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Your personal top 5 to 10 courses and how and why you rated them that way...
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Hawk Hollow
Flyboy
Old Brackett's Bluff
Castle Hayne
Bradford
Flyboy
Old Brackett's Bluff
Castle Hayne
Bradford
... one of those is biased Sam
1. Flyboy
2. Steady Ed
3. Bracketts Bluff(Old)
4. Stoney Hill
5. WR Jackson
2. Steady Ed
3. Bracketts Bluff(Old)
4. Stoney Hill
5. WR Jackson
JamesXC
Eagle Member
In no particular order;
Diamond X, Billings, MT: this isn't so much a course as it is an experience. There is nothing quite like throwing up down around over under and off of literal 100 foot cliffs for 36 holes. There is nothing like The X anywhere that I have ever been.
Horning's Hideout, North Plains, OR: Only the Meadow Ridge course is needed for me to put Horning's on the list, but what really puts it over the top is the fact that there are 3 vastly different courses all in the same place. Meadow Ridge is a bit of a torture chamber, but in the best way possible while Canyon might be good enough to make the list on it's own. Also, I rarely have as much fun as when I am playing the Highland course. Short and easy, but it has all of the variety that you could ask for.
Milo McIver, Estacada, OR: In particular the Beaver State Fling layout is absolutely spectacular. There are so many unique challenges in the 36 holes. Also, this course is one of the fairest that I have ever played. An errant drive will punish you, but not cost you multiple strokes. There are very few holes that are "throw it near that tree and hope for the best." Additionally, it is extremely well-maintained and every hole feels like a new challenge.
Priest Pass, Helena, MT: This is a seasonal course that only has baskets during the Continental Classic Tournament every year, but when they are in it is among the best courses anywhere. Literally on top of the Continental Divide, you are playing at 5000'+ elevation. There is an amazing variety of shots required and no hole feels like any other. When the wind is blowing, the course will play 8 shots harder, but that just adds to the fun.
I know that this is supposed to be 5-10 long, but these are the ones that really stand out to me as better than anywhere else I have played. The next tier is
Adair Park, Adair OR
Blue Mountain, Missoula, MT
SeaTac, Seattle, WA
Pier Park, Portland, OR
Whistler's Bend, Roseburg, OR
Hickory Hills, Traverse City, MI
Diamond X, Billings, MT: this isn't so much a course as it is an experience. There is nothing quite like throwing up down around over under and off of literal 100 foot cliffs for 36 holes. There is nothing like The X anywhere that I have ever been.
Horning's Hideout, North Plains, OR: Only the Meadow Ridge course is needed for me to put Horning's on the list, but what really puts it over the top is the fact that there are 3 vastly different courses all in the same place. Meadow Ridge is a bit of a torture chamber, but in the best way possible while Canyon might be good enough to make the list on it's own. Also, I rarely have as much fun as when I am playing the Highland course. Short and easy, but it has all of the variety that you could ask for.
Milo McIver, Estacada, OR: In particular the Beaver State Fling layout is absolutely spectacular. There are so many unique challenges in the 36 holes. Also, this course is one of the fairest that I have ever played. An errant drive will punish you, but not cost you multiple strokes. There are very few holes that are "throw it near that tree and hope for the best." Additionally, it is extremely well-maintained and every hole feels like a new challenge.
Priest Pass, Helena, MT: This is a seasonal course that only has baskets during the Continental Classic Tournament every year, but when they are in it is among the best courses anywhere. Literally on top of the Continental Divide, you are playing at 5000'+ elevation. There is an amazing variety of shots required and no hole feels like any other. When the wind is blowing, the course will play 8 shots harder, but that just adds to the fun.
I know that this is supposed to be 5-10 long, but these are the ones that really stand out to me as better than anywhere else I have played. The next tier is
Adair Park, Adair OR
Blue Mountain, Missoula, MT
SeaTac, Seattle, WA
Pier Park, Portland, OR
Whistler's Bend, Roseburg, OR
Hickory Hills, Traverse City, MI
Lots that I love, but I'm going with MORAINE STATE PARK as my number one. The only course that I can play over and over and over and still enjoy it as much as the first time I played.
