Riverbend DGC reviews
15
0
Bucket List Course!
Reviewed:
Played on:Jun 15, 2023
Played the course:once
Pros:
-Pay to Play, only $5.00 per car. They could easily bump this up to $5.00 per person (or more).
-This course is located in a stunningly beautiful state park.
-Teepads were a mix of old and new but all of them were in good shape.
-The signs at each teepad were great.
-Navigation was relatively easy, only ran into a few minor issues because of the BSF signs. The course map provided at the kiosk by Hole 1 along with Next Tee signs and udisc were helpful during our round.
-Championship level difficulty on most holes with a ton of elevation changes from start to finish. If you aren't a pro or close to it, prepare yourself for a high score.
-There are no filler/throw-away holes.
-The Clackams River that runs along Holes 6 and 7 looked very nice. We spotted a few groups of kayakers and wish we had time to hop in!
-Multiple restrooms here was great to see, especially for the kiddos.
-#6 on the East course and #9 on the West course are the signature holes here.
-I prefer heavily wooded courses, so this was right up my alley. Even on the holes with more open fairways, I still felt that we were deep in the woods.
-This course is located in a stunningly beautiful state park.
-Teepads were a mix of old and new but all of them were in good shape.
-The signs at each teepad were great.
-Navigation was relatively easy, only ran into a few minor issues because of the BSF signs. The course map provided at the kiosk by Hole 1 along with Next Tee signs and udisc were helpful during our round.
-Championship level difficulty on most holes with a ton of elevation changes from start to finish. If you aren't a pro or close to it, prepare yourself for a high score.
-There are no filler/throw-away holes.
-The Clackams River that runs along Holes 6 and 7 looked very nice. We spotted a few groups of kayakers and wish we had time to hop in!
-Multiple restrooms here was great to see, especially for the kiddos.
-#6 on the East course and #9 on the West course are the signature holes here.
-I prefer heavily wooded courses, so this was right up my alley. Even on the holes with more open fairways, I still felt that we were deep in the woods.
Cons:
-The squirrels were just a bit too friendly by the picnic tables close to Hole 1, but I get it...we were invading their territory.
-The rough can be very rough in a few spots with blackberry thornbushes.
-The rough can be very rough in a few spots with blackberry thornbushes.
Other Thoughts:
-We drove directly to Milo from the Portland airport to add course #250 to my list. I had been scoping this one out for a while and I was extremely happy to share this experience with my kids. It was our first time in Oregon, so all of the scenery...especially seeing Mount Hood along the way was a lot of fun.
-I have played some of the best courses across the country and Milo easily is in my top 10 now.
-We played our round 1 day before the BSF. It was a bit crowded, but well worth the trip!
-One day, I will come back here to play the BSF layout.
-I have played some of the best courses across the country and Milo easily is in my top 10 now.
-We played our round 1 day before the BSF. It was a bit crowded, but well worth the trip!
-One day, I will come back here to play the BSF layout.
16
0
BSF EDITION
Reviewed:
Played on:Jun 13, 2022
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
----- THIS REVIEW IS FOR MILO IN THE BSF SETUP -----
--- MILO EAST ---
+ Large concrete teepads. Some are brand new and some are old and slightly worn down. Almost every teepad is Conrad approved and if not they are all long enough.
+ Innova Discatcher baskets. Best of the best, no complaints here.
+ Bathrooms are located throughout the park and are easy to find and get to from the course.
+ Professional level design meant for professional level players. Every hole is a great hole to play and you can tell that everything is in the place that it should be in. What I mean by this is that you don't ever run into a situation where you are wondering what the course designer was thinking with putting the tee or basket where it is. Every hole has a fair line even if that line can only be executed by the very best of the best.
+ Island holes. The island holes are just as fun and terrifying to play as you would think. The islands are small yet fair and will either be the jump start your round needed or the nail in the coffin where you are just demoralized. Who doesn't love a good island hole, especially when you can get a hundred people to silently watch you miss an easy 15' putt. Milo east uses its two island holes very well and they each have their own challenges and quirks. Both are a ton of fun to play and a lot of fun to curse at.
+ Elevation. Coming into the property you pretty much go downhill and you would think that every hole would play up and down the hills. Only about half of the course uses large elevation changes but the whole course uses the natural elevation changes nicely. There are times when the hills can get a little muddy and treacherous but it's nothing that can't be dealt with by just being careful.
+ Wooded but open golf. Courses like Milo are few and far between. Where you have giant, beautiful trees with thick, lush rough that is tough yet appropriate. There are some tighter wooded holes in the first few holes but then it opens up to tight but open wooded open shots. This sounds so confusing but thats what it is. You are playing in the open while still playing in the trees. Many courses attempt this without knowing it but very few accomplish what Milo has.
+ The par 5 hole 15 should be in every course designers playbook. This is what the definition of a par 5 should be. You need to have perfect shots to get a birdie, perfect shots to get a par, perfect shots to get a bogey...... You get the point. If you arent moving forward with every shot then you are going to have a bad time. The hole is extremely fair yet very challenging. I enjoyed the physical and mental test that this hole offers.
--- MILO WEST ---
+ Concrete Tees - Some new, some old. All grip well when not overtaken by the moss.
+ Innova Discatchers. Again, the best of the best imo.
+ Another design masterpiece. No hole is neglected or out of place. You are going to step up to 18 holes where you wish that this hole was on you local course. The course again utilized tight yet fair wooded holes and complimented them with long open wooded holes. You will be rewarded on the fairway and rightfully punished when you get off of the fair way.
+ Elevation. The elevation is used a bit more on the west course, but both courses use it well. I really like courses like Milo West in that you really only throw downhill. There are a few shots that might end on top of a mound or the side of a hill and thats all that you will go uphill. Yet you get the chance to throw a few times off the tops of the hills. Its makes for some really fun play.
+ Great mix of par 3's and 4's. Even inside of that there is a great mix of easy and hard par 3's and easy and hard par 4's. This still leaves enough meat on the bone for the players that arent as skilled while giving the best the opportunity to shine.
+ Park roads are used beautifully. You are greeted right away with a though par 4 that has you throw over the curve of part of the parks road. Add this to the island hole and the few others that bring the roads into play and there is a lot of risk reward. Both courses do this beautifully. I really enjoy how both courses use road and some walking paths as natural OB. None of them are in the way or used just to make the course harder because of the lack of difficultly. The OB's all make sense and are fiar.
--- MILO EAST ---
+ Large concrete teepads. Some are brand new and some are old and slightly worn down. Almost every teepad is Conrad approved and if not they are all long enough.
+ Innova Discatcher baskets. Best of the best, no complaints here.
