Fairfax Station, VA

Burke Lake Park

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Ryal
Gold level trusted reviewer
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Experience: 6.8 years 216 played 182 reviews
2.50 star(s)

A Break at Burke Lake 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 12, 2021 Played the course:once

Pros:

+ Sufficiently long and solid, if narrow, concrete tee pads.
+ The course plays in a woodsy and somewhat hilly area of a much larger park with plenty of family activities. This popular venue has an active buzz of activity everywhere you go.
+ Plenty of benches and trash cans with a few bag posts. Please do not litter, folks.
+/- The tee signs are *too* good? There is a frankly bonkers level of detail on their diagrams.
+ The course does have a practice basket, but...

Cons:

- ...The practice basket is between holes11 and 12 next to a tiny parking lot... Uh, what?
- No 'next tee' signs. You have only your memory and instincts to guide you to the following tee posts.
- Fairways 1 through 8 and then 13 through 18 clash with themselves and each other. It is a very condensed course. Watch for wild throws on busy days.
- Precisely because it is within a family-friendly area, you will encounter first-timers, wandering pedestrians and small kids. Just be patient.

Other Thoughts:

Hole14 looked the coolest because of how its tall trees were outlining a grand hallway. Hole15 was the most enjoyable to play because of its split fairway at first and then gradual upslope along a tunnel. It felt the most adventurous to my mind. I guess hole9 was my least favorite because it's out of the forest and didn't have the same impact.

As a whole, the course at Burke Lake is a good place to practice tactical play in a forgiving setting. The fairways don't go much further than 250 feet, so the new player can focus on missing trees and the seasoned player can focus on birdies. It's a low-pressure course, too. There's really no chance of getting lost due to the people everywhere. It's unlikely that you will lose a disc because the fairways and rough are pretty plain. And the hills won't give you nasty rollaways. This is definitely more geared towards the fresh players among us, and if that describes you, then consider this my recommendation. Go practice there!

The experienced among us won't find anything special about the course, though. These are all holes that you've played before. Birdies are nice, and you can collect quite a few here. If you're looking for complex layouts or a bunch of risk-reward throws, then this course won't really scratch your itch. It also lacks the kind of wide open areas that the big arms out there would prefer. This course is unlikely to satisfy the more serious players looking for an upper-level training ground.

But don't dismiss it as a kiddie course just because there are a merry-go-round and a miniature railroad nearby. Some of these fairways, while indeed brief, are surprisingly tight and dense with tree cover. For its small footprint, the course at Burke Lake is more technical than a lot of courses I've played in the area. The player's full attention is required on more than a few holes. It'll be over before you know it, though, which encourages multiple playthroughs, but it might get old fast.
Still, I can definitely make a gentle recommendation for this course to any course bagger, those who don't have much time to play or those with kids in search of a fun place to spend the day.
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gtg888h
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 17.8 years 40 played 27 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Crowded but Fun Park Golf 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Dec 8, 2020 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

+Infrastructure in good shape. Two tee pads per hole, with good signage and good baskets.

+Makes good use of elevation and available land, with a nice mix of uphill/downhill/left/right/straight shots.

+Well-used course means not a lot of really bad rough/thorns to deal with.

+Even the shorter holes have their specific challenges to them and present interesting shots. Back half plays longer.

+Good practice area (although it's not next to hole 1).

Cons:

-Just a million people all the time on nice days and weekends. So many safety concerns/people picnicking in random places/blocking fairways at any non-off-hour. One of the holes presents a hazard to a playground if you overturn a high turnover shot.

-Course is really short. I'm an 880-rated player and shot -1 from longs on the second time I played there. You've really done poorly on most holes if you get a bogie as anything other than a beginner.

-Practice area is not particularly close to hole 1.

Other Thoughts:

It's a fun course and actually quite enjoyable during off hours. Good chance to practice a variety of approach shots and shot shapes. You can leave almost anything above a 9-speed at home though.

Entry fee at the gate. No one was there during COVID times when I went, but I think it's tiered for county/non-county residents.

