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Beech Island, SC

Boyd Pond Park DGC

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thrembo
Diamond level trusted reviewer
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Experience: 49 years 242 played 195 reviews
4.00 star(s)

I Almost Liked It Better Than Langley Pond 2+ years

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Apr 19, 2018 Played the course:once

Pros:

I almost liked it better than Langley because I'm a Grandmaster Rec level player and this course is more suited to my tired old noodle arm. The course has all of the amenities. Great tee signs, excellent turf tees (quickly becoming my favorite type), plenty of next tee signs, and a very nice course map. The course has benches to rest on and more garbage cans than most of the other local courses. There are plenty of elevation changes and the course sits in a nicely wooded (except for a couple open holes) dedicated area of the park. The course is also fun to play. Hole 15 was sweet.

Might be the best 18 holer on this side of the river for rec/new throwers. There were some teachers who had their middle school students on a field trip to the park to play disc golf while we were there. How cool is that? Some of them I think are already as good or better than me.

Cons:

Not too many nags here. It's not a championship level gold course, but that's ok with me. If you desire more of a challenge, Langley or the IDGC are nearby. The rough can be rough in spots and probably gets worse into summer. The course doesn't get anywhere near Boyd Pond, but there are a couple "bogs of stench" that probably get bigger in the rainy season. There are some elevation changes. People with weak constitutions might want to avoid this one. Everyone else will want to wear sturdy hiking shoes and maybe long pants.

Other Thoughts:

This is a wonderful, beautiful course and I highly recommend it!
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willied
Experience: 13.2 years 6 played 3 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Great Course 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 25, 2017 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

There's a pretty good mix/variety of holes here, and the course is well marked and easy to navigate. The area is also quite peaceful. The course is challenging enough to be fun but not so challenging to where it's frustrating. Sure, the open field holes may not be that interesting, but they do offer a nice reprieve from the wooded holes (which are enjoyable, but more challenging).

Cons:

Could maybe use more trash cans (not for me, but rather for the scumbags that leave their trash lying around).

Other Thoughts:

I highly recommend playing here if you're in the area. You'll have a pretty enjoyable round of golf, and if you want you can also go mountain biking across the road. Every time I play I have a good time and I look forward to more rounds here.
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Chained Evil
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 14 years 1113 played 232 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Peaceful technical fun 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 20, 2017 Played the course:once

Pros:

This course offers a good variety of shots. Obviously there are technicals shots here but there are a few holes that will let you air some drives out as well.
The tees are plenty big allowing for a proper run up. Unique in that the tees are astroturf.
Nice mix of short, moderate, and longer holes as well. The signage is nice as is the kiosk with the course map on it.
Dog leg left and right playing holes and the elevation is very nice adding to the challenge of the course.
Benches at many tees. Multiple pins. Protected pins and low ceilings can also be found here.
The flow of the course is logical and there are directional arrows to help keep you going in the right direction.
There are a few ACEABLE holes and many birdies that can be had if you hit the correct lines.

Cons:

The tees on the open holes, holes can get a bit slick with due. Grip may be an issue depending on the time of day that you play.
Footing could also be a bit of an issue due to the terrain. Taking it slow if you are unsure would be wise.
5's tee pad was covered in sand due to the side of the hill washing out a bit. Pad was plenty long so it really didn't affect grip too much however.
A couple of the transitions between holes were a bit lengthy, 4's basket to 5's tee, 5's basket to 6's tee come to mind here.
Bit of a long walk from 18's basket to the parking lot.

Other Thoughts:

This course will make you shape shots and hit your lines. The lines aren't so tight that they are unfair and there are holes where birdies are possible.
Holes 7-10 lacked a bit of wow factor but do offer a change of pace from the technical holes of 1-6. 11 and 12 mix length and lines to better prepare you for the last third of the course. Hole 16 was a nice looking hole where the basket was up on a green with a little pond behind the basket. Sweet! 17 was a nice little up hill hole that you will want to try to run the chains on.
Overall this is a very nice course that offers you with a very solid challenging round. You can work on all aspects of your game on this course. The secluded feel of this course adds to the overall ambiance. If you are in the area I suggest hitting this course up and taking a little drive to play Langley Pond. Both are excellent courses that will offer something for everyone. I would play this one again if I ever get back to this area.
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Upshawt1979
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Premium Member
Experience: 21 years 550 played 429 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Boyd Pond Birdie Shoot 2+ years