+ Bathrooms are located throughout the park and are easy to find and get to from the course.
+ Professional level design meant for professional level players. Every hole is a great hole to play and you can tell that everything is in the place that it should be in. What I mean by this is that you don't ever run into a situation where you are wondering what the course designer was thinking with putting the tee or basket where it is. Every hole has a fair line even if that line can only be executed by the very best of the best.
+ Island holes. The island holes are just as fun and terrifying to play as you would think. The islands are small yet fair and will either be the jump start your round needed or the nail in the coffin where you are just demoralized. Who doesn't love a good island hole, especially when you can get a hundred people to silently watch you miss an easy 15' putt. Milo east uses its two island holes very well and they each have their own challenges and quirks. Both are a ton of fun to play and a lot of fun to curse at.
+ Elevation. Coming into the property you pretty much go downhill and you would think that every hole would play up and down the hills. Only about half of the course uses large elevation changes but the whole course uses the natural elevation changes nicely. There are times when the hills can get a little muddy and treacherous but it's nothing that can't be dealt with by just being careful.
+ Wooded but open golf. Courses like Milo are few and far between. Where you have giant, beautiful trees with thick, lush rough that is tough yet appropriate. There are some tighter wooded holes in the first few holes but then it opens up to tight but open wooded open shots. This sounds so confusing but thats what it is. You are playing in the open while still playing in the trees. Many courses attempt this without knowing it but very few accomplish what Milo has.
+ The par 5 hole 15 should be in every course designers playbook. This is what the definition of a par 5 should be. You need to have perfect shots to get a birdie, perfect shots to get a par, perfect shots to get a bogey...... You get the point. If you arent moving forward with every shot then you are going to have a bad time. The hole is extremely fair yet very challenging. I enjoyed the physical and mental test that this hole offers.
--- MILO WEST ---
+ Concrete Tees - Some new, some old. All grip well when not overtaken by the moss.
+ Innova Discatchers. Again, the best of the best imo.
+ Another design masterpiece. No hole is neglected or out of place. You are going to step up to 18 holes where you wish that this hole was on you local course. The course again utilized tight yet fair wooded holes and complimented them with long open wooded holes. You will be rewarded on the fairway and rightfully punished when you get off of the fair way.
+ Elevation. The elevation is used a bit more on the west course, but both courses use it well. I really like courses like Milo West in that you really only throw downhill. There are a few shots that might end on top of a mound or the side of a hill and thats all that you will go uphill. Yet you get the chance to throw a few times off the tops of the hills. Its makes for some really fun play.
+ Great mix of par 3's and 4's. Even inside of that there is a great mix of easy and hard par 3's and easy and hard par 4's. This still leaves enough meat on the bone for the players that arent as skilled while giving the best the opportunity to shine.
+ Park roads are used beautifully. You are greeted right away with a though par 4 that has you throw over the curve of part of the parks road. Add this to the island hole and the few others that bring the roads into play and there is a lot of risk reward. Both courses do this beautifully. I really enjoy how both courses use road and some walking paths as natural OB. None of them are in the way or used just to make the course harder because of the lack of difficultly. The OB's all make sense and are fiar.
Cons:
--- MILO EAST ----
- I would have liked to see some more forced hyzer/anhyzer shots that require you to throw a forehand or backhand off the tee. I was able to play the entire course by throwing backhand(RHBH) off the tee and thats not because I'm way more comfortable with the backhand but because there were zero holes where a forehand(RHFH) was a smarter or required route. This is a very small nitpick but this course is the cream rising to the top.
--- MILO WEST ---
- I will reiterate what I said above. I would like to see more forced shot types off the tee. This is a very nitpicking thing and I might be making something up here but it's how I feels.
- I would have liked to see some more forced hyzer/anhyzer shots that require you to throw a forehand or backhand off the tee. I was able to play the entire course by throwing backhand(RHBH) off the tee and thats not because I'm way more comfortable with the backhand but because there were zero holes where a forehand(RHFH) was a smarter or required route. This is a very small nitpick but this course is the cream rising to the top.
--- MILO WEST ---
- I will reiterate what I said above. I would like to see more forced shot types off the tee. This is a very nitpicking thing and I might be making something up here but it's how I feels.
Other Thoughts:
This layout is not a realistic layout for most of the year because of all the shots that play over roads and on to the islands in the parking lots. While not realistic for most of the year, the part of the year when it is in the ground it works so well. Every hole between these two courses is a gem. There was no filler holes or any chance to let you mind or game slip. You needed to be present for every shot.
This course is set up for the best of the best and it shows. I consider myself to be very highly skilled at disc golf and this course is still slightly out of my league. IMO you need to have 500' of power and the ability to throw every single type of shot to compete out here. This is not a con or a complaint, just what I consider to be a fact. The long par 3's are too long to reach by 99% of people and that leads to a very selective group to have a much higher advantage out here and it shows. The best disc golfers in the world will be some of the only ones who can score well out here.
Playing and learning these courses was a pleasure and is something I hope I can do again in the coming years. Every round I played here I learned a little more about the course and how to complete each hole safely. Milo is a beautiful beast that every disc golfer should try to come play. Milo is a religious experience that I hope a lot of people get to experience.
This course is set up for the best of the best and it shows. I consider myself to be very highly skilled at disc golf and this course is still slightly out of my league. IMO you need to have 500' of power and the ability to throw every single type of shot to compete out here. This is not a con or a complaint, just what I consider to be a fact. The long par 3's are too long to reach by 99% of people and that leads to a very selective group to have a much higher advantage out here and it shows. The best disc golfers in the world will be some of the only ones who can score well out here.
Playing and learning these courses was a pleasure and is something I hope I can do again in the coming years. Every round I played here I learned a little more about the course and how to complete each hole safely. Milo is a beautiful beast that every disc golfer should try to come play. Milo is a religious experience that I hope a lot of people get to experience.
5
0
fastdds
Experience:
6.3 years
15 played
13 reviews
Well worth visiting if you are in Portland area 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Aug 16, 2019
Played the course:2-4 times
Pros:
Beautiful expansive wooded course with variety of open and tight disc golf. Long and short t-pads to challenge anyone. Course is well maintained and we had the course to ourselves playing on a weekday in the summer.
There is a river ("Riverbend") that is not really in play, but great to cool off in.
Not your typical easy to get par type of course for intermediate player. Very fun risk-reward layout.
There is a river ("Riverbend") that is not really in play, but great to cool off in.
Not your typical easy to get par type of course for intermediate player. Very fun risk-reward layout.
Cons:
Blackberries are delicious, but the thorns make disc retrieval difficult. Keep an eye out for poison oak.
