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Sabattus, ME

Sabattus Disc Golf - Hawk

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KernsyBlueBook
Experience: 99 played 6 reviews
4.50 star(s)

One of the best drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Oct 10, 2020 Played the course:once

Pros:

My favorite course on the property, which is one of the best in New England. Variety of shots and beautiful course.

Cons:

Yeah, it has Maine par. Happy for it to be that way for families, but would be nice to list advanced par. It has a couple of funky holes, but not too funky to affect my rating that much.

Other Thoughts:

Get to Sabattus ASAP and play as many layouts as possible there, but if you can only play one, this is my vote.
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Upshawt1979
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Premium Member
Experience: 21 years 550 played 429 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Sabattus Gigante 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 17, 2021 Played the course:once

Pros:

Not many disc golf courses supply this kind of splendor. The Hawk is a really fun course, and if the other three courses on the grounds are similar quality than a day here would be a treat for any disc golfer. I am guessing they are all pretty nice. There is a pro shop with all the gear. Beverages of all sorts and snacks are available. I hear there is a restaurant coming.

The course it set up very well. Concrete tees, and nice signs that have the distance and a good map. Baskets are quality targets. There are some blind holes that will have large arrows fixed to a tree to point the way to the pin.

It is a mix of open grassy fairways and wooded holes, with the woodsy holes outnumbering grassy two to one. Terrain has some elevation changes, but it only reaches drastic levels on a couple of holes. A stream meanders around one end of the course, and can grab an errant throw, but it isn't super menacing. I thought the wooded holes left a fair line while requiring accuracy and shot shaping. The grass was lush, green and clearly well taken care of. Often times there are large boulders in the grassy fairways that can interfere with approach shots.

Nearly every hole has a charm of its own to add flavors to the Hawk stew. Hole 2 has a line of trees fencing the left side of the fairway, creating a gap to hit off the tee. The approach is into the woods and slipping down a hill as you near the pin. 3 takes a sharp turn to the left and climbs uphill at the end. 6 is a fun flick left to right and downhill to a basket surrounded by trees. It does take a bit of luck to slip into the circle and park it. 7 is a wild boomerang that tees out of the woods, pivots nearly 180 degrees and reenters the woods once again. 8 is a short one, still having a few trunks that stand in perfect position to spoil a nice tee shot. The front nine finishes on a par 5 that follows a gravel path that allows you to get some distance off the tee if you keep it straight and not too high. Access to the basket is limited to a couple of gaps between trees, but an eagle is within reach with two good shots.

10 is another par 5, with slightly more bumpy terrain and a few more trees than the previous hole. 13 is a nice deuce run, but takes a well placed drive. 14 is a straight run out of the woods, and if you get out it is helpful, since there is still a good length of grass to cover beyond the last trees. Another putter toss can get you a bird at 17.

Cons:

There are some yawners, I'm lookin at you holes 4 and 15. The par is a bit exaggerated at 73. It is a long one, but I would say all of the 300'-350' holes should be par 3 instead of 4. I wasn't playing great and only had one bogey on the round. I had birdies on half of the holes and some of them don't exactly feel legit. Take all of them you can get, I suppose. The back to back eagles on 9 and 10 did feel legit somehow.

It seems to be standard practice in Maine, but pay to play is in play here. Amazing facilities are well worth it.

Other Thoughts:

This was my only round at Sabuttus unfortunately. I got there late in the day, and we had to skip hole 17 and 18 as it got dark. I did get a look at them on the way out of the gate. Definitely one of the nicest disc golf exclusive parks I have seen. I will surely return to play the rest of the courses if I get back to the area.

Not my favorite course in the state, but top 3 at least. I need to see what the Eagle and Falcon courses look like. Might as well take a peek at the Owl too. Based on what I saw safe to call this a true destination course.

I was 9 under par through 16 holes when the sun went down. The inflated par is something I run across now and then, but it doesn't compute honestly. It's just a number, I know. Beginners probably enjoy getting the pars more regularly. This is about the only part of the Sabuttus experience that didn't stack up, though. The land is scenic and flawlessly manicured. Very fun hole design. Absolutely go and prepare to spend an entire day if you're able.
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overkill
Experience: 24 played 6 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Destination: good time 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 24, 2014 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

A very well laid out, fun course with equal amount of open space and wooded area to challenege all levels of player. The entire course is more similar to a PGA golf course vs some of the "path cut through the woods" courses that are around.

