Best Backyard Disc Golf Course Kits
Updated How we research
Kan Jam Disc Golf Set Step Up - 3 Discs (150-170g) and 2 Baskets, Quick Pop-Up Baskets for Yard Games
Kan Jam's Disc Golf Set Step Up with 3 discs (150-170g) and 2 quick pop-up baskets for backyard yard games.
Dynamic Discs 3-Disc Golf Set with Bag - Putter, Midrange and Driver plus Cadet Shoulder Bag, Towel and Mini (Heather Gray)
Dynamic Discs' 3-Disc set with a Cadet shoulder bag, towel and mini in Heather Gray, an all-in-one beginner kit.
A backyard course lives or dies on layout, not on how much gear you buy. Kits typically bundle several targets or baskets with tee markers so you can set a short loop across a yard or field. What varies is target quality, how many holes the kit supports, and whether anything is meant to stay outside year-round. Ground anchoring matters as soon as wind or a sloped lie enters the picture. We weighed target count, catch quality, weather tolerance, and how quickly the whole set moves when you mow or reset a layout. Kits with lighter targets suit renters and temporary layouts on shared land, while heavier kits with real chains suit an owned yard where the course stays put. Measure your longest available line before paying for extra holes you cannot space properly.
The short version
We compared 8 picks. Our scores range from 6.2 to 8.2 out of 10.
- Best overall:Kan Jam Disc Golf Set Step Up - 3 Discs (150-170g) and 2 Baskets, Quick Pop-Up Baskets for Yard Games. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.2/10.
- Also great value:Dynamic Discs 3-Disc Golf Set with Bag - Putter, Midrange and Driver plus Cadet Shoulder Bag, Towel and Mini (Heather Gray). Value score of 9/10, overall 8.1/10.
- Solid build:MVP Disc Sports 3-Disc Electron Disc Golf Starter Set (Colors and Models May Vary). Build and materials score of 8/10, overall 7.2/10.
- Feature-rich:Innova Disc Golf Starter Set with Bag - Driver, Mid-Range, Putter and Mini Marker. Features score of 7/10, overall 8.1/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
- 1.Kan Jam Disc Golf Set Step Up - 3 Discs (150-170g) and 2 Baskets, Quick Pop-Up Baskets for Yard Games8.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 2.Dynamic Discs 3-Disc Golf Set with Bag - Putter, Midrange and Driver plus Cadet Shoulder Bag, Towel and Mini (Heather Gray)8.1/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 3.Innova Disc Golf Starter Set with Bag - Driver, Mid-Range, Putter and Mini Marker8.1/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 4.MVP Disc Sports 3-Disc Electron Disc Golf Starter Set (Colors and Models May Vary)7.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 5.Lenwen 29 Inches Mini Disc Golf Baskets with 10 Flying Discs6.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 6.Starter Disc Golf Set - Red Disc Golf Bag, 2 Fairway Drivers, 2 Midrange Discs, 2 Putt and Approach Discs6.5/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 7.Disc Golf Starter Set with Bag - 2 Putters, 2 Mid-Range, 2 Drivers, Mini Disc and Towel6.3/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 8.Disc Golf Tee Pad - Portable - Grass Like Feel (9 Hole)6.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
#1Kan Jam's Disc Golf Set Step Up with 3 discs (150-170g) and 2 quick pop-up baskets for backyard yard games.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 2 quick pop-up baskets set up in seconds for a mini yard course
- + 3 discs at 150-170g are real throwing weights, not just toys
- + Kan Jam is a popular yard game brand known for fun family sets
- - Pop-up baskets are less sturdy than steel chain targets
- - Only two holes, so course variety depends on moving baskets
#2Dynamic Discs' 3-Disc set with a Cadet shoulder bag, towel and mini in Heather Gray, an all-in-one beginner kit.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Cadet shoulder bag, towel and mini come included for a complete kit
- + Putter, midrange and driver cover all the basics for a first round
- + Heather Gray bag offers a neutral, stylish look for any player
- - Check the specific disc molds and weights before buying to know what ships
- - Cadet bag is small and will be outgrown as your collection grows
#3Innova's Starter Set with Bag, including a driver, mid-range, putter and mini marker for a ready-to-play first kit.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10
- + Bag, three disc types and mini marker cover everything for a first round
- + Innova discs are widely used, so replacement molds are easy to find
- + Simple kit reduces decision fatigue for brand-new players
- - Confirm mold names and weights before buying to know what ships
- - Starter bag is basic and small compared with dedicated disc golf bags
#4MVP three-disc set with a putter, midrange and driver in Electron plastic and its Soft and Firm blends. A PDGA approved trio to pair with a backyard basket or target.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + One putter, one midrange and one driver cover every shot on a short backyard layout
- + Electron is described as an ultra-grippy all-weather plastic with a matte texture that flies straighter as it wears
- + PDGA approved discs, so the same set works on a real course later
