Rocky Mountain Village DGC reviews
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enragedmullet
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Experience:
12.5 years
115 played
79 reviews
Great variety, never a dull moment 2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:Sep 22, 2017
Played the course:once
Pros:
-excellent variety of distances, elevation, hazards, and shots needed - a great challenge
-not far from the interstate for those passing through
-plays most of a loop, and is a bargain at $5
-variety of basket types but all catch well and are painted bright red which helps them stand out and most have a nice big flag on top
-really takes advantage of the land available - you're playing in fields, among buildings and along a mountainside
-1 & 2 actually have light water hazards, which I don't see much of in the area
-not far from the interstate for those passing through
-plays most of a loop, and is a bargain at $5
-variety of basket types but all catch well and are painted bright red which helps them stand out and most have a nice big flag on top
-really takes advantage of the land available - you're playing in fields, among buildings and along a mountainside
-1 & 2 actually have light water hazards, which I don't see much of in the area
Cons:
-tee pads vary, some concrete, some dirt, some rubber mat
-signage lacking a bit, right now there's just a post at each tee
-no regular amenities to speak of - there's a restroom in the main lodge, pack it in/pack it out, the closest you'll get to a bench are boulders at some tees
-signage lacking a bit, right now there's just a post at each tee
-no regular amenities to speak of - there's a restroom in the main lodge, pack it in/pack it out, the closest you'll get to a bench are boulders at some tees
Other Thoughts:
Rocky Mountain Village is definitely worth a stop if you're a local or just passing through. 27 very varied holes for $5. With the range of what the course asks of you as a player that's a bargain. The staff are also super helpful. You've got short ace runs, long bombers in fields for the big arms, tight wooded shots for the precision crowd. You've got backhands, forehands, hyzers, anhyzers, tomahawks, name it. There's definitely some elevation in play and some punishing terrain not only in terms of errant shots but errant steps. Most of the open shots don't have defined fairways, just shooting in a field; a lot of the wooded shots are tight, but there are lines visible. Part of the course plays through a horse pasture so on those open shots short grass isn't plentiful, in the woods what fairways you have are clear, and if you go off fairway it isn't too overgrown, though some of those holes can get steep and punishing.
I wouldn't bring a beginner or anyone that's not expecting a real hike. Or anyone afraid of horses. On a related sidenote, make sure to close their gate behind you. One issue that could be a problem is navigation/signage. It's inadequate at the tee and the map is a tad inaccurate around holes 24-27.
25 plays diagonally across the field toward the road, then you backtrack up to the tee for 26 to throw the other direction across the field. This tripped me up. That said, I've had way worse times finding myself around other courses.
A lack of amenities doesn't bother me; I had an awesome time, it tested my whole game and only left me wanting to play 27 more - I'll definitely be back. There is some rough out here though and it is a hike so, you know...know before you go.
I wouldn't bring a beginner or anyone that's not expecting a real hike. Or anyone afraid of horses. On a related sidenote, make sure to close their gate behind you. One issue that could be a problem is navigation/signage. It's inadequate at the tee and the map is a tad inaccurate around holes 24-27.
25 plays diagonally across the field toward the road, then you backtrack up to the tee for 26 to throw the other direction across the field. This tripped me up. That said, I've had way worse times finding myself around other courses.
A lack of amenities doesn't bother me; I had an awesome time, it tested my whole game and only left me wanting to play 27 more - I'll definitely be back. There is some rough out here though and it is a hike so, you know...know before you go.
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Adventure at Every Turn 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Aug 23, 2013
Played the course:once
Pros:
-Huge variety of holes and shots. This course features water obstacles, open meadows, really tight wooded holes, and holes that incorporate both trees and open spaces. The holes never feel repetitive.
-This course rewards being able to throw a variety of different shots. It also requires accuracy and the ability to throw a variety of distances to score well.
-Good distance mix on the course. There are longer holes (some close to 500 feet) and shorter holes. The shortest is probably about 190.
-While there are a decent amount of shorter holes on this course, they are not gimme holes. They are quite tight and require really good accuracy to score well. I found myself scoring worse on the shorter holes on this course than the longer ones.
-The elevation incorporated into this course is one of it's best features. Holes 12 and 20 are really steep shots down treed lined hills.Other than those many of the holes incorporate elevation. It includes uphill, downhill, side-hill shots, and even big drop-off on some of the sides of the fairways.
-This is a really beautiful and pleasant area for a disc golf course. Everyone we met at the camp was very friendly and checking in was no problem at all.
-Since, this course is private and requires a tee-time, we had the whole course to our-self it was awesome. I doubt crowds are ever a problem at this course.
