The recommended field set-up for Extreme Distance is a flat, grassy rectangular area, 50 yards x 100 yards, that is clear of obstructions.

Canines must not cross the throwing line until the disc leaves the thrower's hand. Thrower may not step on or over the line at the time of the throw. A canine may be restrained with the aid of a helper if desired. Catches will be measured from the start line to the point where the rear-most leg of the canine contacts the ground at the time of the catch. Successful tipped catches will be counted as being caught at the point where the canine first made contact with the disc regardless of the point that the canine actually becomes in full possession of the disc.

In the Hyperflite Extreme Distance Challenge, due to national and world record considerations, the Hyperflite K-10 Competition Standard disc, Wham-O standard Fastback disc, or Hero disc must be used. Competitors receive a sixty-second time period in which to make as many attempts as they wish. If the disc leaves the throwers hand before time is called, it will be scored. Competitors may change discs between throws.