FANTASTIC signage! One of the best marked courses I've seen (and I've played 82+ so far.) So pleasurable to play a well marked course. ... Nice tight lines/fairways. ... Concrete tee pads, albeit a bit short. ... An actual difference between long 'n short tees.

It was a bit muddy and slippery, but it was raining when I played! ... I could see it becoming quite dense if you leave the fairway in the summer, but I played in the spring so it was no problem.

Did I mention great signage?! .. I was passing through the area so I only played 2 rounds, but it was a fun course that was well marked for a first time playing the course.

The Back 40 at Johnson UMC is a secluded piece of property behind the church campus. The course, now 18 holes, is carved out of scenic woods and grassland.

+ You're greeted at the entrance with a beautiful hand carved arch. The kiosk area has a lost disc return, information board, and even beginner disc bags for newbies to borrow. There is also a practice basket.
+ When I initially played and reviewed this course almost four years ago, it was in its very early stages and pretty rough around the edges. Fast forward to now, and the course is maintained with an exceptional amount of detail. Fairways are trimmed, with the "rough" in most spots being easy to navigate.

+ Speaking of "easy to navigate", this course has the best signage out of any course played to date. It's one of those rare courses that you don't have to rely on UDisc at all to play.

+ There are two permanent sets of concrete tees. Not only do the tees vary significantly in distance, but they provide new angles to make it feel like a completely different hole. They even installed "super short" tees for beginners. This course appeals to anyone from the beginner to the pro.

+ A wide variety of shots are required. Many holes have several routes to the basket. This course was really well designed to take full advantage of the property.

+ Despite the lack of any water hazards, there are a few holes with swampy "bunker" areas. All OB is clearly marked with signs and ropes.

- There isn't any elevation changes or real signature holes that will blow you away. Just 18 holes of quality disc golf, which is hard to complain about.

- The tee signs on the newer holes don't have hole maps on them.

The Back 40 won't get heaps of praise, but it deserves to be listed among some of the better courses in the area. The amenities are top notch, the design is fantastic, and the course overall is very fun. Highly recommended!