Other Thoughts:
After watching the Beaver State Fling coverage at Riverbend it was something special to get to play this course. There are different layouts and one can use Udisc to figure out the BSF course if desired. Much more elevation change than what you get a sense of watching on screen. We played from the amatuer tees and later from the pro tees.
There are bathrooms and water fountains. Food is available about 10 min drive from course. Frozen yogurt hit the spot for us.
Might bring an extra pair of sox if you are playing multiple rounds (stickers).
On many of the holes we would send a spotter (player) up ahead to watch our drives as there are some blind landing areas with tall grass and deep bushes...
There are bathrooms and water fountains. Food is available about 10 min drive from course. Frozen yogurt hit the spot for us.
Might bring an extra pair of sox if you are playing multiple rounds (stickers).
On many of the holes we would send a spotter (player) up ahead to watch our drives as there are some blind landing areas with tall grass and deep bushes...
6
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PapaRick1959
Experience:
7.7 years
27 played
7 reviews
Destination Course in the PNW 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Jun 21, 2018
Played the course:2-4 times
Pros:
Pros:
1) Difficult course with wide variety of shots across 27 holes with Pro and Amateur tees. You will want to come back again and again. Was very glad that we made the trek up to the Portland area to play.
2) Many risk/reward shots. Baskets were set-up with wood chips underneath so very inviting to take the aggressive line.
3) Played right after the Beaver State Fling so the course was absolutely perfect.
4) Large concrete tees and great signage on the East course.
5) Lots of close parking.
6) Maps available at the entrance and also online.
7) Lots of other great courses within 45 minutes. The Portland area is truly a Disc Golf destination.
1) Difficult course with wide variety of shots across 27 holes with Pro and Amateur tees. You will want to come back again and again. Was very glad that we made the trek up to the Portland area to play.
2) Many risk/reward shots. Baskets were set-up with wood chips underneath so very inviting to take the aggressive line.
3) Played right after the Beaver State Fling so the course was absolutely perfect.
4) Large concrete tees and great signage on the East course.
5) Lots of close parking.
6) Maps available at the entrance and also online.
7) Lots of other great courses within 45 minutes. The Portland area is truly a Disc Golf destination.
Cons:
1) Signage on the West 9 is non-existent. Hopefully that was a function of the Beaver State Fling and will be remedied. Map helped.
2) Some water fountains don't work.
3) Being in a beautiful State Park you get lots of other traffic so be careful of people not paying attention.
5) Even though it is a little of the beaten path it is very popular so play early.
2) Some water fountains don't work.
3) Being in a beautiful State Park you get lots of other traffic so be careful of people not paying attention.
5) Even though it is a little of the beaten path it is very popular so play early.
Other Thoughts:
Great course for 950+ players, good course for 850+ players. Would think that beginners would be a little frustrated with the "bigness" of Milo. But if you can throw 250+ and don't mind being over par it is a definite bucket list course. Glad we made the trip!
9
0
Prostar47
Experience:
13.7 years
201 played
8 reviews
Easily in my top 5 courses 2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:Aug 20, 2017
Played the course:once
Pros:
this course really has it all
-great textured concrete tees
-huge fairways requiring excellent shape shooting
-excellent use of the land, from downhill, uphill tee shots and basket locations and use of left or right fairways. Need all types of shots on this course, i threw rollers, hyzers, flex, anny, skip and thumber shots
- bathrooms several times throughout the course (great for my pregnant wife)
- beautiful scenery with the clackamas river floating throughout.
-Great for picking berries throughout the round for a snack
-great textured concrete tees
-huge fairways requiring excellent shape shooting
-excellent use of the land, from downhill, uphill tee shots and basket locations and use of left or right fairways. Need all types of shots on this course, i threw rollers, hyzers, flex, anny, skip and thumber shots
- bathrooms several times throughout the course (great for my pregnant wife)
- beautiful scenery with the clackamas river floating throughout.
-Great for picking berries throughout the round for a snack
Cons:
-Some of rough can be a little thick and full of thorns if you find your way, but the fairways are more than fair to stay out of trouble.
- course map in kiosk could have been a little bit more informative about how the 18 hole + 9 hole layout flowed together. Didn't realize you needed to jump off the 18 hole path to play the other 9 in the middle, so we played the "back 9" afterwards, which you just drive to the other parking lot to start on.
- course map in kiosk could have been a little bit more informative about how the 18 hole + 9 hole layout flowed together. Didn't realize you needed to jump off the 18 hole path to play the other 9 in the middle, so we played the "back 9" afterwards, which you just drive to the other parking lot to start on.
Other Thoughts:
This course is in my top 5 list of courses easily to go along with Maple Hill, Nockamixon, Moraine, and Deer lakes.
My wife and I had a blast playing this course, and then afterwards we hopped in our swimsuits and jumped in the river and swam around for a bit. Wish we had tubes to float down the river!
My wife and I had a blast playing this course, and then afterwards we hopped in our swimsuits and jumped in the river and swam around for a bit. Wish we had tubes to float down the river!
7
2
Chainsgoching
Experience:
22.1 years
183 played
2 reviews
An Absolute Favorite 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Jun 11, 2017
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
Long, stunningly scenic fairways on 27 beautifully carved holes, right on the Clackamas River. Very challenging with stroke bleeding rough. Nice mix of woods and open holes with lots of shot options. Concrete teepads, nice baskets. Benches on most holes. Lots of clean bathrooms. Plenty of parking.
Cons:
The only two cons I really have with Milo is that they don't put the Beaver State Fling layout in more often and dual pin placements would be nice, as they are typically required for my rating of 5. I don't have a problem with either here as it is always a pleaser.
Other Thoughts:
Not too much can be written, that hasn't already been said about Riverbend DGC at Milo McIver State Park. It is one of my all-time top 3 favorite courses and just an absolute gem. I was fortunate enough to play the 36 hole tournament layout after 2014 Worlds and equally as fortunate to play in the 2017 BSF. This course, as the 36 hole tournament layout is one of best and most beautiful courses in the world.
2
7
TeebirdDan
Experience:
20.9 years
90 played
24 reviews
gods country 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Oct 9, 2012
Played the course:once
Pros:
this place has huge beautiful fir trees with a 27 hole championship level layout ,like hole 2 is 1200+ feet and all of it is just amazing ,hole by the river with elevated tee is one of the best and can put the water in play if you miss your line.
Cons:
could have better signage
Other Thoughts:
love courses in state parks n forests out west
4
9
Wow! Spectacular course. 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Mar 25, 2017
Played the course:once
Pros:
SPECTACULAR scenery!