Nice family amenities - carousel, playground, kiddie train ride, and a beautiful lake with tons of hiking paths (which, unfortunately, come way too close to the course).
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HyooMac
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Experience: 6.7 years 415 played 382 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Classic short, but still a challenge 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Jan 22, 2021 Played the course:once

Pros:

Nicely wooded section of a big regional park, makes for narrow lanes that reward control over distance



+ Poured tees, old DisCatcher baskets still in good shape. Holes have alternate tees and/or baskets to make "Pro" and "Advanced" layouts, and the signs have bolts inserted to indicate basket in use

+ The signage is very informative (maybe to a fault), including an illustrated map that shows the multiple tees and basket positions, adjacent hole shapes and park structures, topography lines indicating change in elevation, an arrow to the next tee, any relevant mando information, and hole sponsorship. It's a bit much to take in at a glance

+ This is primarily a short, wooded course - but the back 9 features three open holes which create a change of pace. Although none of the three are particularly memorable holes, just having them adds to the overall quality of the layout


Cons:

- Very tight multi use property that includes a playground, minigolf, carousel and miniature railway for the kids. Fairway #2 has the train track bordering much of the left side. Pretty funny - until you imagine the possible consequences of a stray shot


- Many of the fairways border a popular walking trail, so delays are inevitable


- Too bad the nearby lake isn't incorporated. A water carry or two would really add to the personality of the course


- There are only two mandos, but I couldn't locate one of them. The sign on #5 indicates a mando on the left. I didn't see markings on anything, so I had to guess based on the map. I'm wondering if the mando tree has rotted and been removed?


Other Thoughts:

~ Due to the compact nature of the layout, you're almost guaranteed to spend some time throwing from opposing fairways. That's fine when the course is empty, but when you add that to the traffic on the walking trails (and miniature train), I can't imagine ever getting into a good flow of play on summer or weekend days


~ For such an old course with hole lengths that were common 30 years ago, Burke Lake holds up pretty well because of the wooded lines and changes in elevation. Sure, you might be throwing a mid now where you were throwing a "max length driver" 25 years ago, but the course still forces you to be accurate and to plan your landing angles


RECOMMENDED COMBINATIONS: I combined this with the short 18 at Pohick Bay for a fun morning in January. You could easily add in Bluemont for a trifecta, as long as the courses (and roads) aren't crowded



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samxyx
Experience: 5.8 years 31 played 30 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Solid 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Mar 19, 2020 Played the course:once

Other Thoughts:

Great course to get introduced to the game. The course plays predominantly in the woods without many holes requiring too great a distance. Overall this course introduces some technical elements without being overly demanding.
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DumfriesLizzie
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 5.5 years 111 played 101 reviews
3.00 star(s)

good course for a beginner 2+ years

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Dec 19, 2020 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

I'm still a beginner (playing for a bit over 2 years). I like that the Burke Lake course starts short (many holes under 200 feet from the red tees), and then steadily goes to low 200s, then mid/high 200s. Holes are distinctly longer on the back 9.

I believe most holes have at least 2 pin locations possible and some have 3. That is great variety for a regular visitor.

Don't be fooled. There is alot of elevation change. Uphill a little more than downhill, I believe. A few mandatories. I still score poorly on the uphill holes and that remains a challenge.

Cons:

As noted by many, the holes are pretty close together. Maybe use a midrange disc on the wooded holes on the drive to stay in your lane, reserving driver for 9-11. However, some of the wooded holes are long enough for driver for a newbie! Something pretty stable then or if you have a hyzer flip in your arsenal.

Clueless pedestrian traffic (hey, I used to be such) is troublesome. Also a very busy course. My first outing in 2019, I came the weekend after Xmas. Several of us had the same idea, and it was a lovely, lovely day weather-wise.

Other Thoughts:

I certainly won't be here in the spring-summer unless really early in the day. I see being here in the fall/winter is no guarantee of a peaceful round either. The cooler months though mean no entrance fee for anyone (Fairfax County resident or otherwise). The entrance fee is collected April-October.
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templink
Experience: 20.7 years 124 played 27 reviews
3.00 star(s)

nice little course 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 19, 2018 Played the course:once

Pros:

Relatively short course that plays quickly. Dual teepads allow for different layout on repeat rounds. Lots of birdie holes!
Despite being in the woods, I didn't see or get any ticks! (this is pet peeve of mine as my local course has tons of ticks).
Decent variety up/down hill, left/right/straight shots.
Fun!

Cons:

Several fairways are close together such that errant shots may cross paths.
Few holes truly separate the pros from the ams. Everything is a par3, and a whole lot can be birdied without much difficulty.
Not so cart-friendly: lots of roots, logs, rocks and uneven surfaces.