-Holes 1 and 2 feature water obstacles. I thought the water obstacles were well done. Hole 1 has a decent carry over water but there are ways around the water and it plays downhill so the hole plays shorter than it actually is. Hole 2 tees off right near the edge of the water and it is probably 50 to 100 feet over the water. Overall, I thought the water obstacles were well done and not super punishing for those that can't throw as far.
-27 hole course
-Baskets are all Innova Discatchers (some are the older single chained and some are the new double chained) but they all catch well.
-Just off i-70 and very easy to access from Denver.
-This course rewards being able to throw a variety of different shots. It also requires accuracy and the ability to throw a variety of distances to score well.
-Good distance mix on the course. There are longer holes (some close to 500 feet) and shorter holes. The shortest is probably about 190.
-While there are a decent amount of shorter holes on this course, they are not gimme holes. They are quite tight and require really good accuracy to score well. I found myself scoring worse on the shorter holes on this course than the longer ones.
-The elevation incorporated into this course is one of it's best features. Holes 12 and 20 are really steep shots down treed lined hills.Other than those many of the holes incorporate elevation. It includes uphill, downhill, side-hill shots, and even big drop-off on some of the sides of the fairways.
-This is a really beautiful and pleasant area for a disc golf course. Everyone we met at the camp was very friendly and checking in was no problem at all.
-Since, this course is private and requires a tee-time, we had the whole course to our-self it was awesome. I doubt crowds are ever a problem at this course.
-Holes 1 and 2 feature water obstacles. I thought the water obstacles were well done. Hole 1 has a decent carry over water but there are ways around the water and it plays downhill so the hole plays shorter than it actually is. Hole 2 tees off right near the edge of the water and it is probably 50 to 100 feet over the water. Overall, I thought the water obstacles were well done and not super punishing for those that can't throw as far.
-27 hole course
-Baskets are all Innova Discatchers (some are the older single chained and some are the new double chained) but they all catch well.
-Just off i-70 and very easy to access from Denver.
Cons:
-The tee-pads could use a little work. About half of the tee-pads are concrete, but most of the concrete tee-pads are a little too short and are raised above the ground and can make getting a good run-up a little hard. About a third of the tee-pads are dirt and rutted. The rest are kitchen mats and I thought those were the best tee-pads on the course.
-The course is a little hard to navigate, even with the map they gave us at the beginning, we had to spend a little time walking and looking for holes and baskets.
-Each hole has a post that marks the tee-pad and hole number. A couple holes have tee-signs but most of the tee-signs are faded and hard to read. Improved tee-signs would help finding some of the baskets better.
-Parts of the course (mainly the meadow) can get overgrown with itchy tall-grass.
-Some holes play close to buildings, tables, and picnic areas. Since the course is only playable during the camp's off season it is not a huge problem.
-Hole 15 is the only hole I didn't like on this course. The hole either forces you to throw near an eating pavilion or straight down a road. I feel like this hole is a little dangerous and needs to be re-designed.
-Course is only open for a limited time each year, but since this is an Easter Seals Camp that is totally understandable.
-The course is a little hard to navigate, even with the map they gave us at the beginning, we had to spend a little time walking and looking for holes and baskets.
-Each hole has a post that marks the tee-pad and hole number. A couple holes have tee-signs but most of the tee-signs are faded and hard to read. Improved tee-signs would help finding some of the baskets better.
-Parts of the course (mainly the meadow) can get overgrown with itchy tall-grass.
-Some holes play close to buildings, tables, and picnic areas. Since the course is only playable during the camp's off season it is not a huge problem.
-Hole 15 is the only hole I didn't like on this course. The hole either forces you to throw near an eating pavilion or straight down a road. I feel like this hole is a little dangerous and needs to be re-designed.
-Course is only open for a limited time each year, but since this is an Easter Seals Camp that is totally understandable.
Other Thoughts:
This course is a spectacular mountain course. It has a ton of fun holes and is really fun and challenging to play. With some better tee-pads and improved navigation this course could easily earn a 5.0 rating. If you play make sure you bring an ID, they require a copy of your ID to play. Be prepared for a hike, as at times this course can be a bit of a strenuous hike. If you are driving up I-70 make sure you call for a tee time and make a stop because this course is a must play.
4
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2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:Sep 29, 2012
Played the course:once
Pros:
-great variety of shots
-lots of trees for some great technical shots
-lots of elevation change, and great use of it
-lots of trees for some great technical shots
-lots of elevation change, and great use of it
Cons:
-you can only play this course a few months out of the year because of the summer camp
-pay to play and call to make tee time
-pay to play and call to make tee time
Other Thoughts:
Great mountain course, one of the best courses in the along 70
