Whitehorse has become a quiet gem in the Canadian disc golf world. Five courses, each with its own character, all set against a backdrop that most players would fly across the country for. I've lived here my whole life and I've played every one of these layouts more times than I can count — here's my honest take on each one.
1. Solstice DiscGolfPark
Solstice is where I'd take anyone playing disc golf in Whitehorse for the first time. It's the most accessible of the five — well-maintained fairways, clear sightlines, and a layout that rewards good form without punishing beginners too harshly. The name comes from its position: on a clear summer evening in June, you can finish a full round with the sun still well above the horizon.
The course has a mix of open and wooded holes, which keeps things interesting without ever becoming genuinely punishing. Experienced players tend to find it on the shorter side, but it's excellent for working on accuracy and reading the Yukon wind — which can be a factor anywhere in this city.
- Best for: Beginners, families, first-timers
- Signature hole: The long sweeping dogleg right on hole 7
- Watch out for: The breeze off the valley — it shifts unpredictably
2. Mt. McIntyre
Mt Macintyre is the course that disc golfers who live here love and visitors underestimate. The elevation changes are real, the trees are tight, and several holes require you to shape your disc around natural obstacles with real precision. It's the kind of course where a bogey can feel like a victory and a birdie feels earned.
The views from the upper holes are worth the climb alone — on a clear day you can see across the Yukon River valley in a way that makes you stop mid-round just to take it in. Bring your patience, your fairway drivers, and your uphill legs.
- Best for: Intermediate to experienced players
- Signature hole: The steep uphill par 4 with a narrow corridor
- Watch out for: The disc-hungry spruce on holes 4 and 11
3. Mt Sima DiscGolfPark
Mt Sima is the ski hill in winter and a disc golf venue in summer — a combination that makes for a uniquely Yukon experience. The course uses the ski runs and surrounding forest to create a layout that flows naturally down the mountain. It's one of the more physical courses in the city; your legs will know they've worked by the end.
The open ski run holes play long and fast when the wind is behind you, but punishing when it's in your face. The forested holes offer relief from the wind but demand clean lines. It's a fun contrast that keeps your bag guessing.
- Best for: Players who enjoy variety and a physical challenge
- Signature hole: The long downhill throw from the top of the main run
- Watch out for: The rough hiking between some basket and tee combinations
4. Golden Horn Executive
Golden Horn Executive is the locals' favourite for a reason. The layout is tight enough to be interesting but fair enough to keep you coming back. It sits in a beautiful section of forest and the natural terrain — small undulations, root systems, and creek crossings — makes it feel like you're really playing in the wild rather than on a groomed park layout.
This is the course I go to when I want to sharpen my mid-range game. Distances are moderate but the lines are precise, and the wooded sections demand a controlled release every time.
- Best for: Intermediate players and above; great for regulars
- Signature hole: The creek crossing on hole 9
- Watch out for: The underbrush — lost discs are real here
5. Meadow Lakes
This is the course for anyone who loves wide open spaces and distance throws. Taking advantage of long fairways, water hazards, and manicured terrain, Meadow Lakes plays completely differently from the other four. If you throw a big hyzer or anhyzer line, this is where to do it.
It's probably the most beginner-accessible course in terms of finding your disc — nothing gets lost in dense forest here — but the distances and the wind off the open ground give experienced players plenty to work with.
- Best for: Distance players, beginners who want to find their discs, golfers who are curious about the disc version
- Signature hole: The long straight par 5 over the water
- Watch out for: The elevation change on the back nine is sneaky
Which Course Should You Play?
If you've never played disc golf before: Solstice DiscGolfPark or Meadow Lakes. Both are forgiving and fun, and you'll leave smiling.
If you play regularly and want a challenge: Mt. McIntyre or Golden Horn Executive. These will test you.
If you want the full Yukon experience — elevation, ski hills, and mountain views: Mt Sima DiscGolfPark.
Or book a tour with us and let your guide recommend the best fit based on your group's experience level and energy on the day. We've never had a group leave disappointed.