1h 37m
Estimated time
Est. time
2.3mi
Estimated length
Est. length
Mostly flat
Elevation
Elevation
Moderate
Hard
Very hard
Restricted hours
Daily, Sunrise to Sunset. Construction for the plaza will begin soon. Please follow any detour signage, leave layout stakes in the ground, and avoid construction areas. If you play during or after it snows, please shovel the teepads first. Don't use salt! Salt will break down the rough finish on concrete.
Caution
Very muddy
About the course
If you play during or after it snows, please shovel the teepads first. Don't use salt! Salt will break down the rough finish on concrete.
About the Course:
Welcome to the Northwest Branch Disc Golf Course! The 18-hole layout has two 9-hole loops, each of which begins and ends near a future plaza area. Each hole has two sets of teepads (Red and Blue) and most holes have multiple basket locations (on rotation).
The course opened in November 2025 and will remain open during construction of the new plaza. The plaza will serve as a gathering space for the course and will include paved walkways, a covered pavilion, picnic tables, benches, bike racks, a drinking fountain, and portable toilets. A practice basket will also be installed. Please follow all temporary signage during construction; Permanent welcome signage will be installed as part of the plaza. Visit MoCoParks.org/NWBDiscGolf for more information on the upcoming plaza project.
Parking and Access:
Please park in the main lot for the Trolley Museum and walk to the course. This is a shared parking lot. No parking is allowed in the grass areas directly adjacent to the course or blocking any museum access. During Trolley Museum special events, overflow parking will be available along the main entry driveway.
History
This course is Montgomery Parks’ first 18-hole course, constructed in 2025. Montgomery Parks planned for this disc golf course not only because players had been requesting one for years, but it is also recommended in the 2022 Parks Recreation and Open Space Plan (PROS) as a facility type that should be provided to county residents.
The National Capital Trolley Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates historic street cars, trolleys, and trams for the public. Montgomery Parks appreciates the partnership between the disc golf course and the museum. Please respect the museum property and consider stopping by for a visit.
18 holes
Concrete Tees
ChainStar Pro Targets
Dedicated disc golf
Public park
Dogs allowed
Subject to Montgomery County Parks regulations.
Cart friendly
Rolling, natural terrain.
No drinking water available
No restroom available
Stroller friendly
Rolling, natural terrain.
Limited mobility/cane accessible
An ADA-compliant path will provide access to the Red teepad of hole 1, and from the A-basket of hole 18. All holes have been cleared of debris, and most holes are fairly flat, however, there are some steps on holes 13-15.
Established in 2025
Course designers
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Course traffic - Players usually spend 1.5 - 2.5 hours here.
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Contact
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Reviews
Show allUpkeep
4.6
Shot variety/design
4.4
Tee areas
4.7
Signage/wayfinding
4.6
Amenities
3.2
Scenery/views
4.0
@nysgavin
26
Super muddy, tee pads are very slick and covered with mud, some holes are wide open with no thinking involved, and some have a wall of trees with no real lines. LOTS of potential for this course.
After playing Red Tees
@bengrahamputter
68
Great course, probably the best in this proximity to DC. Good variety of shots and suitable for all skill levels between the two layouts. Like all new courses (played 2/18/26) it could use a second pass of trimming some of the low ceiling branches, but I’m sure that will be done in time. Had a blast!
After playing Blue Tees
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Northwest Branch DGC?
How do I get to Northwest Branch DGC?
You can get directions to Northwest Branch DGC by clicking Get Directions, which will open your device's map application with the disc golf course location. The disc golf course is located at 39.097012981693126, -77.03126860766929 in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Do I need to pay to play disc golf at Northwest Branch DGC?
Do I need to pay to play disc golf at Northwest Branch DGC?
Northwest Branch DGC is free to play! Just show up and enjoy the disc golf course.
What is the difficulty and length of Northwest Branch DGC?
What is the difficulty and length of Northwest Branch DGC?
Northwest Branch DGC has 18 disc golf holes and has a difficulty rating of "Moderate", "Hard" and "Very hard". The typical disc golf round at Northwest Branch DGC takes about 2 hours and covers approximately 2.3 miles (3.7 km).
How highly rated is Northwest Branch DGC by the disc golf community?
How highly rated is Northwest Branch DGC by the disc golf community?
Northwest Branch DGC has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 291 community reviews. This is considered a very good course rating by the disc golf community.
What amenities are available at Northwest Branch DGC?
What amenities are available at Northwest Branch DGC?
Northwest Branch DGC offers the following amenities: 18 disc golf holes, cart-friendly paths, pet-friendly areas, stroller-friendly paths. Cart information: Rolling, natural terrain. Pet policy: Subject to Montgomery County Parks regulations. Stroller access: Rolling, natural terrain.
When is the best time to play at Northwest Branch DGC?
When is the best time to play at Northwest Branch DGC?
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What are the current conditions of the disc golf course at Northwest Branch DGC?
What are the current conditions of the disc golf course at Northwest Branch DGC?
Current disc golf course conditions: Very muddy. Check the course details above for the most recent updates on the disc golf course status and any temporary changes.
How can I record my disc golf round at Northwest Branch DGC?
How can I record my disc golf round at Northwest Branch DGC?
You can record your disc golf round using the UDisc mobile app. If on your phone, tap the "Start a Round" button at the bottom of this page to begin navigating Northwest Branch DGC and recording your disc golf round. The app provides GPS-enabled disc golf hole maps, scorekeeping, and statistics. Upgrade to UDisc Pro for advanced features like detailed statistics and course traffic information.