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Hickory, NC

Glenn C. Hilton Memorial Park

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3.985(based on 50 reviews)
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Mando
Bronze level trusted reviewer
Experience: 17.4 years 120 played 27 reviews
4.00 star(s)

aka Paris Hilton 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Feb 13, 2009 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Gorgeous city park with incredibly varied layout. The full monte. Open holes, semi-open holes, holes bordered by water, holes with OB's tight wooded holes, tighter wooded holes, kudzu-filled ravines, heinous pin placements,friendly locals,strong club support, with all the amenities...what more could you ask for ? Well, how about two new holes and a couple of permanent longer position basket options.

Cons:

Hole #3. This is a heavily-wooded sidehill hole that slopes down to the stream. Even if you thread your drive down the microscopic fairway, you have no window with your approach regardless of the pin position. So, chances are either your drive or approach is going to hit a tree and roll dowhnhill in or near the drink. Asssuming you make two miracle shots and are putting for a par, it ain't over till the fat lady sings. In the long position any putt that does not go in the basket can potentially roll way out of your automatic zone for the next putt. Many times after playing this hole, I have to set my bag down and walk down to creek for some time alone with ducks ala Tony Soprano.

Other Thoughts:

Like Paris, this course is easy to look at, but hard to figure. I normally drive mostly with a (RH) forehand, but this course is better suited for driving with a backhand.
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_.-Dut-._
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 25.4 years 111 played 34 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Great Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 3, 2008 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

-A great technial course located in a beautiful and well maintained park.
-Great assortment of open and wooded holes.
-Clean restrooms, water fountains, and great playground and picnic areas for family and kids.

Cons:

Summer weekends can get busy, this doesnt interfere with the course very much but can restrict parking.

Other Thoughts:

This is an amazing course and worth the drive and effort to play. From the first throw to the last putt this course will offer a challenging and enjoyably experience. Hole 18 is one of the best holes youll ever throw. Whether throwing over the gourge for an ace run or trying to park a birdie shot in the longer pin position this hole and course is a must see.
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bgreen
Experience: 16.9 years 34 played 9 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Glenn Hilton 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 30, 2008 Played the course:never

Pros:

This is challenging mostlly heavily wooded, and thin. You will do better if you can throw the thumber and overhead. The course uses A and B basket placement which really mixes it up. With the up and down hills you will be putting from above and below the baskets. 18 is over a deep gorge; it is a fun one.

Cons:

A few of the next holes can be a little hard to find so pay attention to the signs on the tees for the next hole.

Other Thoughts:

This is a very nice course; advanced to pro. It is well worth playing, make the trip.
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