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Lakewood Dry Gulch

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5 1
Schreuds2.0
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 6.9 years 93 played 81 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Fun course right near Denver, and mile high stadium 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 12, 2018 Played the course:once

Pros:

DISCLAIMER: when I played this course I had hurt my knee and there was also a foot of snow, so keep that in mind when I express my opinions, also I only played like 11 holes, anyway, on to the review:
-Good concrete tee pads, enough size for a good run up
-Fairways seemed like nice grass, I dug through the snow to see what was down there, but I could be wrong
-Rough is good! It is appropriately rough, you don't want to get in there, but it isn't impossible
-Great elevation use, a couple of rolling hills, throw over some, down some, up some, nicely incorporated into the design
-Paths, there are concrete walking paths that kinda follow the course, that is as much as I know because, there was snow
-Navigation is pretty easy, you go up and down a narrow stretch of land, very logical
-Very Nice water use, an improper hyzer can go a-splashin
-Very Nice location, the park was beautiful in the snow, and i can imagine it is pretty without snow as well
-Nice variety of shots, longer throws, shorter throws, forehand, backhand, etc...
-Fairways and holes don't intersect, baskets and tees from consecutive holes get a little close, but, not too bad.

Cons:

-Tee signs are kinda decrepite, mostly the maps are still there, but a couple holes didn't have maps, and the old is getting a little rotten.
-Baskets, not my favorite/hard to see in the snow. A couple holes are pretty blind shots, especially if there is no hole map, and you're not from Denver (like me) also, hole 6 (I think) had no basket, it had the pole part with disc golf stickers, but no basket, strange.
-When i played, the parking lot was fenced off, there isn't really another parking area except by the apartments to the north, and the parking lot is really small, so you probably will have to walk a ways to get from your car to the course.
-One of the better vibes of a big city course, gets a little sketchy with holes 6 and 7 in my opinion, also, I didn't see any garbage, but I suspect there was some under the foot of snow, also, there is risk of an errant shot hitting the train tracks which run through the course, that chance is too big in my opinion

Other Thoughts:

Again, I played in the snow, so if I got something wrong, my bad, please don't hate.
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highdesertdisc
Experience: 12 years 26 played 2 reviews
3.50 star(s)

The Long Walk 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Feb 6, 2017 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Good Tees - Large concrete pads at every hole.

Challenging Holes - A variety of trees, elevation, distance and OB to keep you on your toes.

Great Hike - A solid hike up and down the hills from Knox that heads slightly east and then bends west
almost all the way to Sheridan and then back again!

Multiple Basket Placements - While I think it is most liked at its shortest basket placements, they can get as long as 700+, which can be really fun

Great Views - As you head west you see the mountains before you and can almost forget your in the city (especially hole 7)

Open Field - Nice wide field by hole one is great for practice/warm up throws

Disc Sales - Usually in the summer months a guy will have large orange 5 gallon drums with used discs. Were talking $5 - $10 a disc folks.

Cons:

Damage/Wear on Signs - Some of the signs are torn down

Homeless - While less of a presence in the colder months, a lot of homeless camp out along the river. I have never had any issues but its a good thing to take note of.

Its A Park - There are more than a few places where the sidewalks cross the path from tee to basket, so be okay with yelling heads up or waiting for people.

Directions - Not much at all. Go with a friend who knows it or follow someone else. Or get lost, that can be fun and hey ADVENTURE.

Hazards - While less of a con for me and more of a trek, if a disc gets away from you and lands on another bank, on the train tracks or in the water. Be prepared to do some awkward trekking to retrieve it.

Other Thoughts:

As a backhand player this course can get a little repetitive sometimes, but that said I find it interesting enough to keep coming back here to perfect my lines and find new ones.

If you are crunched for time, just play holes 1-8 and then play hole 21 back towards Knox St as hole "9". Its a nice quick fix during a work day. You can stomp it in 45mins.

If you think you might throw it in the water. Bring a golden retriever. If you think you might not throw it in the water. Bring a golden retriever.
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sasheise
Experience: 2.9 years 68 played 2 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Good Side hills 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 13, 2016 Played the course:once

Pros:

Played in March, so foliage and grass were sparce. This was a fun course with good diversity in doglegs, altitude variations, and distance mix.