I haven't played nearly as many courses at a lot of people on here, but Moraine would be number one for me too. Awesome, awesome course. The holes seem to compliment each other and flow from one to the next very well. It's just so complete.
livedoen4
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Fox Chase is my home course and I'm digging all the love.
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I base my judgement of a course on a few factors; challenge, fun, land use, and the least important course equipment (tees/baskets/etc). Some of my favorite course are not the most challenging but I always have a blast just playing.
In no particular order:
Dretzka Park - Milwaukee, WI
-I went to school in Milwaukee shortly after I started playing. Back then it was just Dretzka and Valley View. I spent alot of time here. From the short tees Dretzka is a fun but challenging course that requires good accuracy and descent line shaping. From the longs, it requires greater accuracy great line shaping and distance. When you add in the multiple pin placements it pushes to the top of the pile for me.
Kaposia - South St Paul, MN
- Combining everything from fun easy dueces to kicking you in the balls. This course works your mental game and shot skills. Lots of blind shots, multiple pin placements, and high risk/reward. Then add in the scenery and you have yourself a winner. I truly wish this course was at my back door again.
Meyer Broadway Original - Three Rivers, MI
- This is what I hope disc golf becomes one day. Both courses at this establishment are TRUE golf. The name of the game here is placement and control. There is nothing unfair or stupid random try in the optimal line. Make your shot or pay the price. After playing this course I felt worked mentally, and wanted to go back for more. We could have spent the entire weekend just at this place and been perfectly happy.
Leviathon - Ludington, MI
- The ultimate challenge. You think you are good, go play the black tees...good luck. This course starts out a little ordinary but right around hole 5-6 you start to see a taste of what is to come in the back half. Long, tight, and accurate is the name of the game. If you cant throw straight 250+ feet you will not enjoy the Blue or Black tees. Every shot and fairway is fair, but very demanding.
Camden II - Milan, IL
- Tight, long, and valleys make this course very challenging. You will need almost every shot in your bag, especially on the longs. There are a couple holes with the random tree in your way but it doesnt detract from the overall greatness of the course. This is one of those course that can beat you up but you leave with a smile. Camden I is no slouch either.
Notable mentions:
Oshtemo - Kalamazoo, MI
Lemon Lake Silver/Gold - Crown Point, IN
BRP - East Bethel, MN
Walnut Ridge - Johnston, IA
Stable Run - Ames, IA
Brown Deer - Milwaukee, WI
West Lake - Davenport, IA
Blueberry Hill - Highbridge, WI
p.s. Campton Hills is an awesome course! It is addicting as heck and you can crank out round after round in no time. A seriously under-rated course.
In no particular order:
Dretzka Park - Milwaukee, WI
-I went to school in Milwaukee shortly after I started playing. Back then it was just Dretzka and Valley View. I spent alot of time here. From the short tees Dretzka is a fun but challenging course that requires good accuracy and descent line shaping. From the longs, it requires greater accuracy great line shaping and distance. When you add in the multiple pin placements it pushes to the top of the pile for me.
Kaposia - South St Paul, MN
- Combining everything from fun easy dueces to kicking you in the balls. This course works your mental game and shot skills. Lots of blind shots, multiple pin placements, and high risk/reward. Then add in the scenery and you have yourself a winner. I truly wish this course was at my back door again.
Meyer Broadway Original - Three Rivers, MI
- This is what I hope disc golf becomes one day. Both courses at this establishment are TRUE golf. The name of the game here is placement and control. There is nothing unfair or stupid random try in the optimal line. Make your shot or pay the price. After playing this course I felt worked mentally, and wanted to go back for more. We could have spent the entire weekend just at this place and been perfectly happy.
Leviathon - Ludington, MI
- The ultimate challenge. You think you are good, go play the black tees...good luck. This course starts out a little ordinary but right around hole 5-6 you start to see a taste of what is to come in the back half. Long, tight, and accurate is the name of the game. If you cant throw straight 250+ feet you will not enjoy the Blue or Black tees. Every shot and fairway is fair, but very demanding.
