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Little Oaks Disc Golf Course: A Teacher’s Passion Turned Community Treasure

Most people don’t expect to hear the clanging of disc golf chains echoing through an oak grove behind a K–12 school—but they’re there at SAA.

Little Oaks is what happens when a 4th grade teacher with a love for the game looks around campus and says, “You know what would fit here?” Then actually goes out and builds it. It’s not a half-done practice loop or a PE class experiment. It’s a real 18-hole course—technical in spots, open in others, and just plain fun to play.

Winding through trees, past classrooms, and over open fields, Little Oaks is now a favorite of students, local players, and anyone lucky enough to get an appointment on a Sunday. If you like the discs whooshing through the air in the woods and a course with heart, you’ll feel right at home.

Key Takeaways

Topic	Details
Course Name	Little Oaks
Location	Sacramento Adventist Academy, Carmichael, CA
Hole Count	18 holes with grass tees and Black Hole Pro targets
Who Can Play	Invite only — Sundays by appointment
Booking Info	Contact Chris Duckett
Cost	Donations appreciated for course maintenance
Special Features	Elevation changes, wooded and open holes, cart/stroller friendly
Course Status	Open year-round (Sundays only for public)
School Use	Occasionally used for clubs and special events

A Course with Heart (and a Few Tree Kicks)

Little Oaks didn’t come from a grant or a committee. It came from Chris Duckett, SAA’s 4th grade teacher who happens to love disc golf. He started shaping fairways around campus trees in 2022, and over time—with a little sweat, some creativity, and a lot of support—it turned into something special. Some have even said it’s one of the best disc golf courses near Sacramento. Now it’s an 18-hole layout that balances short shots, long drives, elevation changes, and enough curveballs to keep things fun. Local players love it, students use it, and on Sundays, you can too. The name “Little Oaks” is a shoutout to our on-campus preschool and the grove of trees that define the landscape here.

Quick Course Stats

Holes: 18
Par: 55
Total Length: 4,587 feet
Play Time: About 1 hour, 40 minutes
Typical Hole Lengths: Most are between 160–310 feet
Terrain: One level, walkable, with shaded areas and some elevation
Tee Type: Grass
Targets: Black Hole Pro baskets

View full map and details on UDisc →

Want to Play?

Because this is a school campus, play is limited to Sundays by appointment only. Here’s what you need to know:

Play Sundays by appointment
Contact Chris Duckett on Facebook
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Cart & stroller friendly
Restrooms and water available
No dogs or pets
Drug, alcohol, and weapon-free campus

Please help us keep it safe and a family-friendly disc golf experience!

What Players Are Saying

“This course had a big rework since it was first launched and now with the new improvements it is amazing.”
— @timpyapple13, 5-star review on UDisc, April 6, 2025
The Capital City Flyers DGC out of Oak Park in Sacramento, California like this course so much it is in their regular monthly rotation.

Why Built It?

We’re big believers in fresh air, community, and doing things a little differently around here. Little Oaks isn’t just a course—it’s a place where students, families, and disc golfers from around town can come out, throw a few shots, and enjoy the day.

It’s one of the many ways we live out our mission of helping our community grow spiritually, mentally, and physically. And sometimes that growth happens with a disc in hand and a birdie on the scorecard.