The mountains!
The rivers!
The meadows!
The trees!
The spaciousness!
Oh, and by the way, there's a disc golf course!
The signage at each tee is the best.
There is excellent signage at both the pro and amateur tees.
The mountains!
The rivers!
The meadows!
The trees!
The spaciousness!
Oh, and by the way, there's a disc golf course!
The signage at each tee is the best.
There is excellent signage at both the pro and amateur tees.
Cons:
The drive is long to get there but worth it.
The hazards are serious, like if you lose a disc in the big, rushing river then history.
The hazards are serious, like if you lose a disc in the big, rushing river then history.
Other Thoughts:
If you're in the area you should visit this classic!
5
4
Reviewed:
Updated:
Played on:Sep 3, 2016
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
Riverbend DGC is located in Estacada Oregon and is probably Oregon's best course. This course winds its way through the woods into open fields. Absolutely magnificent course with spectacular views.
Lets start with holes 1-4 on the east side. Hole 1 is a spectacular hole which offers 2 great teepads and signs. Hole 2 Longest hole in Oregon this hole is fun to throw rollers on from the back tee. Hole 3 par 3 is a short great hole perched on a mound. Lets skip to hole 5. This is the iconic hole at Milo this hole is so fun. Beautiful scenery. You have to throw over the creek which it really isn't a creek. Only in the winter. Hole 6 is a downhill bomb. This basket is perched right by the Clackamas River. Hole 7 fun shot right into the woods. Hole 8 is one of my favorite holes. Its one of the shortest holes but the baskets rests right in the trees. Hole 8 straightaway hole. although there is one guardian tree that they need to cut down. Hole 9 short hole. Again another hole that plays into the woods. Hole 10 my favorite hole is a great hole to throw downhill annie shot. Great hole to throw picture perfect annies.
Hole 11 is a another hole where the basket is in the woods. This hole is a great roller shot. Hole 12 the hole the McBeth aced. This hole is in the woods. Great for technical shots. Hole 13 is the shortest hole. Great little hole to practice your woods shots. Hole 14 is a great hole for a righthand downhill skip shot in the woods. This Big Park also has another side to the course. The west side sort of similar to the east just with not a much woods holes. These are my favorite things about the course: Long tee pads, Easy to find the next hole, Great maintenance. - Different layouts. - Walking path.- Steps down from elevated tee pads. -
Fairways and rough.- Great bathrooms. - Very quiet because it is a huge piece of land. -Very cool red Discatcher Baskets
This course has a great picture perfect view of the Clackams River with holes right by it. Milo Miciver State Park has amazing bathrooms. This course it one of the prettiest courses I've played. There are now really nice teepad signs so that is an improvement. The course is in prime shape. And you will have no trouble finding your way around the course.
The west side starts out with the a long shot straight bomb basket is a good 500 feet up the fairway. Hole 2 is a Parking lot shot. this hole is very cool it plays right in the middle grassy are of a parking lot. Hole 3 kind of similar to Hole 2. Hole 4 is a great hole to unleash a backhand or forehand. Awesome wide open shot. Hole 5 is a short hole plays right into the woods. Hole 6 is a right hand backhand hyzer shot. this hole plays far up and over a little creek. Be careful you could loose your disc off to the left of this hole. Hole 7 reminds me of hole 3 on the east side. That is a brief summary of the course.
Some the holes are tournament layout holes but I would like to see them be added once in a while to the regular layout. Hole 9 on the tournament layout is fun as well as hole 10 on tournament layout. Hole 10 is a double decker hole. It plays as a 2 layer hole which is very fun. One time I came there all the basket's were in for the tournament layout. That was pretty fun.
Lets start with holes 1-4 on the east side. Hole 1 is a spectacular hole which offers 2 great teepads and signs. Hole 2 Longest hole in Oregon this hole is fun to throw rollers on from the back tee. Hole 3 par 3 is a short great hole perched on a mound. Lets skip to hole 5. This is the iconic hole at Milo this hole is so fun. Beautiful scenery. You have to throw over the creek which it really isn't a creek. Only in the winter. Hole 6 is a downhill bomb. This basket is perched right by the Clackamas River. Hole 7 fun shot right into the woods. Hole 8 is one of my favorite holes. Its one of the shortest holes but the baskets rests right in the trees. Hole 8 straightaway hole. although there is one guardian tree that they need to cut down. Hole 9 short hole. Again another hole that plays into the woods. Hole 10 my favorite hole is a great hole to throw downhill annie shot. Great hole to throw picture perfect annies.
Hole 11 is a another hole where the basket is in the woods. This hole is a great roller shot. Hole 12 the hole the McBeth aced. This hole is in the woods. Great for technical shots. Hole 13 is the shortest hole. Great little hole to practice your woods shots. Hole 14 is a great hole for a righthand downhill skip shot in the woods. This Big Park also has another side to the course. The west side sort of similar to the east just with not a much woods holes. These are my favorite things about the course: Long tee pads, Easy to find the next hole, Great maintenance. - Different layouts. - Walking path.- Steps down from elevated tee pads. -
Fairways and rough.- Great bathrooms. - Very quiet because it is a huge piece of land. -Very cool red Discatcher Baskets
This course has a great picture perfect view of the Clackams River with holes right by it. Milo Miciver State Park has amazing bathrooms. This course it one of the prettiest courses I've played. There are now really nice teepad signs so that is an improvement. The course is in prime shape. And you will have no trouble finding your way around the course.
The west side starts out with the a long shot straight bomb basket is a good 500 feet up the fairway. Hole 2 is a Parking lot shot. this hole is very cool it plays right in the middle grassy are of a parking lot. Hole 3 kind of similar to Hole 2. Hole 4 is a great hole to unleash a backhand or forehand. Awesome wide open shot. Hole 5 is a short hole plays right into the woods. Hole 6 is a right hand backhand hyzer shot. this hole plays far up and over a little creek. Be careful you could loose your disc off to the left of this hole. Hole 7 reminds me of hole 3 on the east side. That is a brief summary of the course.
Some the holes are tournament layout holes but I would like to see them be added once in a while to the regular layout. Hole 9 on the tournament layout is fun as well as hole 10 on tournament layout. Hole 10 is a double decker hole. It plays as a 2 layer hole which is very fun. One time I came there all the basket's were in for the tournament layout. That was pretty fun.
Cons:
There aren't too many cons on this course at all I mean it! This is not the best for beginners. A few more bushes need to be cleared. There is no practice basket.
- Pay $5 for parking unless you have a state park pass.
Some of the chains are rusting. With some brand new discatchers this course would reach the best of the best on DGCR. Long grass is hard to find your disc. Seems like after the covid boom of disc golf that this course has become very popular.
