Frequently Asked Questions

A: We provide full-course design services, including site analysis, layout planning, hole design, signage, tee pad planning, basket selection, safety and flow design, and project oversight from concept through installation.

A: Absolutely. Many of our courses are used in PDGA Amateur and Professional World Championships. We understand the requirements for competitive play (hole spacing, tee pad surfaces, mandatory lines, spectator access) and build in flexibility to support both casual and tournament use.

A: Yes. We aim to create a layout that is challenging and fun for advanced players but also fair and accessible for beginners. Good course design will include multiple tee positions, safe lines, and thoughtful hole variety.

A: Definitely. We work with municipalities, park districts, landowners, and clubs to upgrade existing courses or park lands. Whether it's adding permanent baskets, better tee pads, signage, or improving layout/flow, we can help modernize and enhance an existing facility.

A: Safety is the highest priority. We plan for player lines of sight, spectator and public safety, buffer zones between fairways, signage, and logical flow that moves players through the course without dangerous crossings. We also anticipate potential trouble spots during design (terrain, water, obstacles) and mitigate them.

A: Eric McCabe is a PDGA World Champion and veteran disc golfer with over 30 years in the sport. He’s designed 70-plus courses in nearly 30 states. His approach emphasizes safety, fairness, character, and design that highlights the unique geography and landscape of each site.

A: You can contact us via the form on this site (with site location, photos, goals, etc.), or reach out directly via email - eric@mccabecoursedesign.com After reviewing your submission, we’ll schedule a consultation and provide a custom proposal.

Disc Golf is a sport where players throw a disc at a target, usually a metal basket, with the aim of completing each hole in the fewest number of throws possible.

One of the most important aspects of design is ensuring safety is top priority. Hiring a professional to design your course will not only warrant safety but assure the best use of your property. Course design is an art that not everyone has an eye for. It will make or break the popularity of the course. Experience, knowledge, and credibility are all reasons to hire a professional.