If I needed a reminder of how hilly portions of Winston-Salem are, Crossnore DGC was a great reminder. Elevation turned what should have otherwise been a mediocre layout into a surprisingly fun (mostly) pitch-n-putt.
- So much better than it had any right to be. Even the wide-open holes (#4 & 9) are fun thanks to big elevation drop-offs.
- For a short course, there are a lot of holes that you may be wanting to throw multiple discs. A lot of ace runs or a bad roll away down a hill will make you go back to the bag.
- A lot of strategically placed baskets. Holes behind trees (#2) close to trees/low hanging branches (#3, 5, 6) or on the edge of slopes (#3 and 8). Being hole high, but 30 feet to the right of #8's basket, I could either try making a run for the basket or lay up for an easy 3. With a big drop-off behind the basket, a missed putt meant I would be looking at a 60-footer uphill for par. And, the hole is only 189 feet.
- Throw in some old, historic buildings, you have a cool vibe this entire course. Rolling hills beyond #1 & 2, and the road below on the right side of #5 & 6 give additional cool views.
- Great course for casual players. There's a high fun factor here. There's also a high degree of luck involved giving it an extra challenge.

Not the toughest of layouts. Advanced players won't notice the slopes, trees, or branches that come into play. Advanced players will be making a run at a score of 18.
- Depending on what else is going on here, some holes may not always be available.
- The description for the course says it's open for play when the gate is open. It doesn't specify what that means. I interpret that to mean there may be days someone expects it to be opened only to show up and see a locked gate.
- #1 is the worst hole. Simple and wide open. It's a dud to start the round.
- Parking lot is extremely small. Between the course and hiking trail, the lot could fill up fast on a weekend.

For a short, simple layout, I enjoyed Crossnore. If you're saying make a fun 1900-foot course, Crossnore is one of the better layouts you'll find.
- Course can easily be played with only a disc or two. The two longest holes are the big downhillers, so they play considerably shorter than their listed distances.
- I enjoyed throwing around some of the ivy-covered trees. Another enjoyable visual.
- Baskets and tee signs are in good shape.
- Course was extremely easy to navigate. I created the map on UDisc so I was playing blindly. Wasn't an issue.
- This course scores high on the fun-factor scale; not so much on the challenge scale.
- Still, it's worth a play if you're in the area. Nice addition to this venue.