- navigation is mostly clear, although going down the walking path between 5 and 6 isn't obvious
- numbers on baskets
- fairways are mown and maintained
- some very good elevation change on a few of the holes

- high grasses are a nightmare for finding discs
- very basic tee signs, and are somewhat yellowed due to age
- rough is very unforgiving
- tee for 6 shared with walking path
- safety hazards, such as holes 2 and 6 fairways crossing each other
- natural tees
- no real amenities (practice basket, bathrooms, etc.)

I was not a fan of this course at all. Giving is a 2 was generous, in my opinion. This is clearly a polarizing course. Some people love it. Generally, any tall grass course like this I think is so frustrating it's not worth it, but to each their own. There are some redeeming qualities here, such as some cool elevation change - particularly on hole 6 which throws over a ravine of sorts.

Finding the course is a bit of a challenge. Like many college campuses, there are parking lots everywhere, but once you find the right one the course sign is right there (with "disk golf" on it, seriously?). Navigation was mostly manageable, and with some of the holes being pretty open, numbers on the baskets help. However, there are definite safety hazards here with some fairways crossing and some backtracking as you walk the course. It was dead when I was here, and I suspect that is the normal state, but be aware if anyone else is playing at the same time as you.

The course is definitely challenging, but it's the kind of challenging I just find a headache. I don't think anyone enjoys 15 minutes of searching for a disc because it went 5 feet off the fairway. The fairways are pretty unforgiving and finding your disc in the grass is brutal. I'm all for a challenge but this is not what I find enjoyable. The uphill and downhill shots are a good kind of challenge, though, and the course ends with some steep uphill shots that most people will find a bit unusual.

The baskets were in good shape, and the tee signs had rudimentary maps, although the age of this course is showing. They do keep it pretty well maintained, but I think there are way better courses around and wouldn't plan to return here. As others have noted, this is probably used more by college students than any others. For this audience, a more open/basic course seems like it would have been better. The elevation change is cool/good, but the high grasses and challenging disc hunts/safety issues don't seem like the best situation for this particular course.

Because I'm dumb, I chose to go play Lewis University DG course right before a blizzard so it was super cold and super windy. Despite this, I think that my round there would have been much more enjoyable had I timed my trip better. Here's what I liked about the course

*Some of the hole designs were pretty fun. Holes 3 and 6 come to mind... fun wooded tunnel shots with high risk reward

*The course designers used the limited available elevation on site very well

*very scenic part of the campus

*Abundant parking

Many cons come to mind that have nothing to do with the weather conditions I was playing in.

*The teepads at this course aren't very good. They are a sand/muddy/gravelly material. Not the greatest of footing even in the dry time of the year

*Hole 1's basket was very low...the bottom of the basket was maybe a foot off the ground

*The most interesting hole on the course, hole 3, is also extremely dangerous. It blindly throws over a running path. Also, you have to go back up hole 3's fairway to get from hole 5 to hole 6. On a crowded day one must be very careful.

*Holes on this course are not isolated from the rest of the course or the university in any way. There are many ways that an errant disc can be harmful

If I was a Lewis University student I'd be thrilled to have a fun, somewhat challenging course like this one right on my campus and I'd play it all the time.

As a non-student, I probably won't be playing this one again given some of the far superior courses in the area

- Lewis University is home to a decent 9-hole course that criss-crosses a small prairie, a wooded ravine with a tiny creek at the bottom, and a grassy area abutting the bullpen area of the college's baseball field.
-Elevation, while not epic, is well implemented on most holes. Hole #6, for example, forces a downhill shot over the ravine and through the wooded gap, across the field and to a pin located somewhat precariously on another downward slope. Several pin positions are located on slightly elevated or depressed terrain in order to increase the chance of rollaways.
- Decent signage shows hole number, distance, and a basic map of the hole.
- A good variety of distances and hole types for a 9-hole course.

- Lewis' bustling campus surrounding the course detracts somewhat from the natural element in places. Two holes have baskets very near crowded parking lots, while another's fairway is defined to the right by a fence and another parking lot. One hole's basket can be in the way of bullpen activities if a baseball game is going on.
- Natural tees. Soft sand in some places, but not terrible.
- Watch out for parked cars on several holes.
- Navigation can be slightly tricky the first time through, as the flow isn't intuitive in places. This shouldn't be an issue for most discers.

- The main thing holding this course back from being one of the better (or best) 9 holers I've played was the lack of decent tee pads. Even crushed gravel would be an upgrade from the soft sand used in places.

The course plays through a moderately hilly area on a college campus with a mix of open areas and dense woods. There is a stream running through that comes into play on a couple holes, adding a little bit of fun risk/reward. The available elevation is used well, especially to make the open holes more challenging and interesting. Many holes have pins tucked into the woods, punishing inaccurate drives and approaches and adding some nice challenges on some of the greens.

There is a nice mix of shorter reachable holes, and longer holes that require accurate drives and usually a solid approach to hole out in 3. You will need right and left turning shots, as well as long straight drives to score well here, and to stay out of the woods and brush. The design does a great job of taking advantage of the space to make a course that is challenging and fun.

There are decent signs for every hole, that make it pretty clear how long the hole is and where to find the basket which is nice on the few blind holes. The baskets were in good shape. There was almost no trash around on the course, and it seemed like a well taken care of area in general. Some real work went into carving out the wooded holes, and building steps up and down the ravine. The college clearly supports the course, and the attendant at the front gate was very helpful with directions and parking instructions.

The biggest issue this course has is navigation. There are a couple spots where it isn't at all obvious where to go to find the next tee. There are next tee markers on the signs, but they weren't always clear.

The woods were filled with spiders and other bugs, so make sure you stay on the fairway if that's something that bothers you. You might want a spotter on a couple of the longer holes, as the brush off the fairway in the woods makes it easy to lose an errant drive (not really a big con, just an observation).

This is one of the better 9 hole courses around the area, and presents enough variety and challenge that experienced players will enjoy a round here. This isn't the best place for beginners, with lots of chances to lose a disc and a few tough navigation issues.

The course is definitely worth playing if you're in the area, and the University seems very supportive of the course. If you're up for a tough little course that will punish you for errant shots, you'll enjoy a round or two here.

Wow. Mostly wooded technical course.
This place is great and always empty.
If it was 18 it would be one of Chicago's best.
Hole 3 is one of the coolest I have played.

Lots of bugs.
Easy to lose discs, even with a spotter.
Kinda hard to find.

Lewis rocks!
Don't bother with the nearby romeoville course, it is one of Illinois' worst.
Combine this with the 9 hole in Oakbrook, Il and youv'e got something special.