Camden II - Milan, IL
- Tight, long, and valleys make this course very challenging. You will need almost every shot in your bag, especially on the longs. There are a couple holes with the random tree in your way but it doesnt detract from the overall greatness of the course. This is one of those course that can beat you up but you leave with a smile. Camden I is no slouch either.
Notable mentions:
Oshtemo - Kalamazoo, MI
Lemon Lake Silver/Gold - Crown Point, IN
BRP - East Bethel, MN
Walnut Ridge - Johnston, IA
Stable Run - Ames, IA
Brown Deer - Milwaukee, WI
West Lake - Davenport, IA
Blueberry Hill - Highbridge, WI
p.s. Campton Hills is an awesome course! It is addicting as heck and you can crank out round after round in no time. A seriously under-rated course.
(in no order)
Pieradise DGC - Peru, IN - private, well manicured, woods/open, some elevation. really cool experience.
Brookside Park - Indianapolis, IN - classic municipal park, fairly open, some low ceilings. both FH and BH shots, some long, some short. Fun course, tough to really score well.
Keriakes Park - Bowling Green, KY - by far my favorite course at BG Ams. full trees, tough lines on most holes. open and fair, but could get in trouble without "rescue shots"
Vista Del Camino - Scottsdale, AZ - first "Real" course I ever played. So has strong memories tied to that. Also first course I played with water, so still sticks out as a fun course for me.
Severin Lang - Georgetown, IN - fair, but tough, some open, some wooded left and right shots, some elevation. Very fun course.
Pieradise DGC - Peru, IN - private, well manicured, woods/open, some elevation. really cool experience.
Brookside Park - Indianapolis, IN - classic municipal park, fairly open, some low ceilings. both FH and BH shots, some long, some short. Fun course, tough to really score well.
Keriakes Park - Bowling Green, KY - by far my favorite course at BG Ams. full trees, tough lines on most holes. open and fair, but could get in trouble without "rescue shots"
Vista Del Camino - Scottsdale, AZ - first "Real" course I ever played. So has strong memories tied to that. Also first course I played with water, so still sticks out as a fun course for me.
Severin Lang - Georgetown, IN - fair, but tough, some open, some wooded left and right shots, some elevation. Very fun course.
Haven't played a ton, but have hit some good ones. A WI-only list.
1. Highbridge Granite Ridge -I can't wait to get back to this one. Can't. Wait.
2. Rollin' Ridge (Reedsville, WI) - Tight lines, turns both ways, bombs...and it's only getting better. They are installing a freakin' netted driving range. Also, this course showed me I still suck, badly.
3. Highbridge Blueberry Hills - I felt like I was going uphill this entire damn course.
4. Sandy Point Resort (Lac du Flambeau, WI) - Manicured northwoods course...all kinds of different shots and lines. Love it.
5. Silver Creek (Manitowoc, WI) - Expanded to 27 holes, mostly wooded...my kind of course. Not the hardest thing around, but always fun. Great hilltop shot in the middle.
Hitting Justin Trails this weekend, so this list may be up for changes very soon.
1. Highbridge Granite Ridge -I can't wait to get back to this one. Can't. Wait.
2. Rollin' Ridge (Reedsville, WI) - Tight lines, turns both ways, bombs...and it's only getting better. They are installing a freakin' netted driving range. Also, this course showed me I still suck, badly.
3. Highbridge Blueberry Hills - I felt like I was going uphill this entire damn course.
4. Sandy Point Resort (Lac du Flambeau, WI) - Manicured northwoods course...all kinds of different shots and lines. Love it.
5. Silver Creek (Manitowoc, WI) - Expanded to 27 holes, mostly wooded...my kind of course. Not the hardest thing around, but always fun. Great hilltop shot in the middle.
Hitting Justin Trails this weekend, so this list may be up for changes very soon.