Cons:

Pars are generous but can be adjusted to what you consider fair.

Other Thoughts:

Will always play here over any other course when given the chance.
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iHitTree
Bronze level trusted reviewer
Experience: 22 years 100 played 38 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Strong compliment to Eagle 2+ years

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Jun 26, 2016 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

The Eagle probably gets most of the attention as the marquis layout at Sabattus, but The Hawk may be my favorite. It's easy enough to boost confidence, but challenging enough if you alter the pars to pro pars (make 5's par 4's and make 4's par 3's) to make for a fun round. There is an awesome Pro Shop on site with amazing amounts of discs, merch, snacks, drinks, bathrooms, and helpful staff. I also really like the terrain here. Lots of mix of grass, dirt, rocks, roots, pine needles, water, elevation change, etc., to keep you on your toes. The tee sign, tee pads, and course navigation are fantastic.

Cons:

There should be a pro par. This course is not a par 72...I found it to be par 60. This course attracts newer players and families, which is great, but sometimes they may not know to try to let you play through, so be kind and vigilant if you're there on a warm-weather weekend.

Other Thoughts:

This was a great warm up to Sabattus' premier course, The Eagle. It is slightly easier, but also has all the pros its big bro does. On the course, my favorite holes include hole 2 (great pro par 4 requiring a nice long drive that makes it past a line of trees perpendicular to the tee, followed by a nice mid-range or putter (or forehand) turnover shot to get your 3), hole 9 (another great pro par 4, this time a gently snaking woods tunnel, safest bet is mid-range, mid-range, putt to get your 3), hole 10 (similar to 9, so if you messed that one up, this is a slightly easier and shorter version), hole 12 (plays out in the open along the edge of woods on right, big dogleg right hole, good chance to throw a roller off the tee), and hole 14 (awesome tunnel shot out of the woods, and then a crush, pro par 4).
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dlandry13
Experience: 2 played 2 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Hawk 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 25, 2014 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

This course along with the three others are maintained very professionally, and it is pretty hard to lose your disc on this course. Has great lines and open fairways providing an excellent layout for beginners like myself. I cannot think of anything bad to say about this course or Sabattus Disc Golf.

Cons:

7 dollars for a round is a little pricey compared to other places, but with the majestic professional atmosphere and courses, it is well worth it. I come here whenever I want to have a good peaceful round.

Other Thoughts:

The stock inside the pro shop is unbelievable. I have to tell myself not to go in there because I know I will end up wanting to buy something whether it is a disc, a bag, mini, or any other disc golf related item. Check this place out as soon as you can! Definitely the best in Maine that I have seen so far.
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centralscrutinizer
Experience: 1 played 1 reviews
4.50 star(s)

A new level of golf experience 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 29, 2014 Played the course:once

Pros:

We arrived early and Peter (Paul?) when he saw that we had come a long way (from NC) came out to chat with us. We spoke a few minutes and very much appreciated the time he took to tell us about the courses/pro shop/plans for the future and the disc golf scene in Maine. The course was challenging, with a good mix of tight fairways and open fields, something for everyone. I've been playing for 6 years now and this was the more professional maintained course I've ever seen. Trash cans, benches, porta potties, a great pro shop, basically all the amenities that I'd expect on a typical ball golf course. We intended to play again as we passed through on our return trip but time was against us. Was it the toughest course I've ever played, not at all, was it one of the best laid out making a great use of the terrain available, absolutely. After our round when we were leaving the parking lot was full which in itself is a testament to the disc golf experience you can expect here. I truly hope that other private courses learn from them and model their professionally maintained courses/business in a similar fashion.

Cons:

The pars on the toughest of the 3 courses were somewhat generous in my opinion. Not that it really matters in that everyone is playing to the same numbers. If I was to make a suggestion I'd like to see a monster layout, the likes of Renny Gold or the Web in Charlotte for days I'm in the mood to get a good beat down.
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Zerbato
Experience: 11 years 10 played 1 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Great course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 24, 2014 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

The course is very well maintained. I play this course often as it isn't to far from where I live. If you want more of a challenge the eagle offers that but when I want to warm up and practice different shots I play the hawk. It is also very good to play on when I get a new disc and need to try it out.
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Rhyno14
Experience: 9 played 5 reviews
4.50 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 2, 2011 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Great place to play! Excellent variety of shots, forehand, backhand, and tomahawk. Extremely well maintained and well marked. One of the top courses in the state HANDS DOWN!!! Pro shop has a huge selection and friendly employees. Knowledgeable Pro in the pro shop. $9 for the day is well worth the price. (2) 18-hole courses and (1) 9 hole course.

