Flaherty Park, located in Watervleit (Dutch for "Where the waters meet") is a well thought out short course suited for intermediate level players. Holes 1-6 play through dense woods, while 7-9 are in a more open park setting.

+ Two sets of concrete tees, with colored signs for both. No vandalism or much litter to speak of. Baskets are also high quality, and the kiosk has a picnic table, practice basket, and course map.

+ The wooded holes are tight but fair, with multiple lines to the basket. There's a few unique pin placements, especially 7 and 8.

+ #7 is one of the best 200' holes I've played to date. Multiple lines to the basket with a risk-reward factor with the river in play from start to finish.

- On holes 1-6, the rough is REALLY rough. Thorns, poison ivy, swarms of bugs, high grass, etc. on both sides of most fairways. With the course being as tight as it is during this stretch, it's easy to deflect off a tree and go deep in there.

- #1 is a pretty far walk from the parking lot. Just follow the concrete path along the river until you see the course sign.

- The steepest elevation on the course wasn't utilized to its full potential. #9's tee could have easily been on top of the hill where #8's basket is located.

I'd rate this course around a 3.0 if it was maintained properly, but in its current state, it's below average. If you venture out here, make sure you have a spotter and plenty of bug spray!