- Pay $5 for parking unless you have a state park pass.
Some of the chains are rusting. With some brand new discatchers this course would reach the best of the best on DGCR. Long grass is hard to find your disc. Seems like after the covid boom of disc golf that this course has become very popular.
Other Thoughts:
Riverbend DGC is one of my favorite courses to play. Known for the Beaver State Fling this course offers stunning views and and a crystal clear Clackamas River. You should come to the Beaver State Fling if you haven't been here. On the west course some of the signs are not there which is a little disappointing.
One of my personal favorites.
One of my personal favorites.
17
1
Top Notch Disc Golf 2+ years
Reviewed:
Updated:
Played on:Sep 3, 2018
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
Milo McIver Disc Golf Course is the best disc golf course in the Pacific Northwest, without a doubt. It is located in the beautiful, massive Milo McIver State Park near the town of Estacada. The disc golf course occupies a healthy portion of the park-- I'd estimate 75 acres.
-The scenery here at Milo is absolutely stunning. From the moment you drive in, you can sense that you're in for a treat. The entry road winds down a hill through a forest thick with old-growth Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar, and Big-leaf Maple trees. At spots you can catch a glimpse of Mt. Hood as well.
-The regular course is made up of 27 holes, with an 18-hole east course and 9-hole west course. Whether you decide to play 9, 18, or 27 holes, you'll have a ton of fun. The course design is absolutely phenomenal. The Riverbend day-use area, where the course is located, features open areas with scattered trees, plus areas with more dense woods, perfect for a top-notch course.
-No hole at Milo McIver is a gimme or a filler hole. Every single hole is thoroughly thought out and requires you to dig deep into your arsenal of shots. There are a great number of unique holes, requiring shots rarely called for. Creativity is an essential component of a low score here.
-It's a long course, but not too long. The course features many par threes, par fours here and there, and two par fives as well. Most of the longer holes have a short tee, making the course more manageable for newer players.
-Every basket is well-placed, adjacent to a massive tree, next to a creek, or on a mound. Precise approach shots are critical. It is very easy to land inside the circle and have a very challenging putt.
-The property has a gentle amount of elevation change, which was expertly used by the course designers. In particular, the hill in the middle of the park is home to the green on hole #5 East and the tee on hole #6 East, two of the most gorgeous and photographed holes in all of disc golf.
-The undergrowth is almost all native plants. Ferns and vine maple abound. It is much easier to find your disc in these plants than if the woods were overgrown with blackberries and other nasty invasives.
The Clackamas River is in view from a good many of the holes and within earshot at a couple of points. Too many disc golf courses are within earshot of a freeway. This is a hundred times better.
Wildlife abounds. Don't be surprised to see deer, eagles, chipmunks, and maybe in the river, salmon. This adds even more charm to an already splendid course.
-Timber Park is right across the river. Two terrific courses within a ten-minute drive is anyone's dream. Timber Park has more of a city park feel, and the holes are closer together, but it's still a wonderful challenge. If you come here to play Milo, check out Timber, too.
-The East 18 has brand-new, nice tee signs in full color. The West 9 could use them, too.
-The Innova Discatcher baskets were replaced just this year (2019). Some of the old baskets were becoming rusted out and losing catch, so this is a welcome improvement. Many thanks to those who got this done.
-Numerous top professionals have named Milo McIver as their favorite course. Nate Doss, Will Schusterick, Philo Brathwaite, and Gregg Barsby just to name a few.
-There are three well-kept restroom facilities at various points around the course.
-The scenery here at Milo is absolutely stunning. From the moment you drive in, you can sense that you're in for a treat. The entry road winds down a hill through a forest thick with old-growth Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar, and Big-leaf Maple trees. At spots you can catch a glimpse of Mt. Hood as well.
-The regular course is made up of 27 holes, with an 18-hole east course and 9-hole west course. Whether you decide to play 9, 18, or 27 holes, you'll have a ton of fun. The course design is absolutely phenomenal. The Riverbend day-use area, where the course is located, features open areas with scattered trees, plus areas with more dense woods, perfect for a top-notch course.
-No hole at Milo McIver is a gimme or a filler hole. Every single hole is thoroughly thought out and requires you to dig deep into your arsenal of shots. There are a great number of unique holes, requiring shots rarely called for. Creativity is an essential component of a low score here.
-It's a long course, but not too long. The course features many par threes, par fours here and there, and two par fives as well. Most of the longer holes have a short tee, making the course more manageable for newer players.
-Every basket is well-placed, adjacent to a massive tree, next to a creek, or on a mound. Precise approach shots are critical. It is very easy to land inside the circle and have a very challenging putt.
-The property has a gentle amount of elevation change, which was expertly used by the course designers. In particular, the hill in the middle of the park is home to the green on hole #5 East and the tee on hole #6 East, two of the most gorgeous and photographed holes in all of disc golf.
-The undergrowth is almost all native plants. Ferns and vine maple abound. It is much easier to find your disc in these plants than if the woods were overgrown with blackberries and other nasty invasives.
The Clackamas River is in view from a good many of the holes and within earshot at a couple of points. Too many disc golf courses are within earshot of a freeway. This is a hundred times better.
Wildlife abounds. Don't be surprised to see deer, eagles, chipmunks, and maybe in the river, salmon. This adds even more charm to an already splendid course.
-Timber Park is right across the river. Two terrific courses within a ten-minute drive is anyone's dream. Timber Park has more of a city park feel, and the holes are closer together, but it's still a wonderful challenge. If you come here to play Milo, check out Timber, too.
-The East 18 has brand-new, nice tee signs in full color. The West 9 could use them, too.
-The Innova Discatcher baskets were replaced just this year (2019). Some of the old baskets were becoming rusted out and losing catch, so this is a welcome improvement. Many thanks to those who got this done.
-Numerous top professionals have named Milo McIver as their favorite course. Nate Doss, Will Schusterick, Philo Brathwaite, and Gregg Barsby just to name a few.
-There are three well-kept restroom facilities at various points around the course.
Cons:
-Tee signs are infrequent on the West 9.
-No practice baskets.
-The course is slightly heavy on the RHBH holes
-No practice baskets.
-The course is slightly heavy on the RHBH holes
Other Thoughts:
-This is a gigantic park and at first a bit difficult to find make the proper way around. The regular layout is an 18-hole east course and a 9-hole west course that start from the east and west parking lots. Or, you can skip around and play all 27. For the Beaver State Fling, 9 holes are added to form two 18-hole courses that start from the middle parking lot.