Cons:

We were held up a couple of times by walkers on the path that runs the length of the course and the trolley at the turn around point. The last basket is over a 1/4 mile from the parking lot

Other Thoughts:

Stream was at a low level so the penalty for landing in the creek bed was low - this would change dramatically during the high water periods.
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Hyzer Ale
Experience: 14.8 years 96 played 6 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Don't understand the hate 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Feb 20, 2016 Played the course:once

Pros:

- 21 holes all with serviceable baskets.
- Concrete tee pads on every hole
- Long course, has legit par 4s but a nice mix of some shorter holes
- Tunnel shots, hyzer lines (the majority of shots), Anhyzer lines. Overall good variety
- Elevation changes
- Great views and a creek that comes into play
- Light rail drops you off right at the course if you can't drive

Cons:

- Light rail runs through the course. Discs would be un-retrievable if they land on it.
- Some of the baskets are single chain and don't catch too well
- A lot of holes play down or across pedestrian walkways but on a nice Saturday there was very little foot-traffic and not any blind shots
- The park does have a bit of a homeless problem but I had no issues, everyone I encountered was friendly
- Not the greatest neighborhood but far from the "ghetto" that people call it

Other Thoughts:

I really enjoyed this course. I moved to Denver a year ago and had been avoiding it because I have heard negative things (gangs, missing baskets, etc.). I found this course to have more variety in shots than any other course in the metro area and would love to see more events here. The light rail does add to the chance of losing a disc, but I had no problem avoiding it. The creek was shallow and clear enough that it was easy to retrieve any disc that goes into it. Go play this course, it is worth your time
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HyzerUniBomber
Experience: 10.9 years 33 played 1 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Paco Sanchez 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Sep 9, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

The front 9 are superb (1-8 and hole 21) with some great long throws, cool hazards and great use of the elevation. As of about 9/1/2013 quite a few of the holes were changed to shorten up most holes, except 2 & 8 which is now very long. It's quite common to see folks play holes 1-8 and 21 twice instead of walking the whole course mainly because the front 9 is just better.

Quick rundown of the front 9 in the current configuration:
1. Long straight bombs right out of the gate. The 30 feet around the current hole placement really needs to be mowed down. Throwing an overstable disc here will probably put you into the train tracks or over them into the river. Ask me how I know. 10/2/13 Update: The grass is REALLY long in the field at on hole 1. I've spent much time trying to find drivers that bury themselves and become all but completely invisible. I know I'm not alone... might be worth having a spotter jog out there especially if there's people waiting behind you.
2. Another long hole with a pretty blind throw over the foot path. Worth a quick look to make sure you're clear because there's often people chilling on the side of the hill by the road.
3. Two tee boxes available. Long throw over the "water hazard" that's typically dry. Bikers/hikers use the back path right behind the pin - so use caution. It's easy to throw when it's clear and then watch in horror as a biker arrives out of nowhere.
4. Long down hill throw where you can really watch your disc fly. Throwing over the path again, etc. but cool shot.
5. Under the bridge - this hole causes most people some trouble as it's a got some serious stuff to avoid and throwing RHFH will put you in the bushes/river.
6. Classic Paco hole, 400+ downhill slightly right and if you overthrow you end up in the river.
7. Definitely a bird hole - you can get to the pin with a mid-range driver and of course, downhill the whole way.
8. I always play the mando to the right of both power line towers which makes it spicy. Fading left at the right point is key or you go over the river (or in it). Basket is tucked up in the second set up big trees and requires some shot selection to get it tucked in there. Cool stuff.
9. (Aka hole 21) straight forward 270' throw down the foot ball field. Nothing to hit except cars, houses or pedestrians on the road that you're right next to.

Cons:

The back 10 are not quite as fun or nice. You're really playing along the footpath, which gratefully is pretty desolate. There's plenty of spots to find yourself bush-wacking in dry weeds hoping you don't piss of a snake. It's long - bring a couple water bottles and some snacks. You go through a truly sketchy neighborhood - expect some interaction with the locals. No trouble yet, but I've seen plenty of drunks etc. and it's worth keeping your eyes open and aware.

