Parking in a flat area , then walking across the street to what looks like a mountain was something to see . Walk along the path and keep a chain link fence to your immediate right ( you should be able to touch this fence ) . There is a large kiosk about 100 yards from the road . The General starts in an odd space . You have to go to where #4 on the Hill course is , stay right and follow a path ( hoping it is the right one ) to #1 which , if looking at the hill from the lot , would be very far right .Plenty of parking next to the soccer field and a Port O Let in view . There were no rest rooms once you cross the street .
The Equipment - There are large rubber mats for tee pads . The Baskets are nicer than The Hills course . They are Yellow banded Discatchers with american flags on the tops . There are plenty of Next Tee signs on some trees , but you will still have to look for a tee or 2 . Print a map . It might come in handy , later . The Tee signs are very good , telling you the necessary points ,the flight path and the elevation change on the left . There are some benches here , too .
The Landscape . The elevation on this course is crazy . The General occupies the back half of the hill that the first course ( The Hill ) sits . Add in the fact that the course is all woods holes , and that there are rock formations and boulders everywhere , then you have a technical nightmare for the grippers and rippers . The rock features make this course somewhat scenic .This course was clean and the tee pads were cleared when I came to play here on a Thursday morning .
The Highlights - #1 , 378' , starts you off . Don't let the distance fool you . Throwing this long narrow fairway to the left and you wind up in a tree line , the right send you off a steep hillside . #8 is a nice uphill 274' that plays much longer , to a basket hidden and up on a 2nd boulder . #11 is a downhill drive through a keyhole fairway , the basket will eventually show up on the right . #17 snakes rt to lft , back to rt with a boulder in play . Tought to do with a limited sized fairway .
Signature Hole - # 10 408' . It is a long downhill sloping drive breaking slowly right to left . The last part is an uphill finish over a large rock guarding the small green .
Disc Risk - If no autumn leaves are clogging the fairways and just off of them , then disc risk is low . Other than your disc hitting one of them many trees here , or clipping a fairway rock and standing up , your biggest chance will be a rollaway .
The Time - It took me about 75 minutes to play this course . A group of 4 will get through in just over 2 ours and 15 minutes .
Scenic -The woods is kind of quiet on weekday mornings , and the large rock groups enhance the decor of this woods course
The course had several on it . I think that the course can be very popular during peak times .
Make sure you bring plenty of water to the course . The constant elevation changes will take it's toll on both your legs and your hydration .
If you want to shed pounds and have fun , play this course 3 times a week .

#1 Safety - It will be a handful to stay upright on The General after a rain , snow , ice or even the leaves o these hillsides . One of the holes has a long rope to help lead you down to the bottom because of the steepness . Wear Hiking boots if you have them so you don't turn or break an ankle .
#2 Navigation - Even with the map and the next tee signs , I was wandering around a couple of places early in the round . maybe 3-4 and 6-7 . If not playing with a local , be prepared to hunt for some of the tees .
#3 Same obstacles - The fairway alleys change , and the rock formations are cool , but there are the same likenesses in the holes here . If you were to play all 36 holes on this hill , you would have tight fairways , with noticeable elevation changes , rocks and/or boulders in play . Nothing breaks this pattern up . Not slamming it , just pointing it out .
Make sure you use bug spray . They get tough on you after you start to sweat .

If you climb this hill , and play The General , then play the Hill , you should at least get a salute , then a cold beer . 2 Courses off of the same large hill , and they don't even overlap . Don't rush through these courses . Take your time and enjoy the nature , the woods and the rocks . It's a scenic course . The General is a bit longer than the Hill course , and a bit more difficult . I'm not sure about a lot of variety , but The General gives you plenty of challenge to your round . Ken Gary , the course designer , should be commended for his work . It's hard to believe that this course is free to play and is run solely by volunteers and the local Disc Golf Club . Thanks . There is a donation box near the kiosk , if you would like to drop a few bucks in there . I'm sure it goes right back into the course . Hawks Nest is a local disc golf pro shop on the other side of this hill . They organize a lot of activities , so check out the store while here .
Also , make sure you check the course facepage so you don't waste a trip coming here . From spring thru fall , the have singles on Wednesday evenings and Sunday morning doubles .
My Recommendation - Too long and hilly for dates , intros and families . Depending on their playing strength , locals might play here . Intermediates thru pros will prefer to play the General over The Hill . This is a good place for the traveler to get in a round , since it is close to highways , right in Devens , and on the way to/from Boston and Salem . The Course Collector will like the fact that it is just off of Rt 2 and in between I-190 and I-495 , and you can grab 2 courses in the span of 1 morning here . It's rocky , it's challenging , and a fitness walk + . PLAY IT !!!!

A ton of elevation changes. Challenging uphill 275-300 ft holes along with downhill 350-425 ft holes. Easy to navigate despite it's raw state - the local guys deserve credit. Most importantly it maintains the spirit of the hill the original course was founded on. Bring your hiking boots and be ready for a workout - this time with some longer holes. And no gimmicks. (maybe 18 with the blind two path shot or #12 pin). Temp signage on most of the holes is helpful.

Not a con for me, but it's no stroll in the park. The tee pads aren't done yet so you need to be careful with your footwork. There is still brush on the edges so you need to keep an eye on your disc. Temp signage on a few of the holes is missing, or simply not accurate.

I went right on #4 and landed on a 30 ft boulder with a huge drop further right. Taking my second shot from there made me think this is what Deven is all about. Ken & crew did a great job expanding an already nice layout with this 18. I look forward to the addition of tee pads and other improvements.