-Milo McIver State Park is an hour drive from Portland. Take advantage of other park opportunities while you're here, including picnicking, fishing, boating, and hiking. If one day here isn't enough, reserve a campground!
-This course hosts the Beaver State Fling every June for a reason. Come out if you haven't already. It's a ton of fun to watch the top pros at one of the best courses in the country.
-If you're just starting out, this course is probably a little much. But that's not to say that you won't have a wonderful experience exploring this truly majestic park.
-For sure, Milo earns a 5-star review. It is a genuinely incredible, unforgettable experience, start to finish. The natural beauty, as well as the flow and design of the course, are simply unmatched in any course I've played to date. I always look forward to my next round at Milo McIver.
-Milo McIver State Park is an hour drive from Portland. Take advantage of other park opportunities while you're here, including picnicking, fishing, boating, and hiking. If one day here isn't enough, reserve a campground!
-This course hosts the Beaver State Fling every June for a reason. Come out if you haven't already. It's a ton of fun to watch the top pros at one of the best courses in the country.
-If you're just starting out, this course is probably a little much. But that's not to say that you won't have a wonderful experience exploring this truly majestic park.
-For sure, Milo earns a 5-star review. It is a genuinely incredible, unforgettable experience, start to finish. The natural beauty, as well as the flow and design of the course, are simply unmatched in any course I've played to date. I always look forward to my next round at Milo McIver.
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1
pdx-disc
Experience:
30.9 years
15 played
6 reviews
Paradise found 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Jul 27, 2015
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
* Challenging course with wide variety of shots across 27 holes with Pro and Amateur tees. You will want to come back again and again. This course should be on your bucket list.
* Holes usually have multiple angles of approach, and reward a variety of play styles. Quite a few risk/reward shots to take. Nice mix of long/short, open/trees, and elevation/flat shots.
* Beautiful scenery along the Clackamas River - wildflowers, wild berries, trees, meadows, bald eagles, blue herons, etc. This is everything disc golf should be.
* Concrete tees, good signage, good benches, nice facilities.
* Ample parking, restrooms and water fountains near some tees for pit stops.
* Well maintained grass, OB, facilities (that's what your fees pay for).
* Paper maps available at the entrance, very helpful.
* Really helpful staff at the front desk and campground. Don't be afraid to ask questions about the facilities or where to go.
* Camping and day-use facilities available at this enormous state park. Clackamas river has a boat launch and an old (but operating) hydroelectric dam to check out. Lots of hiking trails and good picnicking.
* Short drive to another great course, Timber Park.
* Holes usually have multiple angles of approach, and reward a variety of play styles. Quite a few risk/reward shots to take. Nice mix of long/short, open/trees, and elevation/flat shots.
* Beautiful scenery along the Clackamas River - wildflowers, wild berries, trees, meadows, bald eagles, blue herons, etc. This is everything disc golf should be.
* Concrete tees, good signage, good benches, nice facilities.
* Ample parking, restrooms and water fountains near some tees for pit stops.
* Well maintained grass, OB, facilities (that's what your fees pay for).
* Paper maps available at the entrance, very helpful.
* Really helpful staff at the front desk and campground. Don't be afraid to ask questions about the facilities or where to go.
* Camping and day-use facilities available at this enormous state park. Clackamas river has a boat launch and an old (but operating) hydroelectric dam to check out. Lots of hiking trails and good picnicking.
* Short drive to another great course, Timber Park.
Cons:
/ Thoughts:
* Some water fountains don't work at present and need to be repaired.
* Watch out for people crossing your path on the way to the river who don't know there is a disc golf course there.
* Watch out for poison oak and blackberries. They are minimal but they do exist on a couple holes. There is a hornet's nest (marked with signs) on #17 right now as well.
* Due to the awesomeness of this course, if you are playing on a nice-weather weekend day get here early, say 10am or earlier.
* Some shots are very long. I recommend playing the amateur tees the first time you play, or you may find your arm too exhausted to finish all 18 / 27 holes. The pro tees really are for pros at this course - they will wear you out.
* Some water fountains don't work at present and need to be repaired.
* Watch out for people crossing your path on the way to the river who don't know there is a disc golf course there.
* Watch out for poison oak and blackberries. They are minimal but they do exist on a couple holes. There is a hornet's nest (marked with signs) on #17 right now as well.
* Due to the awesomeness of this course, if you are playing on a nice-weather weekend day get here early, say 10am or earlier.
* Some shots are very long. I recommend playing the amateur tees the first time you play, or you may find your arm too exhausted to finish all 18 / 27 holes. The pro tees really are for pros at this course - they will wear you out.
Other Thoughts:
Good course for: people with a half day to full day to play disc golf. Good for pretty much any reasonably experienced player, although even the amateur tees may still be too much for new players.
Bad course for: absolute beginners, green-colored discs, people who don't look before they throw
King for a day: I would fix the drinking fountains and get some crews to eradicate the occasional poison oak and blackberries, but otherwise, it's great.
Definitely a 5/5 - "best of the best"
Bad course for: absolute beginners, green-colored discs, people who don't look before they throw
King for a day: I would fix the drinking fountains and get some crews to eradicate the occasional poison oak and blackberries, but otherwise, it's great.
Definitely a 5/5 - "best of the best"
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9
The tops. Nothing more to say. 2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:Jul 6, 2015
Played the course:once
Pros:
Everything except the signage. Gorgeous natural beauty. Good mix of shots. History. Location. Views on the drive out and back. Truly world class.
there is a reason (there are lots of reasons) why it is a top course for anyone who has ever played it, and a favorite among many top pros.
there is a reason (there are lots of reasons) why it is a top course for anyone who has ever played it, and a favorite among many top pros.
Cons:
Needs better signage and next tee markers for visitors.
Other Thoughts:
As good a course as I've played anywhere. Ever.
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dgyp
Experience:
35.9 years
42 played
9 reviews
Epic! 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Updated:
Played on:Jun 25, 2014
Played the course:2-4 times
Pros:
Incredible course. Played twice and loved both rounds. Challenging and long (both good things). If I lived in the area it would be my goto course.
Cons:
A bit of a drive to get there. Can be tough to follow some layouts.
Other Thoughts:
This is a world class course. No question.
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4
mbressler13
Experience:
12.1 years
50 played
26 reviews
Oregon 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Jan 5, 2014
Played the course:2-4 times
Pros:
-Huge tee pads
-Pro and AM pads
-Multiple pin locatoins
-Garbage cans through out
-Shots of all kinds, bring your whole bag for this course!
-Scenic course!
-Great baskets
-Flows nice.
-Pro and AM pads
-Multiple pin locatoins
-Garbage cans through out
-Shots of all kinds, bring your whole bag for this course!
