
  • INSTALLED: 2024
Access Restricted: Not available during school hours. Outside school hours only.

Course Notes: First primary school in New Zealand to have disc golf course, designed to introduce people to the sport. Multiple layouts available with sudden steep hills on most holes. Access via right side of library down grass to cricket nets for first tee. Views of Kaitake Ranges. Water available in quad area. Cart and wheelchair accessible although steep hills present. Designer: Eamonn Prasser. Contact: eamonnp12@oakura.school.nz. Thanks to RPM Discs NZ for installation support.