-The basket and teepads and in great conditition. While the tees are not concrete they provide great footing and are easier on the joints.
-The hollow the course starts off with a couple of duece runs, then hole three is legit par four hole with a tricky watery pin. Holes four and seven are long annys into procteded greens. Hole five is the pond shot, this is a great ace run from either pad I hole you would want to empty the bag on. Hole 6 is a Hyzer hole bewteen a school bus and a barn. Hole Eight has a mando to keep you out of seven's fariway.
-The hills Right away on hole nine you get the great elevation, while this shot is not of great distance the angle and hill make it very scary. The way Howie brings you up the hill is great with a variety of shots you gradually work yourself up. Holes 10 and 13 have awesome hyzer fairways through mature trees. Holes 12,14 and 15 have awesome pin placements around rock boulders. Hole 17 is a instant favorite hole up and down a huge ravine, this hole could make or break you round.
-The greens are what sets this course apart from the rest of the pack. Holes 1 and 18 have man made elevated pins, these are the good kind of man made were the pin is elevated by a skinny stack of rocks and not a small mound of dirt that force unfair rollaways. The water greens on two three and five will make am players opt for laying up when shooting the wrong direction at the pin. Laying up when on the wrong side of 9 and 11 make the drive not about getting there but getting to the sweet part of the green so the duece shot want float off a ten foot drop. The two boulder holes are insane the elevation change on 12 is the best up hill I have played. The boulders and rock wall protect 15 green but seems like a drive could bounce right off said wall into the basket.
-Private the owner and his son were very friendly and helpfull, his son got three of the four disc we threw in the water back. I could really get into the private course thing no causals getting in the way and not waiting on a single tee pad always makes for a relaxing round. You can see the money the get from the greens fee is going right back into the course.
-The signs are the best I written descriptions set them above any map the time and effort put into making sure you understand where huge dropoffs are is so nice.

-Hole's 7 and 8 are kinda close but the mando is well placed I just want people to know that these two fairways run parrell and the mando is there for safety.
- There are some things all courses have like bugs it was muddy cause we played the day after a huge storm the night before. Little things that every course is gonna have. That being said for the amount of rain they got the night before the hollow was soggy but the hills were fine had grass thoughout the fairways to keep good traction.

Holes 12 and 17 are worth the trip by themselves, Howie couldnt of done a better job putting in the course. The flow and variety of shots is very apleasing to the players who like variety. The detail that has been put in the course is insane and I only see it getting better. Can't wait to get back! Hole 17 is gonna haunt my dreams.

every shot in the book, awesome scenery. played 30+ times, and it will never get old. even if you don't like disc golf, its hard not to like this place. Lovely elevated pin positions on 1 and 18. all positions require strategic positioned shots. best 3 finishing holes around 200 miles. thank goodness for Glenn being willing to climb in the water at anytime to retrieve discs. creek is awesome, pond is stocked with fish, camping available...the list goes on and on...championship level caliber.

none, keep doing what you're doing

completely perfect, disc golf paradise

Great course! Holler in the Hills has some of the most memerable holes I've ever played. From the first tee you can tell you are in for an experience. Most of the holes are reachable with the exception of the tough #3, but don't expect a bunch of gimmie 2s. You have to work for every shot. All holes have well defined fairways with brutal rough if you stray from them. The finishing holes are epic. Nice new Disccatchers are on 2/3 of the holes. It is obvious that a lot of time, dedication, and hard work has been put into this gem. You're the man Howie!

Not very friendly to leftys

Bring your hiking boots!

Holes near water, holes across ravines, holes into the huge faces of outcropped rocks (#15), heck, even holes/tee on TOP of rocks! And as crazy as the endless supply of tree's is, my group didn't lose a single disc until we were throwing a bunch off the tee of 18 for kicks and giggles; and managed to overly hyzer one into the properties pond. };'( If you like 'technical' shots; and playing with strategy, this is absolutely the course for you. If you prefer perfectly manicured courses with very little, or zero rough for a walk-in-the-park round of DG, this is NOT for you. Unlike most so-called 5 star courses, this one actually has many staircases to assist with some of the more inclined area's (although not all; & you'll see why when you play here); and although the pad's are generally rubber, they are almost all enclosed with a wooden frame; and spiked into the groud; so there is very little 'play' underneath them. To those who go out of their way to play here, I salute you; and be assured that you will not have your expectations unmet!

There were a couple of places (around the pond for example) where the banks were rather mushy. On holes 16 & 17, it would be mighty nice to have a knotted rope with which to hold on to while going down, down, down after your tee shot (although that would take one heck of a long section of rope!). A sign at the driveway's entrance would help immensely for 1st timer's as it's just a gravel driveway off of asphalted roads.

I'm doing the 'other thoughts' section first; simply to explain the 'why' I am listing this course as a five instead of a 4.5. I have played everywhere from The 'Turkeynator' near Orlando Florida to Beaver Island State Park a few miles from Niagara Falls, to tiny towns in Iowa, to the renowned Idlewild near Cincinnati; and none of these course have a run of holes like the back 9 at this course...for that fact, not even close. This course was established in 2009...by one man...and for that amount of lone effort, this course is comensurately immaculate! Idlewild, et all have armies of people taking care of them; so any 'cons' listed about the shape of the pads, or the occasionally tied off piece of garden hose as a boundary, need to be taken in this context. Furthermore, it has been verified that the owner/creater of this course is taking every dime donated by those playing the course ($5 a day) to making the course even better. Now, on to the pro's & con's...

The first thing I noticed was the amount of effort that went in to create this course.It is obvious that a lot of planning and sweat was invested to make this course a fun and challenging round of DG. A good combination of shots that require control and good mental attitude to maintain your score. Well worth the trip.