-Scenic course!
-Great baskets
-Flows nice.
Cons:
Not sure of many cons. May be a little long for beginners. Other than that I can't think of any other issues.
Other Thoughts:
This course is absolutely amazing. It is well kept. Lots of volunteer hours go into making this one of the best courses in the world. Take a lunch. You'll be wanting a nice meal after a round at this monster.
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21
MciverDog
Experience:
2 played
2 reviews
one of the best 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Oct 17, 2012
Played the course:once
Pros:
has some of the best shots around, tests every aspect of your game............................
Cons:
gotta have a big arm to make par..........................................
Other Thoughts:
leave the tournament pins in year round plz............................
10
0
My Favorite Course... 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Updated:
Played on:Sep 19, 2012
Played the course:2-4 times
Pros:
- Amazing layout: green grass + huge trees
- Concrete teepads
- Different elevation looks
- Variety of open/flat to tight wooded holes
- 27 holes (spring/summer)
- Bright red rimmed baskets with huge red flags (awesome)
- Recycle bins every couple holes
- Great use of park space
- EMPTY during the week
- Good signage
- Concrete teepads
- Different elevation looks
- Variety of open/flat to tight wooded holes
- 27 holes (spring/summer)
- Bright red rimmed baskets with huge red flags (awesome)
- Recycle bins every couple holes
- Great use of park space
- EMPTY during the week
- Good signage
Cons:
- Signage is confusing if you don't have a map.
- The course flow can be confusing at certain points (Hole 9e to 10e; Hole 15e to 16e) if you have no idea where your going, again bring a map the first couple times.
- Someone (Stumptown DGC) should make one map that includes both the 9w/18e layout with the 27 hole flow labeled as well. That would be sweet.
- The course flow can be confusing at certain points (Hole 9e to 10e; Hole 15e to 16e) if you have no idea where your going, again bring a map the first couple times.
- Someone (Stumptown DGC) should make one map that includes both the 9w/18e layout with the 27 hole flow labeled as well. That would be sweet.
Other Thoughts:
Picture a course with wide green fairways, the occasional giant Douglas Fir in the middle, combined with tight forested holes every now and then, over a huge expanse of area on a bend of the Clackamas River.. If someone asked me to imagine "What would be your ideal course in the Pacific Northwest", it would be this course. There's a reason there's a national tour event here.
There is enough space to have two 18 hole courses here (which happens during the Beaver State Fling), but the seasonal recreational layout is 27 holes (9 west, 18 east) during summer/fall and 18 holes on the east side of the course during winter. It should be said that the 18 east winter holes include holes not used during the 18 east summer/fall layout. This is due to alternate park use in some areas during summer.
For the 27 holes used in summer/fall, locals use a 27 hole layout (the Stumptown DGC map is included here), which numbers many of the holes differently than what's on the signage. Before you go, do yourself a favor: print out both the 18 hole and 27 hole layout (NOT THE WINTER) maps and write in the 27 hole layout numbers on the 18 hole layout map and use that map to play the 27.
Confused? It's really the only "complaint" I would have for this course. After playing it now in all seasons, I totally get it, but I will always use a map. Always. If it is your first time here, ask or bring a guide.
I've played 63 holes of golf here over 8 hours, which makes it about 8 cents a hole for the $5.00 you pay to get into the park. This is for the most beautiful layout I've ever seen. There were few people there with me.
The course is big, with two lovely par 5's :1w is my favorite on the course; 2e is both pretty and ridiculously long. Combined with the fair amount of par 4s, it is a course for big arms, which I love, but not might be for everyone. They do have Am tees to ameliorate this, but I wouldn't necessarily call this a course for beginners or newbies.
I think the perfect scenario would be to camp here for a couple of days in the middle of a week during the summer fall. You'd totally get the most out it, then.
There is enough space to have two 18 hole courses here (which happens during the Beaver State Fling), but the seasonal recreational layout is 27 holes (9 west, 18 east) during summer/fall and 18 holes on the east side of the course during winter. It should be said that the 18 east winter holes include holes not used during the 18 east summer/fall layout. This is due to alternate park use in some areas during summer.
For the 27 holes used in summer/fall, locals use a 27 hole layout (the Stumptown DGC map is included here), which numbers many of the holes differently than what's on the signage. Before you go, do yourself a favor: print out both the 18 hole and 27 hole layout (NOT THE WINTER) maps and write in the 27 hole layout numbers on the 18 hole layout map and use that map to play the 27.
Confused? It's really the only "complaint" I would have for this course. After playing it now in all seasons, I totally get it, but I will always use a map. Always. If it is your first time here, ask or bring a guide.
I've played 63 holes of golf here over 8 hours, which makes it about 8 cents a hole for the $5.00 you pay to get into the park. This is for the most beautiful layout I've ever seen. There were few people there with me.
The course is big, with two lovely par 5's :1w is my favorite on the course; 2e is both pretty and ridiculously long. Combined with the fair amount of par 4s, it is a course for big arms, which I love, but not might be for everyone. They do have Am tees to ameliorate this, but I wouldn't necessarily call this a course for beginners or newbies.
I think the perfect scenario would be to camp here for a couple of days in the middle of a week during the summer fall. You'd totally get the most out it, then.
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4
Uhlman
Experience:
20.8 years
18 played
4 reviews
A Week With Milo 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Sep 14, 2010
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
Well maintained
9, 18, or 27 holes (and at times 36)
Pro and Am tees on most holes
Beautiful old growth setting
Camping nearby
Pro, Advanced, intermediate, and Beginner friendly options
9, 18, or 27 holes (and at times 36)
Pro and Am tees on most holes
Beautiful old growth setting
Camping nearby
Pro, Advanced, intermediate, and Beginner friendly options
Cons:
Remote (almost an hour from downtown Portland)
Can be crowded on weekends
The layout may be confusing to people who do not have a map or guide
$5 OR State Park Parking Fee
Some holes may intimidate some Beginners (i believe that there are some holes here that even intimidate pros too)
Can be crowded on weekends
The layout may be confusing to people who do not have a map or guide
$5 OR State Park Parking Fee
Some holes may intimidate some Beginners (i believe that there are some holes here that even intimidate pros too)
Other Thoughts:
Well maintained and cared for by tenacious volunteers this course is truly one of the great courses in Oregon. The combination of long holes with wide fairways, Short technical holes, elevation changes, and all the permeations in between leaves one tired at the end of 9, 18, or 27 holes but fulfilled. The fact that there are so many ways to play the course makes spending a week a Milo worh every penny. Living far from Portland (200+ miles), I try to get to this course at least once a year however, if I lived closer I would be there more.