Other Thoughts:

I've only played this course once, and it was a tournament, so the baskets had been moved into their longest positions. This is a short technical course that can be played with a mid and a putter.
I'd play this course again if I was in the area.
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seayhorse
Experience: 27.8 years 22 played 16 reviews
2.00 star(s)

meh 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 11, 2018 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

something awesome to do at Burke Lake park!
well kept
some variety

Cons:

mostly short par 2 type holes.
gets crowded quickly
not too much interest or challenge

Other Thoughts:

This is in a popular park in a highly populated area. It gets crowded easily.
Most holes are not very challenging, and kind of ho hum. On the other hand it's great for teaching and getting friends/family into the sport.
Because it's in the park, it is well kept, and that's nice. There's bathrooms and garbage collection and food stand and a pool.
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jsemales
Experience: 19.8 years 91 played 39 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Old Faithful 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Oct 20, 2011 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

It's not a super challenging course, but it does allow practice for all types of shots. Beginners and advanced players can play this course and get enjoyment from it. Advanced players will generally score very well here, but it still provides an element of interest. I grew up playing this course and would still play it today. There are a lot of ace runs that are great for confidence building. Highly recommend this course for anyone just getting started or advanced players who want a relaxing afternoon.

Cons:

Course plays just long enough to keep you from playing 3 or 4 rounds, but short enough to make you want to play 3 or 4 rounds. Beware of thorn bushes in the woods.

Other Thoughts:

Get out and throw, it's a fine course considering the area. There's no place like home.
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DNap4
Experience: 10.9 years 9 played 3 reviews
3.50 star(s)

It's a 30+ yo course that plays like one 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jan 2, 2016 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Multiple tees and basket positions on every hole. Signage is present on every hole with current basket position. Very nice use of mandos on 5 and 16 (mandos could be added on 8, 13 and 15 that would make them more interesting and more technical). This course has a bit of everything that will test your accuracy and shot selection depending on the basket position. The people that maintain the course try to keep the positions in interesting positions. Elevation is mildly a factor throughout the course, most notably on low angulated uphill 9 and 15.

Cons:

The course is very compact with many holes running sub 250ft. Many of the holes also run side by side on every one which make it easy to overlap into another person's hole if your shot is off, you overshoot, or if you get an unlucky tree bounce. Some of the notable examples: Hole 1, which is short and that if you overshoot or get bounced will end up in the way of hole 3; Hole 13 which curves right can easily land in the direct path of hole 8 and if an unlucky bounce back into hole 12; With all the trees on Hole 15, it's possible to get an unlucky bounce into the path of hole 17. Also the long tees add an increase in technicality without adding too much distance due to the compactness of the course.

Also, the first half and the last half of this course run right next to a walking path around Burke Lake and often has a good amount of traffic on it during midday. It is possible to have your disc reflected into the path if your shot is off. Another issue is that sometimes walkers on the path will decide to do a little off-the-trail walking into the disc golf course. I've been here over 10x and have seen this happen twice, and though it will rarely happen, it can sometimes happen.

Although signage is great for showing the layout of the hole, there is currently limited signage directing traffic to the next hole. This is notably an issue on hole 6 to hole 7 as you have to go right back to the start and left to see it; hole 8 to hole 9 as you have to cross the street to get to hole 9; and a warning sign on hole 18 to be aware of hole 6 because in order to get to the big parking lot you have to directly cross into the throwing path of hole 6 which can sometimes be dangerous. Since the course has been around for so long, the path to many of the next holes are worn out and visible, but it still would be good to add more signage to direct the flow of traffic of players playing on the course.

IF you are NOT a resident in the area, this course costs money to play (it costs $$ to enter the park). Usually it is free during holidays and certain times of the day on weekdays where there will be no one at the gate but the gate will be open. Be aware of the cost and plan ahead if you intend to play here.

Other Thoughts:

I believe ratings and reviews are highly subjective. My review reflects my experience playing the course over the course of a year and with an intermediate level of playing experience. I understand that others may have a different view and different opinions. My review will attempt to be as unbiased as possible.

This course reflects its age. It's a 30+ year old course that plays like one. Back then discs and flight properties were different than are today, courses were few and there were less people playing. If anything I appreciate the fact that this older course has stood the test of time for more people of a newer generation to play in.

Other thoughts that are neither a pro or a con as they are subjective to the player and their preference on what they feel a disc golf course should be:

This course is short and highly technical. The only long open shots are on 9, 10 and 11. Every other hole has you selecting shots around trees or hitting precise lines and finishing accurately. There is a good variety of shots that reward good shot selection. There are no water features and there is no significant elevation change in this course (though mild elevation is present). The course does though have a good selection of other challenges already mentioned above. A lot of complaints have been about course traffic both of players and of walkers along the Burke Lake trail. The only suggestion I would have to alleviate this would be to add signage next to the trail on the holes that are next to the trail: hole 2, 3, 4, 5, 15, 17, 18, and by the road behind basket 8 and 13. I would also add directional signage leading to the next basket on hole 6 to 7, 7 to 8, 8 to 9,15 to 16, 18 to start (and also a warning sign by the trees near hole 18 to be aware of hole 6).