Cons:

Needs new baskets. Not open all year round.....
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Ryan LaRoche
Experience: 3 played 3 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Best I've played 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 14, 2011 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

After reading the other reviews I am basically only doing this because I am reviewing all course I have played.
-Immaculate facilty
-Great signage
-Variety of shots
-AMAZING shop
-Feels like a ball golf course-even better actually. The maintenance on this course is above any that I have EVER seen.
-Challenging for the newb and even hard to master for the "experts"
-Family, Fun-not just on the signs, it is what you see out there.

Cons:

-Can be wet-like any course in Maine
-Staff is not always super knowledgeable, but tries very hard to answer your questions.
-Signs may be a little off for the 1st time player.
-Yeah that is about it...

Other Thoughts:

These people have done an amazing job on this course. It can be crowded as it is the premier course in the Central Maine area. But overall it is the best disc experience that I have ever had and it continues to be every time I play it (well over 100 rounds already). Any player of any level would enjoy a day on this course.
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bcr123psu
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 14.8 years 85 played 64 reviews
4.50 star(s)

A New Favorite 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 3, 2010 Played the course:once

Pros:

The Hawk at Sabattus Disc Golf is an exceptional course that features great variety and is an outright joy to play. The course has a great layout featuring a solid mix of L, R, and straight fairways. Most holes incorporate trees, obstacles, and elevation in a well-thought, elegant manner. The Hawk has numerous densely-wooded, but fair fairways. The course has good variation in distances from the first hole ace run to long-bomb fairways. Two noteworthy holes include:

Hole 2 - This hole is a fantastic example of a unique design the plays mind games with the players. The fairway is actually quite wide with the basket tucked slightly downhill and in the back, right corner with woods bordering the fairway on the right and in the back. The head games come into play when viewing the wall of birch trees half way down the 555' fairway that take up the left 2/3 of the space. The trees are only 6" around and spaced 3-6' apart, which should provide plenty of space through which a disc could pass. Despite this, the natural inclination is to throw to the right of these trees and any drive that isn't on the mark will end up in the woods to the right.

Hole 14 - Requiring both control and power, this hole features a tight, straight tunnel shot that opens into a wide-open fairway. If you can get your drive out on the first throw, you've got a solid shot at par. If you miss the gap, you're looking at a multiple bogey situation.

The tee signs at the Hawk were exceptionally detailed and displayed fairways, major obstacles, distance, par, and basket location. In addition to tee signs, the course had plenty of signage directing players to the baskets and toward the next tees.

The course itself was meticulously maintained. The concrete tees were in fantastic shape, as were the baskets. Garbage cans, picnic tables, and butt buckets available on nearly all the tees. The fairways and paths were all clear and wooded lanes consisted of gravel, mulch, or wood chips. Surrounding many of the baskets were wood chip greens. There was very little underbrush and shule, reducing the possibility of a lost disc and making the course more aesthetically pleasing.

On many other courses, close proximity of baskets to the next tee is a big safety risk and falls solidly into the "Cons" list. At the Hawk, however, the people at Sabattus Disc Golf covered all their bases. A saftey net was installed between the basket of hole 6 and the tee of hole 7, protecting the players without sacrificing the layout of those two holes.

Cons:

Very, very few cons. Several of the holes had a simplistic feel and were somewhat repetitive. Additionally, other than trees and giant rocks, there wasn't anything to really push the risk/reward aspect of the game. A water hazard, unique "locals route", or distinctive mando would have done something to push this course to the upper-most level.

Other Thoughts:

The people at Sabattus have their act together across the board. I had the most fun playing the Hawk out of all the courses I've ever played. After my first round, this course is now tied as my favorite course.

When comparing the Hawk to the other courses at Sabattus Disc Golf (although this had no impact on my rating), this course had wider and more traditional fairways and throwing lines than the Eagle. The Hawk was also much longer and had a lot more variety than the Owl.

Sabattus, ME isn't exactly in the thick of things, but Sabattus Disc Golf is well worth the trip and I'd recommend it to anyone and everyone that is considering a disc golf trip to Maine. I wish more courses were modeled after the disc golf complex at Sabattus.
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