Morristown, TN

Cherokee Park DGC

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Mike C
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Experience: 15.1 years 168 played 74 reviews
4.00 star(s)

An ideal example of an open bomber course drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Apr 15, 2023 Played the course:once

Pros:

+ Every hole is fun and offers something unique. Some offer raw, wide open distance like #15, while others are shorter and densely wooded.

+ Tees and signs are all well done. Distances are accurate and tees are level and smooth.

+ There is a good variety of hole lengths. There are a couple of pitch and putt style holes, like #1 and #16, but there are holes like #2 and #14 that you likely won't reach from the tee no matter how hard you crush it.

+ Course flows well. You won't need a map.

+ Good variety of left and right turning holes. Course favors RHBH overall, but not to the point it feels excessive.

+ Gorgeous property. Few more trees could make the course more interesting, but man it's pretty out here.

Cons:

- Nearly everything is wide open. There's a few wooded holes but for the most part you'll have wide open, forgiving fairways with no ceiling at all.

- Few benches and trash cans. Restrooms next to hole #10's basket, otherwise you're on your own.

- Could use some short tees for rec level players. Pars and distances were good for me and my experience level (500' backhand distance FYI), but players with average arms might be discouraged by the lack of birdie opportunities.

Other Thoughts:

This is the ideal case for an open bomber course.

Holes are long and generally wide open, but always well designed. OB placement means you'll be placing shots rather than simply gripping and ripping.

Holes don't feel long for the sake of being long.

This is an older, broken in course. It seems well loved and with good reason.

I'd make a point to check this course out if you're in the area. It contrasts nicely with the more heavily wooded courses nearby, like Panther Creek State Park.

This is a perfect example of how to make a good open bomber course.
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Jefflogix
Experience: 13.7 years 29 played 13 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Fantastic Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Sep 22, 2012 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

This was a fantastic course with lots of elevation changes and a mix of open and wooded holes. Many different challenges... had to use both hyzer and anhyzer shots off the tee boxes.... definitely not boring. Cement tee-boxes with hole map and distances at every hole. Entire course was mowed and well manicured, except for the wooded areas, of course. Several holes are at the edge of major drop-offs, so you have to be careful when "going for it" or it could cost you an extra 1 or 2 shots. Beautiful scenery around a beautiful lake. Lots of restrooms and trash cans. Just a very fun course to play!

Cons:

The only negative I can think of is that a couple of the baskets and tee areas are close to pavilions or walk ways where people may be congregating, but this was not a big deal, even on a busy Saturday.

Other Thoughts:

I would have to say this is among the top courses I have ever played. If you are near Morristown, TN, it is definitely worth checking out!
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Chris A
Experience: 17.8 years 69 played 3 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Great course from H.B. Clark 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 9, 2012 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Great layout, Great flow. Has some crushes and some good technical shots. Great use of the park.

Cons:

I personally don't like the transition from hole 9 basket to 10 tee pad, but I understand why is is done that way. Some people have a thing for starting and ending next to the main parking lot.

Other Thoughts:

I will be traveling back to MoTown to play this course. Had a blast and it was fun and challenging. This will be a great course to hold tournament play on. Good job H.B.
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