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Jun 15, 2016 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Boyd Pond Park DGC is awesome. Several really fun throws, and a chance to birdie just about every hole if you have average skills. The course is decked out with nice turf tee boxes, and new Mach 5 baskets (my favorite), benches on all holes, and excellent signage. There is very nice use of elevation changes spread evenly through the course, and a few flat holes that are more open on the grassy portion of the grounds. Even the wooded holes usually have fairly open and forgiving fairways, especially given the relatively short average distance of each hole. I love this course just because it has huge fun appeal. My favorite holes are 6, 15, and 18. They all have elevated tee pads, and are longish par 3 (for this course anyway, I still throw a putter on two of them), and get a little tougher as you progress. The hiking up and down the hillside is a nice hike, and the layout is quick and kind of easy. Very beginner friendly, but still interesting. Every hole can be reached for a birdie, with 14 and 18 being the most challenging in my opinion. Hole 14 is uphill with a hard right hook at the end, and is slightly more crowded with trees. 18 Is a great finishing hole, dropping significantly in elevation and 361' of distance, par 3, with a few mature trees protecting the basket as you approach. 11 and 15 are no gimmies, either. 11 is flat and long, a 533' par 4, with heavy rough flanking the right side of the fairway. 15 is a fun one, another downhill bomb like 6, but with a smaller window through the trees. I use a putter on both, but 15 takes more of a line drive throw, as opposed to the gradual hyzer that is allowed by the more open fairway at 6. There are a few patches of punishing rough and some thick woods in places if you have a poor drive or a bad ricochet. Overall, if you have moderate disc golf abilities you should have a good chance at shooting under par, maybe way under! Dog friendly as well. Doesn't seem to hold water after summer rain showers.

Cons:

Not a difficult course. The par 4 holes (3 of them) are not super tough, and the old ball golf section is kind of pitch and putt. I would love to see the low scores after a group of pros tore the place up. I kind of like it and some of the fun factor for me might be underwhelming to a more critical reviewer. If holes 7, 8, 9, 10, and 16 (basically the short, flat, mostly open grassy holes) were a little more interesting it would be nice. They're fine, have variation, and not automatic birdies for me. They are aggravating because they should be nearly automatic, and just kind feel a little too ordinary. Watch out for the nasty stuff on hillside that runs to the right side of holes 11 and 12. I shanked one right on 12 during my first round, and a red hornet stung me as I searched for my disc and climbed through the numerous thorny bushes growing there.

Other Thoughts:

I love it, can't tell you enough. I live in an area that is surrounded with very good courses, but this is a very welcome addition. It kind reminds me of Earlewood Park in Columbia, SC, because of the hilly terrain and the great flow through the course. If you live nearby and are demoralized from getting your arse kicked at the recently finished Langley Pond DGP (as I am), and you're ready for a change of pace, then try making the short trip over to Boyd Pond Park DGC. Both are super layouts, with great design and facilities, but there is also a great contrast between them. The simplified, fundamental shots required here are appreciated by me, and can be a terrific boost for the confidence. First round I played at Boyd Pond was on a Monday, and I shot a 60 (+3). I tried to play it again on Tuesday after work, but my friend got lost on the way and ran late, and we were caught by a typical summer rain shower on the 5th hole. We attempted to play 6 but had to call it off because of the drenching. So today is Wednesday, and I have driven 20 minutes each way for 3 consecutive days to play. The course had drained and dried out beautifully. I had a way better round, but I still feel I had bad attempts on at least 3 or 4 drives and I missed 3 birdie putts. I was bogey free and shot a 51 (-6). So check it out if you have the time. There are a lot of higher caliber courses in the vicinity, but this is an instant favorite for me. I might get up early tomorrow so I can play it again before work!
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xCONTRAKTx
Experience: 4 played 1 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Boyd Pond 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 11, 2016 Played the course:once

Pros:

Beginner/intermediate friendly
Plays fast
Half wooded /half open
Some nice elevated tee boxes

Cons:

A couple of straight open holes

Other Thoughts:

Really liked the course, now I don't have to drive over to PK for a quick round!
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