10
2
dscglf4
Experience:
26.9 years
61 played
3 reviews
2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Jun 3, 2010
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
-the park alone is worth the drive,its big and very beautiful
-27/36 DISCatcher's,many with alt pin settings,most of the pins are are tucked into a pocket or a clump of trees,a few parking lot-island green's, and 1 in a stump
-large concrete tee's,Pro and Am
-short,medium,long,and extra long throws, from 175' upto 850'...then the super-sized extra long 1196'
-great layout and use of what elevation there is,many of the fairways do have some slope to them and there are quite a few shots with elevated tee's.
-no boring or repeating holes
-signs,benches,trash/recycle cans and 3 clean bathroom buildings
-usually not much of a crowd,but even if there is alot of people, its a BIG course
-all the old growth fir,pine and cedars, ferns and vines,deer,bald eagles and even saw a coyote on hole #W8
-3 miles from timber park
-and finally, home of the Beaver State Fling, a National Tour event that brings in some of top men and women players from all over the country,including many top players from all over Oregon
-27/36 DISCatcher's,many with alt pin settings,most of the pins are are tucked into a pocket or a clump of trees,a few parking lot-island green's, and 1 in a stump
-large concrete tee's,Pro and Am
-short,medium,long,and extra long throws, from 175' upto 850'...then the super-sized extra long 1196'
-great layout and use of what elevation there is,many of the fairways do have some slope to them and there are quite a few shots with elevated tee's.
-no boring or repeating holes
-signs,benches,trash/recycle cans and 3 clean bathroom buildings
-usually not much of a crowd,but even if there is alot of people, its a BIG course
-all the old growth fir,pine and cedars, ferns and vines,deer,bald eagles and even saw a coyote on hole #W8
-3 miles from timber park
-and finally, home of the Beaver State Fling, a National Tour event that brings in some of top men and women players from all over the country,including many top players from all over Oregon
Cons:
the only thing for me is that its not 36 holes year round
Other Thoughts:
ive always loved this park even when it just had 18 holes,you could look around and imagine shots everywhere.
this is a championship park with 2 championship courses.a majority of the holes are 400-600' range,plus a 700,850 and 1196',but there are quite a few 300' and some in the 200' range.
this is a big-arm course, but alot of it is about placement too.
Milo McIver is truely one of the top five courses in the world!
tied with Meadowridge as my favorite course
this is a championship park with 2 championship courses.a majority of the holes are 400-600' range,plus a 700,850 and 1196',but there are quite a few 300' and some in the 200' range.
this is a big-arm course, but alot of it is about placement too.
Milo McIver is truely one of the top five courses in the world!
tied with Meadowridge as my favorite course
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8
nonono
Experience:
5 played
5 reviews
2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Dec 5, 2009
Played the course:once
Pros:
nice grass that is mowed and big tee pads and good baskets. 27 holes is a nice big long day of playing and good for picnick with the kids. good throws from the hill for downhill fun and near the river
Cons:
its really long and hard so its frustrating to try and get good score. its hard to find your wya around so its good to play with people who know the course or ask some one who knows. it costs a lot of money to play it because its in a state park that charges money to play.
Other Thoughts:
really great course but its too far from town so its a long drive but worth it
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22
World Class DG Course 2+ years
Reviewed:
Updated:
Played on:May 17, 2009
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
This amazing two course complex is host to the Beaver State Fling Disc Golf National Tour Event every year in May. It has an incredible mix of open and wooded holes throughout both the West and East courses, with multiple par3's, 4's and 5's to challenge every shot in your game. It is by far my favorite courses in the country because of the demanding course layout and amazing manicured fairways.
There are several holes where you have throw a huge drive to a sizable landing area, then throw another drive or good length upshot in order to birdie or eagle the hole. Its a definitely strategy to shot execution and placement to score well on these course.
The course is located beautiful river valley just south of Mt. Hood with lots of old growth Douglas Fir and Pines, the Clackamas River running along side both of the courses. There are little to no distractions for the fact that you are out in the woods unless you are flustered by the tranquil sounds of the river and the birds.
The course is just that, as I describe to many players, its several teepads and baskets with a river, trees, birds and some of the nicest Disc Golf Fairways that you have ever seen. Its something just that simple that makes the course that much more amazing.
Its a definite must-play if you are ever in the area!!!
There are several holes where you have throw a huge drive to a sizable landing area, then throw another drive or good length upshot in order to birdie or eagle the hole. Its a definitely strategy to shot execution and placement to score well on these course.
The course is located beautiful river valley just south of Mt. Hood with lots of old growth Douglas Fir and Pines, the Clackamas River running along side both of the courses. There are little to no distractions for the fact that you are out in the woods unless you are flustered by the tranquil sounds of the river and the birds.
The course is just that, as I describe to many players, its several teepads and baskets with a river, trees, birds and some of the nicest Disc Golf Fairways that you have ever seen. Its something just that simple that makes the course that much more amazing.
Its a definite must-play if you are ever in the area!!!
Cons:
Location - I wish that it was a little closer to the city of Portland in order to draw more spectators and sponsors to their events. It is about 20 miles outside of Portland but well worth the drive. But what also makes this course great is the fact that there are minimal distractions due to the course being a distance from the city.
More Courses on the Property - I would only hope that they install another course (or 2) on the property because they have access to so much prime Disc Golf land. With the addition of a few more courses this would become the best DG complex in the game and a great possibility to host a World Championships.
More Courses on the Property - I would only hope that they install another course (or 2) on the property because they have access to so much prime Disc Golf land. With the addition of a few more courses this would become the best DG complex in the game and a great possibility to host a World Championships.
Other Thoughts:
I could only hope that more people get the chance to play these courses and get influenced by such course and realize that this type of golf is the future of our sport. It combines the open fairways of ball-golf with some tighter, wooded fairways with sharp angles that only a disc can manipulate, much like we are all accustom to seeing with Disc Golf. Its the best of both worlds and has something for everyone that plays it.
That maybe the reason that the Beaver State Fling National Tour Event sells out every year months in advance on both the Am and Pro weekends with over 500 players in attendance.
A True World-Class Disc Golf Course all made possible by the Hard Work of the Portland Rocs DG Club and thanks to everyone that contributes to the preparation for the Beaver State Fling every year.
That maybe the reason that the Beaver State Fling National Tour Event sells out every year months in advance on both the Am and Pro weekends with over 500 players in attendance.
A True World-Class Disc Golf Course all made possible by the Hard Work of the Portland Rocs DG Club and thanks to everyone that contributes to the preparation for the Beaver State Fling every year.