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Probably a topic for another thread but I'd recommend that anyone citing the old Brackett's, should go back out and try the new Brackett's (again and again). The old course took a hit when it lost those holes. (old 13 remains the favorite disc golf hole I've ever played) However Dave is constantly improving the place. Like - every time I'm out there I see new amenities (and sometimes new holes). Abandoning the course now is like going out to any other course when the grass is tall and saying you'll never play there again. Brackett's has great holes, great variety, and a great vibe. It may not be at its peak at the moment, but I wouldn't be surprised if it ends up better than ever with the constant improvements.
Some people also dislike the pay-to-play format, but I see the money going into the course every time I'm out there. If anything, they should install a donation cooler so we can drop off a six pack for all of the hard work.
I'd hate for disc golf road trippers to skip this course because it's different than it used to be. It's still a pretty impressive place.
So I agree with Brackett's, and also Bradford. It'll never be an all-day-challenge kind of course, but it's everything you could ask for in a mostly par three. It's another course that could use a donation cooler.
Last three - Sugaree (RIP), Bengal Ridge (in Idaho, so just as inaccessible as Sugaree), and Humboldt State.
1. Maple Hill. Multiple tee pads and baskets on every hole. Four very different configurations. Excellent design. Perfect combination of everything you'd want in a great course: elevation, woods, open, water carries, natural beauty. More signature holes than any other course I've played.
2. Conifer. Great design, with multiple options on many holes. Lots of memorable holes. Big elevation changes that are used well. Natural beauty.
3. Meadow Ridge. Great design that forces a lot of different skills. Nice elevation changes. Plenty of fun holes.
4. Whistler's Bend. One of the prettiest courses I've played. Hole 14 is among the more famous holes in the game and lives up to the hype with a huge shot off a hill (I caught a nice wind once and through past the hole, around 700 feet, despite never throwing over 350 on flat ground). Good mix of holes. The only knock on it is the final 4 holes are a let down.
5. Lake Casitas. California beauty. Dry, rolling hills. Again, nice design with some lines you need to hit on many holls. Big elevation changes. Water comes into play during the wetter season.
My list may change a lot in the next month, as I'll be visiting Blue Ribbon Pines, High Bridge Hills, Magic Meadows, Bailey, and maybe Flip City if I'm lucky (big road trip).
2. Conifer. Great design, with multiple options on many holes. Lots of memorable holes. Big elevation changes that are used well. Natural beauty.
3. Meadow Ridge. Great design that forces a lot of different skills. Nice elevation changes. Plenty of fun holes.
4. Whistler's Bend. One of the prettiest courses I've played. Hole 14 is among the more famous holes in the game and lives up to the hype with a huge shot off a hill (I caught a nice wind once and through past the hole, around 700 feet, despite never throwing over 350 on flat ground). Good mix of holes. The only knock on it is the final 4 holes are a let down.
5. Lake Casitas. California beauty. Dry, rolling hills. Again, nice design with some lines you need to hit on many holls. Big elevation changes. Water comes into play during the wetter season.
My list may change a lot in the next month, as I'll be visiting Blue Ribbon Pines, High Bridge Hills, Magic Meadows, Bailey, and maybe Flip City if I'm lucky (big road trip).
jsc430
Double Eagle Member
Just played my 100tn course about a month ago. IN order:
1. Selah - Lakeside - TX
2. Selah - Creekside - TX
3. Idlewild - KY
4. Circle R - Rolling Meadows - TX(RIP
)
5. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch - AR
6. Bud Hill - TN
7. Shawshank - TX
8. Black Falls - VT
9. Holler in the Hills - KY
10a. Grindstone -NM
10b. Lincoln Ridge Park - KY
1. Selah - Lakeside - TX
2. Selah - Creekside - TX
3. Idlewild - KY
4. Circle R - Rolling Meadows - TX(RIP
)5. Horseshoe Canyon Ranch - AR
6. Bud Hill - TN
7. Shawshank - TX
8. Black Falls - VT
9. Holler in the Hills - KY
10a. Grindstone -NM
10b. Lincoln Ridge Park - KY
aPfaff
Double Eagle Member
1) Hawk Hollow - A scenic par 63 set on 80 acres of premium cow farm. I'm not just rating this my favorite course because I work there, but because the course is challenging yet fun.