- - Discs only: no basket, bag or mini marker, so you still need a target for a backyard course
- - Models and colors vary by set, and it costs more than basic toy-store three-packs
#5Lenwen mini disc golf set with one 29 inch basket and 10 small discs about 3.9 inches across. A light plastic target with 18 galvanized chains for kids and casual backyard or indoor play.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Comes with 10 mini discs, so several kids can play a round without sharing a single disc
- + Basket stands about 29 inches tall with 18 galvanized chains, a scaled-down target that suits younger players
- + Assembles by connecting the top cover, basket and base, and the listing covers indoor and outdoor use
- - Mini discs of about 3.9 inches are not regulation golf discs, so it is a game and not real practice
- - Basket is mainly PP and PE plastic from a little-known brand, so it is lighter than steel practice baskets
#6A starter disc golf set with a red bag, 2 fairway drivers, 2 midrange discs and 2 putt and approach discs.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Fairway drivers are easier to control than fast distance drivers
- + Red bag is bright and easy to spot when set down on the course
- + 2 putt and approach discs cover putting and short upshots
- - No distance driver included for longer tournament holes
- - Check the brand and disc weights before buying to judge value
#7A generic starter set with bag, 2 putters, 2 mid-range, 2 drivers, mini disc and towel for new or casual players.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 5/10 · Value 7/10
- + 2 putters let you practice putting without walking after every throw
- + Bag, towel and mini disc make the set ready for real rounds
- + Six discs give some backups if one is lost on the course
- - Check flight consistency before buying if you plan to use these in tournaments
- - Check the weights and molds before buying to know exactly what ships
#8A portable disc golf tee pad with a grass like feel (9 Hole), a set of pads for marking teeing areas.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + 9 Hole set is useful for building a backyard or temporary course
- + Grass like feel offers traction for run-ups and footwork
- + Portable pads can be moved as layouts change
- - Tee pads rather than a putting mat, so it suits course setup more
- - Check the exact material and size before ordering to confirm the fit
Before you buy: trade-offs we flagged
No pick is perfect. These are the main compromises we noted for the top products in this guide, so you can check they will not matter for you.
- Pop-up baskets are less sturdy than steel chain targets (Kan Jam Disc Golf Set Step Up - 3 Discs...)
- Check the specific disc molds and weights before buying to know what ships (Dynamic Discs 3-Disc Golf Set with Bag -...)
- Confirm mold names and weights before buying to know what ships (Innova Disc Golf Starter Set with Bag -...)
- Discs only: no basket, bag or mini marker, so you still need a target for a backyard course (MVP Disc Sports 3-Disc Electron Disc Golf...)
- Mini discs of about 3.9 inches are not regulation golf discs, so it is a game and not real practice (Lenwen 29 Inches Mini Disc Golf Baskets with...)
- No distance driver included for longer tournament holes (Starter Disc Golf Set - Red Disc Golf Bag, 2...)
Frequently asked questions
›What is the best choice among backyard disc golf course kits?
Kan Jam Disc Golf Set Step Up - 3 Discs (150-170g) and 2 Baskets, Quick Pop-Up Baskets for Yard Games is our top overall pick. Kan Jam's Disc Golf Set Step Up with 3 discs (150-170g) and 2 quick pop-up baskets for backyard yard games. It earns our score of 8.2/10, based on fit for the job, features, build and value.
›What is a good budget option?
Dynamic Discs 3-Disc Golf Set with Bag - Putter, Midrange and Driver plus Cadet Shoulder Bag, Towel and Mini (Heather Gray) is the strongest low-cost pick in this guide. Dynamic Discs' 3-Disc set with a Cadet shoulder bag, towel and mini in Heather Gray, an all-in-one beginner kit.
›How much should I expect to spend?
Picks in this guide span See on Amazon price bands (roughly: $ = under $30, $$ = $30 to $100, $$$ = over $100). We never display exact prices because they change constantly, so the buttons above always show Amazon's current price.
›How were these products chosen?
We shortlist products that fit the job this guide solves and compare their published specifications, such as size, capacity, materials and what is included. Each pick gets an editorial score out of 10 for fit, features, build and value, and we write the pros and cons from those details. Our score is not an Amazon customer rating. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, which never affects the ranking.
Disc Golf Nest independently selects every product; we may earn a commission from links above.
Popular right now
- Best Soft Putters for Disc GolfBuying guide
- Best Overstable Drivers for Disc GolfBuying guide
- Disc Golf Weight and Diameter ChartArticle
- Backhand Form BasicsArticle
- Best Fairway Drivers for Disc GolfBuying guide
- Best Understable Drivers for Disc GolfBuying guide
Based on the last 28 days of search and visitor data.