Benton, KY

Marshall County DGC

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3.185(based on 19 reviews)
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weeman
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 20.1 years 651 played 61 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Pitch and putt and roll away 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 3, 2011 Played the course:once

Pros:

Set in a very nice large park, this course sits among the many slopes that the land provide. Each hole is straightforward in that if you have a good drive, more than likely you will be looking at an immediate putt. Every basket is located on some sort of slope so roll-aways and death putts are not uncommon. Each hole contains mature trees with multiple routes to the basket if you're thinking outside the box. This course is short enough that a mid-range or two along with a putter is all that you need save for two holes (the ~320' uphill and 392' across the water). Most baskets are visible from the tee and if not, the tee signs will guide your way. Navigation was easy for the most part with a semi-loop back towards the parking lot after nine. The tee pads are in good shape except for one or two that are cracked.

Cons:

This is not a course to work on your distance. 15 of the holes are less than 300 feet in length and with the severe drop offs, going long is not out of the question. Both of the 'long' holes felt out of place on this course, as if they were only put there to get from point A to point B in the park. Several of the fairways running along side each other could be dangerous for errants shots. There are not many shots where you cut across the grade, only up and down the hills. This is rather monotonous and if you're carrying a bag, a real pain. Several times I just left my bag at the top of a hill and only took the discs I'd need for the next hole or two until I returned it. As nice a park as the course is in, there were zero trash cans near the tees.

Other Thoughts:

While the aesthetic appeal of the course was very high, the overall challenge provided by the course was not. Here, reading the elevation changes and slopes are key but beyond that there was not much difficulty to the course. I'm glad I played here once but wouldn't go out of my way to come back to play it.
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tdortch
Bronze level trusted reviewer
Experience: 16.9 years 84 played 34 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Hills...and more hills 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 8, 2009 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

This course is in a beautiful park. The holes are mostly short - you won't really even need much besides a putter and a mid range, save for maybe one hole over the water. As far as short courses go, it's really not bad overall. There are many ace runs on this course and it will help you with your short game, but...

Cons:

The hills. And more hills. HB decided to give folks a workout when playing this one, I guess. For several holes, it's up, then down, then up again. I believe someone already mentioned that you do have to walk up the hill once just to tee off, which is pretty silly in my book. There are also several soccer fields and walking trails that are pretty heavily used. If it's windy, this course can be a real mother. The park admin also won't let anyone get in the water to retreive discs.

Other Thoughts:

The pro shop has very good prices on discs. If you're passing by, check it out. I'd go play Murray or Paducah, though, if you're looking for some good discin'.
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peabody
Bronze level trusted reviewer
Experience: 21.1 years 55 played 34 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Throw Up 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 13, 2008 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

This is a very clean and beautiful park. Bathrooms are kept pristine and you can buy discs right there in the park. The kiosk map and tee markers make this well mowed course very easy to navigate.
Lots of elevation changes and a pond to throw over. Many aceable holes and well kept Disccatcher targets plus the wonderful scenery make this a very relaxing experience.

Cons:

A bit too wide open. Not really enough trees and the pads are a bit short. You have to walk up a hill to get to a tee where you throw right back down the hill. People paths are used regularly and there is a good chance you might hit someone. Throwing straight up a hill is tough so even though beginners will like part of this course,they will hate the hills going up.

Other Thoughts:

Beginners will love this course cause you won't lose your discs unless you toss them into the pond.
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johnogorrell
Experience: 17.3 years 67 played 7 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Good Starter Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Mar 1, 2008 Played the course:once

Pros:

Mostly wide open fairways, and the park is well kept. The park staff is also friendly and enjoy watching play.

Cons:

Very short, with short teepads and some are built up so much that they don't give you an approach to the pad or room for your momentum to carry you off the end.
The hills will wear you out a bit. Holes 11-13 require a lot of walking up and down from baskets to tees.

Other Thoughts:

If you are just starting it is a great course to try out. Don't be scared of the water holes. Plenty of holes to ace.
Park office also has Innova discs for sale.
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