2) WaterWorks - I love elevation, and this course doesn't disappoint. Almost every hole you are either throwing across, up, or down massive hills. Also the peace sign green is very unique and creative. (Bonus: it is 15 to 20min. away from Gates BBQ)
3) Kensington Metropark's Toboggan course - As I have previously said...ELEVATION!!!!! This course offers a mix of par 4's par 3's and a very challenging par 5. The rough is extremely thick making it difficult to score well outside of the fairway.
4) The Blockhouse Disc Golf and Country Club - 3 18 hole courses (2 of which are championship caliber), 18 holes of mini disc golf, a ball golf par 3 driving range, 9 holes of pitch and putt ball golf, swimming pool, arcade, and putt putt for disc golf. The Atmosphere is amazing!!!
5)It's a tie
5a. Patapsco Valley State Park - a monster of a course with a very difficult long to long layout. It features tight woods,elevation,open fields and overall awesomeness
5b. Seveirn Lang (SP?) - Located near Louisville this course has it all. Fair fairways, short long, everything that makes a great course.
2) WaterWorks - I love elevation, and this course doesn't disappoint. Almost every hole you are either throwing across, up, or down massive hills. Also the peace sign green is very unique and creative. (Bonus: it is 15 to 20min. away from Gates BBQ)
3) Kensington Metropark's Toboggan course - As I have previously said...ELEVATION!!!!! This course offers a mix of par 4's par 3's and a very challenging par 5. The rough is extremely thick making it difficult to score well outside of the fairway.
4) The Blockhouse Disc Golf and Country Club - 3 18 hole courses (2 of which are championship caliber), 18 holes of mini disc golf, a ball golf par 3 driving range, 9 holes of pitch and putt ball golf, swimming pool, arcade, and putt putt for disc golf. The Atmosphere is amazing!!!
5)It's a tie
5a. Patapsco Valley State Park - a monster of a course with a very difficult long to long layout. It features tight woods,elevation,open fields and overall awesomeness
5b. Seveirn Lang (SP?) - Located near Louisville this course has it all. Fair fairways, short long, everything that makes a great course.
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I've played all of these and have absolutely no argument why anyone would keep any of these off the top of the list (including the 9-er Campton Hills)......except Oshtemo.
I could not stand that course (well.....I did rate it as a 2.50/82/B-/average). Very repetitious and maddeningly so in that the vast majority of longer fairways gave you no hope of improving your score by throwing longer. Other than holes 1 & 2 (which I loved), most of the long holes had curves, obstacles or pinch points that did nothing to enhance any risk/reward decision making. Most of the round is reduced to 2 medium length throws and a drop-in putt.
My comments are about the longs.
agibson
Eagle Member
I played it in my first year of disc golf (I'm only in year two), and for me it was kind of meh. I don't do a lot of reviews, but it wasn't in the top three of courses I've played. Not even top five. Of 32. I'd put Brakewell Steel/Warwick, Rogers Lakewood, Eagle Ridge in Oswego, Lemon Lake Red and maybe Blue, maybe even a course like West Park in Joliet, above it.
It had some nice elements, some variety.
But, all of the holes that were more-or-less undifferentiated woods I didn't much enjoy. The fairways didn't seem very well defined. It was hard to find discs. It wasn't all that easy to navigate.
Probably I should try it again sometime, with more experience.
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Definitely disagree with Dave242 on Oshtemo. This course has many 'just right' grassy fairways in dense woods, a unique contribution to the disc golf world. From the long tees, this course separates the experts from the neophytes. From the short tees (also cement), it is a seriously fun intermediate level course. Hole 10 from the short tee is one of my favorite holes in all of disc golf.
However, this course has a way of attracting groups of seven golfers at a time who have never played before-and won't let you pass. Play in the morning or during the week or you will get a negative bias of this course.
However, this course has a way of attracting groups of seven golfers at a time who have never played before-and won't let you pass. Play in the morning or during the week or you will get a negative bias of this course.
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