Some of the teepads were a little less than perfect, but no real distraction. I have hit it when the grass needed cutting, but it is a private course and for a guy that also has a job, it is sometimes hard to get everything done,however it doesn't stay that way long. Howie does a great job keeping it playable.

If you are looking for a unique Disc Golf course that is truly a labor of love, you need to visit Hollow in the Hills. You won't regret it.

This is by far the best course in the area. Phenomenal Kentucky Landscape all over the course. Extremely challenging holes over a great hike up and down the hill. I am a low rated am and this course is a challenge I welcome!! There are holes on this course like no other around!
Don't miss this one!!!

Location: It is set on private land that uses all of the natural features to the max. The shot from the boulder to boulder is unreal. The first three holes are bordered by a large creek that does come into play. Shot selection on these holes is critical. This course uses a good balance of distances, with Am pads for the long ones. There is also a small pond that comes into play on hole five and if you're not careful can be a factor on 18.The shot from six around the bus is just wild there easily could have been just a line of trees there but no Howie chose to use a bus, how unique is that. The elevations, along with the blind tee shots really increase the difficulty of this course. As you get to seventeen you are now crossing a large ravine. I could go on about each hole awhile, but you don't want to read my rambling.

The same as most have pointed out the baskets could and I feel will be upgraded. The tees could be better do they affect the game yes but shouldn't they. I mean every tee is different on ever course, are these the worst ever not even close. They aren't a breaking point for me.

This is the best course I have ever had the pleaser to play. If you are anywhere near this course, make a way to play it. I am not a par golfer but I still had fun. This course is difficult some lines are tight some a little forgiving others just make it or miss it. I look forward to the continued work by Howie to make this course better. What other course has a web site that list found disc. Truly a five disc course.

Unique, challenging layout that brings water and or elevation into play on almost every hole. Proof that you do not need a bunch of 800 foot holes to make a great pro level course.

It will be very hard on beginning players. Also very hard if you have problems dealing with elevation changes.

After thinking a while about the course I think that this might be one oft the best examples of a risk reward course. On many holes a missed putt could cost you more than one stroke. Course management is key to good scores.

I just don't see how he doe's it. For the quality of this course you would think it would be at a fancy country club or something. The layout is great with the signs posting everything you need to know. Also has a great easy flow from chains to the next tee. The fairways and everything else is mowed and taken care of. It has so much variaty you can't really get comfortable with just one type of trow like I've seen at most courses. You are always having to adapt from basket to basket, which is the best part about the game, the challange. It is very beautiful place to play, and I just want to thank the guy who made it and takes care of it cause it is the best, and probly the best I'll ever play. Thanks for the course man.

The only thing I can think of is on one of the tee boxs is, (don' remember what tee off it is) It is a built little deck about 4 feet off the ground and I was scared I would fall off of it in the middle of my rotation. If a little guard rail was up, That would be awesome, of maybe make the platform a little wider.

I'm just glad I live pretty close to the course cause if I lived out of state, the gas money would kill me just to go play this course. Cause I would be going back all the time. Thanks again for a kick ass course.

Well defined fairways that will challenge all levels of players. Lots of elevation change and tricky pin placements. Water hazards on several holes. Beautiful course with amazing views. Baskets perched on boulders making true "up" shots.

Tics are the only thing I can think of.

Epic! The most challenging disc golf course in the area. Fairways are pure gaps......distances are perfect.....13+ deuce holes!! Several different shots are needed......and wow, what a view!! The tobaggon course in MI, comes to mind when I played this course for the first time.....in the same class with Idlewild as well.
Benches on every hole.....new fly pads on every hole....and the holes are well marked and easy to find.
The last 3 holes are the best finishing holes I have ever seen.....epic, epic, and more epic....I have played over 100 courses in 12 years, and Holler in the Hills Disc Golf course is in the top 3 all time!!

The baskets are average, but double chains help.....a little rough during the summer months.....wear long socks, bring bug spray, and plenty of water.......this course is a serious workout....but well worth it!!

Howie Baird should be inducted into the Disc Golf Hall of Fame, for this gem he built for us!!
5-1-10 update....Brand New Pro Discatchers???!!! Hole 1 and 18 now elevated with rock from the creek??!! Staircases on tough climbs??!! Lots of bad areas cleaned up??!! School Bus is getting cleaned out and painted for tournament central??!! I thought I read how someone said it wasn't possible to put concrete pads on a boulder.....well guess again........he did it!! I can't wipe a smile off my face when I'm at the Holler.....all life's problems suddenly seem distant....very peaceful and fullfilling......EPIC!!! You HAVE to visit this course if you love disc golf!!

It's an absolutely beautiful course. Great use of terrain. Some of the most unique shots in the world. Have you ever had a teepad on a 7 foot rock? I didn't think so. Have you ever had to throw a righty hyzer around a school bus? That's just two examples that you will rarely see in this world. Previous reviewers have said no tee signs but they are now up and the course flows magnificently. The only possible back up is number 3 because I've personly witnessed a triple circle eleven. Another thing is on more days than not Howie would be more than welcome to show a new comer around the course. Also previously reviewers have commented on the rubber teepads but I've talked to howie about it and he said with the terrain he said concrete teepads can get ruined easily due to the ground so he said he can always move a rubber one that suits the point in time. I encourage you all to come play because howie has but in years and money out of his pocket to make this a championship caliber course.

There are really no cons except the single chain baskets don't like my hyzer putting. But then again what's a good course you don't have to adapt too.

One of the greatest during tournaments for a few bucks his son will get in the creek for your frisbee.