There is a moment, somewhere around the fourth hole at Sandy Lakes Disc Golf Course, when you stop thinking about your to-do list entirely. The disc leaves your hand, arcs over a stand of mature oaks, and either threads the gap perfectly or disappears into the rough with a satisfying rustle. Either way, you are grinning. That is what Sandy Lakes does to people, and it is why this under-the-radar gem tucked inside Sandy Lakes Park on the west side of Lewisville keeps pulling regulars back week after week.
Disc golf has been quietly exploding in popularity across North Texas, and Lewisville’s Sandy Lakes course is one of the better-kept examples of why. The layout winds through a genuine green space — tall trees, open meadows, and just enough topography to make every hole feel like its own small puzzle. It is free to play, open to the public dawn to dusk, and welcoming to every skill level from total beginner to seasoned thrower who travels with a dedicated bag full of drivers, mid-ranges, and putters.
If you have never picked up a disc before, do not let that stop you. The rules are essentially the same as ball golf: fewest throws to complete each hole wins. You throw from a tee pad, navigate natural terrain, and aim for a metal basket with hanging chains that catch the disc when you nail the shot. That chain clatter is one of the most satisfying sounds in outdoor recreation, full stop. A basic starter disc costs less than ten dollars at most sporting goods stores, and plenty of players show up with a single all-purpose disc and have a wonderful time.
The course tends to be busiest on weekend mornings, so if you prefer a more relaxed round with room to pace yourself and take in the scenery, a weekday late morning or early afternoon is ideal. The park itself has shaded areas and benches, making it a comfortable outing even on warmer Texas days, provided you bring water and a little common sense about sunscreen.
What genuinely sets Sandy Lakes apart from other free municipal courses in the area is the quality of the tree coverage and the thoughtful layout. Holes vary in length and challenge, meaning you are not just standing in a flat field throwing in a straight line over and over. There is real strategy involved — reading the wind, picking your flight path, deciding whether to play it safe or go for the aggressive line through the trees. That variety is what keeps the game interesting whether it is your first round or your fiftieth.
Go with a friend, bring a cooler for the car, and plan on a couple of hours minimum. You will almost certainly want to play a second round before you leave. Sandy Lakes Disc Golf Course is proof that some of Lewisville’s best afternoons cost nothing at all.
