Best Disc Golf Accessories of 2026
Once you've got discs, a bag, and decent shoes, the rest of disc golf gear falls into "accessories" - small items that don't show up in the highlight reels but quietly make every round more comfortable, more organized, and less expensive in the long run. None of these are required to play, but each one solves a real problem most players run into within their first few rounds.
Here are the accessories we think are actually worth the money, roughly in the order we'd recommend picking them up.
Top Picks at a Glance
- Best Grip Upgrade Disc Golf Glove See Current Options →
- Best for TournamentsMini Marker Set ~$20 Check Price →
- Best for Wet RoundsMicrofiber Disc Golf Towel ~$15 Check Price →
- Best Disc Saver Disc Retriever Tool ~$35 Check Price →
- Best for Course ManagementGolf Rangefinder ~$93 Check Price →
- Best Stocking StufferReusable Disc Golf Scorecard See Current Options →
- Best for Sweaty Hands Dynamic Discs Dirt Bag ~$10 Check Price →
- Best for Sun Glare goodr OG Sunglasses ~$30 Check Price →
- Best for Putting Practice ChampCap Putting Target ~$39 Check Price →
A snug, grippy glove on your throwing hand can make a noticeable difference in wet, humid, or cold conditions when sweat and moisture make plastic feel slick. Most disc golf gloves are designed with a textured palm for tackiness and breathable backs so your hand doesn't overheat mid-round. If your throws get inconsistent as soon as your hands get damp, this is a cheap fix.
Pros
- Improves grip in wet/humid conditions
- Reduces blisters on high-volume practice days
- Inexpensive, long-lasting
Cons
- Takes a round or two to get used to the feel
- Sizing varies by brand - check measurements
A mini marker disc is used to mark your lie after a throw instead of leaving your full-size disc on the ground - required at most clubs, leagues, and tournaments, and good etiquette even in casual rounds. A set of a few minis means you're never stuck searching your bag mid-hole, and they're small enough to clip to a bag strap or keep in a pocket.
Pros
- Required for most sanctioned events
- Frees up your good discs to keep throwing
- Cheap, durable, easy to keep on hand
Cons
- Easy to lose in tall grass or leaves
Wet grass, morning dew, and rinsing discs after they roll through mud all add up to wet discs - and a wet disc is a slippery, unpredictable disc. A quick-drying microfiber towel clipped to your bag lets you wipe down your disc before every throw, which matters far more for grip and accuracy than most new players expect.
Pros
- Keeps grip consistent in wet conditions
- Dries faster than cotton towels
- Clips easily to most bags
Cons
- Needs occasional washing to stay effective
Every course has at least one hole with water, thick brush, or a steep drop-off that eats discs. A telescoping retriever with a hooked or basket end lets you pull discs back from places you'd otherwise need waders (or a new disc) to reach. If you play a course with any water hazards regularly, this pays for itself the first time it saves a favorite disc.
Pros
- Recovers discs from water, mud, and brush
- Telescoping designs collapse small for your bag
- Pays for itself by saving premium plastic discs
Cons
- Adds bulk/weight to your bag
- Mainly useful on courses with water or deep rough
A laser rangefinder built for ball golf works perfectly well for disc golf and takes the guesswork out of distance. Knowing you're 320 feet from the basket instead of "somewhere between 300 and 400" helps you pick the right disc for the shot - especially useful as you start carrying more discs with different maximum distances.
Pros
- Accurate distances remove guesswork
- Helps you learn your real throwing distances over time
- Works for both disc golf and ball golf
Cons
- Most expensive accessory on this list
- Overkill for casual, scenic-route rounds
A durable, wipeable scorecard sized to fit in a pocket or bag pouch, with rows for tracking par, score, and totals across all 18 holes. Wipe it clean with a damp cloth or eraser after the round and it's ready to go again; no need to grab a paper card from the kiosk every time. It's a small, practical add and an easy stocking stuffer for any disc golfer.
Pros
- Reusable, no constant paper cards needed
- Compact, fits in a pocket or bag pouch
- Inexpensive, easy gift option
Cons
- Needs a pencil or marker and something to wipe it with
The Dynamic Discs Dirt Bag is a palm-sized pouch packed with a mix of small rocks that release a fine, rosin-like dust when squeezed. One tap on your hand before a throw absorbs moisture and restores grip - it is the go-to fix for summer rounds when sweaty palms make every release feel unpredictable. Unlike chalk, the rock mixture lasts through dozens of rounds and air-dries after getting wet.
Pros
- Absorbs hand moisture fast - one squeeze is all it takes
- Rock mixture lasts far longer than chalk or sawdust bags
- Air-dries and reactivates if it gets wet during a round
- Small enough to pocket or tuck in any bag side pouch
Cons
- Fine dust coats gear if stored loose - keep it in the included baggy
- Heavy sweaters may need to reapply every few holes
Tracking a disc against a bright midday sky is a lot easier when you're not squinting through glare. The goodr OG is a no-slip, no-bounce polarized sunglass built for running and other sweaty sports, which happens to make it a great fit for a full disc golf round too - it stays put through your run-up and follow-through instead of sliding down your nose or bouncing off with every step.
Pros
- No-slip grip coating and silicone nose pads keep them locked in through your release
- Polarized, UV400 lenses cut glare so it's easier to pick up your disc against the sky
- Snug, lightweight frame doesn't bounce during the drive or follow-through
- Dozens of color and lens combinations, most under $30
Cons
- One frame size - can feel snug if you have a larger head
- Lens tint is fixed per pair, so you can't swap lenses for changing light
The ChampCap is a fitted cover that stretches over your home basket and shrinks the catch area down to a 13-inch opening, cutting your realistic catch points roughly in third. Instead of getting away with lazy putts that clip the edge of the chains, you're forced to actually hit the middle every time - which is exactly the habit you want before you're standing over a putt that counts on the course.
Pros
- Shrinks the target so only center-hit putts count as makes
- No tools needed - stretches on and off in seconds
- Durable 1000D Cordura fabric holds up to daily practice sessions
- Builds the same muscle memory pros use for tournament-tight putts
Cons
- You need a basket at home already; this doesn't replace one
- Sized for standard baskets, so double check your basket's rim before buying
What to Buy First
If you're prioritizing, start with a mini marker set - it's the cheapest item here and the only one that's actually required at most organized play. From there, a towel and glove are the next-best value for improving your actual throws. A disc retriever and rangefinder are bigger purchases worth waiting on until you know your home course well enough to know if they'll get used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any of these accessories to start playing?
No. Discs, and eventually a bag, are the only true essentials - see our Beginner's Guide for the full breakdown. Accessories are quality-of-life upgrades you can add over time.
Are mini markers really required?
For casual rounds, no - but it's good etiquette to mark your lie rather than leaving a full-size disc on the fairway. For leagues, clubs, and PDGA-sanctioned events, a mini marker (or approved alternative) is typically required.
Is a disc golf-specific glove different from a regular golf glove?
Disc golf gloves are usually designed for a fuller-hand grip on a flat disc rather than a club handle, with textured palm patterns for tackiness. A ball golf glove can work in a pinch, but a disc golf-specific glove will generally feel better for the actual throwing motion.