Pros:
- One of the most scenic courses in Colorado.
- Multiple basket layouts on most of the holes.
- Ample fairway room with punishing roughs.
- Elevation changes on more than half the holes.
- A variety of lengths throughout.
- A very challenging but rewarding course.
- Log benches on most holes.
- An easy bag off of I-70.
- Concrete Tee Pads.
- The downhill throw on 8 is just too much fun.
- Informative Tee-Signs showing current basket location.
- Easy navigation.
- Warm-up basket.
- Course map at the parking lot (take a picture).
- A great 10-minute warm-up hike to the 1st tee.
Cons:
- Multiple tee signs missing pin location marker.
- A lack of trash cans is possibly causing a litter problem.
- Tee pads might be small for some players.
- Disc loss risk is moderate to high.
Other Thoughts:
Lake Dillon - Main starts near the Archery Range on Cemetary Rd. If your GPS tells you to turn onto Evergreen Road like ours did, ignore it. Just stay on 6 to Cemetary Road which is 3.5 miles from the exit.
The course begins at about 9,300' in elevation, climbs a few hundred more during the first 2 holes before leveling off, and descending back to 9,300 for the back nine. The altitude may impact some players, but the course itself is not strenuous. It's a fairly easy hiking path.
This place is gorgeous with Dillon Reservoir as a backdrop for many of the holes, especially the back 9. The Front 9 has more wide-open shots with punishing thigh-high sagebrush for rough that hides discs well. Having a spotter isn't a bad idea. The back 9 is flatter and more technical. Tight gaps through the woods reward clean flights but the trees can be brutal, often only offering a pitch-out. Take your time and catch your breath.
Bring water, snacks and sunscreen. We played as a duo with light traffic and finished in 2.5 hours. The wind picks up in the afternoons in the mountains, so plan to play here early.
This is not a Disc Golf only park. You will encounter hikers, dirt bikers and mountain bikers so be aware before you throw.
Not all of the basket locations are clear, so I hiked ahead to figure out where we were headed. Once again, a spotter is a good idea.
Many complain about the 10-minute walk to the 1st tee, but I actually like it. It gives me a chance to clear my head, and start thinking about what's to come.
Final thought: I love this place. Throwing discs against that scenery makes for a very memorable round. A few holes are bland, but the rest are all great tests. If your road trip is along I-70 in Colorado, you should definitely make a stop here. It's too close and too good to pass up.