Other Thoughts:

So long and short of my review, it's really awesome to have a course that's basically the opposite of Johnny Roberts. Long - wide open throws with less stuff to hit. Genuinely a nice change of pace. They run sprinklers through the front 9 on the reg. during the summer, so your feet can be wet on any given morning. Playing the whole 19 holes that are in right now could easily take a group 3 hours (solo or 2 players 2+), so plan accordingly.
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TalbotTrojan
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 15.7 years 112 played 104 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Woosh Goes The Light Rail Train 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 27, 2013 Played the course:once

Pros:

This course sits on a greenbelt with some nice elevation. The park seems to look very nice and there are some nice other things to do at the park including a very nice looking playground. The baskets are all in good condition and are consistent through the course. The tee pads are some of my favorite tee pads in the area, nice and big with plenty of room for good run ups on just about every hole. The design of the course is good and there are plenty of shots that make you think. There are some very unique shots on this course as well which add to the fun factor of the course. There is a good variety of shots from long up hill to long down hill to very tight and technical to even a few shorter holes. There is a nice creek that plays through the course in spots and provides a nice mental challenge when baskets are placed near the water. There is good sign posts on the course right now and the old signs look very nice, here's to hoping the make the same signs with the slightly modified layout on them. The course is also very convenient to public transportation now that a light rail line has been built right through the park.

Cons:

There are far too many negatives to the course as it stands right now. The biggest problem this course faces will be pedestrian traffic. There are lots of very nice bike and walking paths through the entire course, but many holes play right along the paths (2 & 20 are the worst perpetrators). There is a very good likelihood of this course getting pulled in the future if disc golfers are not looking out for pedestrians. There are also plenty of people that walk their dogs on the grassy areas of this park, completely oblivious to the fact that there is a disc golf course there. There are also a few filler holes on this course that really have no purpose being there other than to fill space between some of the better holes on the course. Signs do not feel like they are all that accurate at the present time but that could be because things have been redesigned slightly after construction of the light rail line. The park itself is not in the best part of town and I am not sure I would necessarily feel safe at this park if I was playing by myself. Some holes are hard to find from the previous basket, you will want to bring a map if you are playing for the first time without a guide. There are some long walks from basket to tee as well, including the times when you have to cross a bridge or light rail line to get to the next hole. With three holes currently not in use, there are some really long walks as well. A few holes cross the creek but do not have pedestrian bridges in places that make it helpful to get to where you are going. There are some rocks to hop on these holes but if the water gets high, that will not be an option. Different pin positions could drastically change the hole from super short to crazy long. This course is not well suited for beginners as the length will be frustrating at tames as well as the steep hills of the terrain causing some fun rolls.

Other Thoughts:

I really did enjoy the challenge of this course and that alone bumped this rating up half a disc. But, you will not want to play this course by yourself and you will want to have a map unless that person you are playing with has played the course before. The course plays like a links style golf course where you play out and then all the way back so for most of the round you are not going to be in a place where you can get back to your car quickly. It is fun to be able to watch the light rail trains go by, but please do not be stupid and try to retrieve a disc from light rail property. There are plenty of places where one could throw there disc over these fences. Also on the light rail crossing, please do not try to beat the train, it will be a very short wait until you are able to cross. Watch out for pedestrians before you throw, please.
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DiiSegreti
Experience: 10.9 years 5 played 5 reviews
3.50 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 5, 2013 Played the course:once

Pros:

I grew up in this area and I have to say I really wasn't expecting much from this course. Did I get a surprise. This course was much bigger and much more technical than I imagined. Some unique pin settings made this very fun to play. Be ready for anything. There are holes from around 250 feet out to over 700.

Cons:

Finding the next tee was an adventure every time. The baskets are all silver. Locating them was tough. A fewholes were just guess throwing till we found it. The course could use maps with a but more information. Not for a beginner.

Other Thoughts:

Badco Disc Golf has made another fantastic course here. Locally my favorite course had been Bad Lands. This course is going to change that. If you've ever played the Blair Witch this course reminded me of that. just stretch the Blair way out. This course will force accuracy. Great training course if you plan on playing mountain courses.
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