Where to play Disc Golf in Gisborne

Gisborne offers disc golf in New Zealand's easternmost region, where the sun rises first. The area features accessible 9-basket layouts from the scenic Botanical Gardens to coastal Wainui Beach near popular surf breaks. Courses provide open fairways with some technical challenges through gardens and coastal terrain.

Perfect for combining with surf culture at Wainui Beach, visiting the historic Tolaga Bay Wharf, or exploring the East Coast's remote beauty and Māori heritage.

Gisborne Botanical Gardens Disc Golf Course

Aberdeen Road, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to Play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEES: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course set in Gisborne's beautiful Botanical Gardens. Mix of open fairways and technical shots through mature trees and landscaped garden features creates varied play in this scenic setting.

Gisborne Racecourse Disc Golf Course

Main Road, Makaraka, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to Play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEES: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course set around the perimeter of Makaraka Racecourse. Open fairways with strategic tree placements provide a unique playing experience at this horse racing venue.

Harry Barker Reserve Disc Golf Course

Lytton Road, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to Play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEES: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course in sports field complex with mostly open fairways and minimal obstacles. Beginner-friendly layout in community recreation area.

Tolaga Bay Area School Disc Golf Course

13 Solander Street, Tolaga Bay 4077

  • PRICE: Free to Play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEES: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket course on school grounds near the historic Tolaga Bay Wharf, New Zealand's longest. Permission may be required during school hours. Worth visiting this East Coast community for both disc golf and the iconic wharf.

Wainui Beach Disc Golf Course

Stock Route Road, Wainui Beach, Gisborne 4010

  • PRICE: Free to Play
  • TEEPAD TYPE: Natural
  • NUMBER OF BASKETS: 9
  • NUMBER OF TEES: 9
  • PAR: 27

Course Notes: 9-basket coastal course near popular Wainui Beach surfing spot. Wind challenges and scenic ocean views make this ideal for combining disc golf with surf culture.