In summary this course is a typical course of the era it was made. It will appeal to players who like technical ace runs due to its short nature and its very good use of the trees to force players to think about their shot selection. It has a little of everything while not being the best at any of them, which is typical of almost every course. Shots in tight corridors, dog legs, elevation, short open bombers and sharp corners are all throughout this course. As I stated above, there are a few things that can be done to make this course flow better and minimize player/pedestrian interaction and delays. As it is, the course is a decent course worth trying out, both fun in it's technicality and interesting in it's layout. Try it out and you may find something you like here. I certainly did and hope you will to.
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siac4
Experience: 15.8 years 33 played 3 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Avoid this course on the weekend 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 31, 2015 Played the course:once

Pros:

Each hole position was adequately marked and for the most part, baskets were clearly visible. There were two tees for each hole. There were a fair amount of technical shots required. The back nine had some longer holes which was much needed.

Cons:

The front nine are ridiculously short and often the tees for the next holes are so close the baskets of the other tees that there was a constant barrage of discs from groups behind. The main road is has to be crossed over twice and thrown near three times. There are several walking and biking paths that are adjacent to fairways so if a shot goes astray it is important to be vocal to joggers and bikers. Overall the layout is very cramped, and was often more distracting than engaging. The tees are cement, very narrow, and wood framed. which made getting a good run up quite a challenge when necessary.

Other Thoughts:

This only applies to weekend visits specifically summer. As a non-resident the $10/car cost to visit is an absolute deal-breaker if 4 people aren't going in one car. I will never visit on a weekend, summer day again. If you are not a resident and want to check this out, absolutely go during a time when kids are in school. There was a lot of rate of play friction from players of different caliber and group sizing issues.
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drs2991
Experience: 21 played 1 reviews
3.00 star(s)

3.19.15 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 19, 2015 Played the course:once

Pros:

Wooded course, with some tight shots. The course has great signs at each hole which have the length of the hole and alternate pins/pads.

Cons:

Not too many long holes, the course is pretty tight for most of the holes, and the course fairway's cross over each other.
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polishedmarvel
Experience: 10.8 years 36 played 9 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Nice, clean course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Dec 8, 2014 Played the course:once

Pros:

- Nice terrain
- Well marked and mapped holes
- Good variety of shots
- Some challenging spots
- 2 tees and 1-4 pin locations!
- Free during the winter

Cons:

- A bit short
- A bit easy
- $10 per car in the summer

Other Thoughts:

Great to have a free, high quality course during the winter!
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boondongle
Experience: 2 played 2 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Decent amateur course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 22, 2014 Played the course:once

Pros:

* Signage was decent
* Rough was pretty mild everywhere

Cons:

* Crowded, with fairways stacked closely together...several discs from other holes were thrown onto the fairway I was playing.
* Not particularly difficult (I threw about 20 strokes less than my average at home).
* No significant elevation or water challange.
* No water fountains.

Other Thoughts:

I was visiting some friends who had never played disc golf, and they really enjoyed themselves. I'm a bit spoiled in that my home course is excellent - Tyler Park, PA), but this one seemed uninspired to me.

Overall, it seems like a good, friendly course for new/amateur players to get into the game. For pros or experienced amateurs, this won't offer much in the way of challenge.
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Thorgnash
Experience: 20.6 years 16 played 2 reviews
0.00 star(s)

Like playing in the middle of disney land 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 6, 2014 Played the course:once

Pros:

Decent baskets

Cons:

Tourists everywhere
is a zoo
lines to play
not private or outdoorsey
commercialized
graffiti on everything

Other Thoughts:

This course is the opposite of why I play disc golf. I play disc golf to get outdoors and have fun with a few friends. This is a complete zoo playing here. there are too many people walking right next to you on the path built right next to it to even throw confidently and not worry about hitting a baby carriage

do yourself a favor...Go play giles run.
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djros
Experience: 13.9 years 37 played 14 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Fun, tight course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Feb 5, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Nice park with good amenities near the first tee, including snack bar (closed in winter), a nice playground, and a kiddie train. Concrete tee pads and multiple basket positions per hole with long tees on a few of the holes. The signs here are excellent with nice diagrams of the holes and markers to indicate the current basket position and distances to each of the positions. While there isn't a ton of distance here, the fairways are tight, and require good accuracy with all of your shots to score well here. A few more open holes to allow you to open up and throw a nice long shot.

Cons:

A few of the holes play a little close to some of the walkways in this park. The worst hole for this is #3, where you basically start your disc directly towards a path to have it come back to the fairway. I mostly played this course when it wasn't busy, and occasionally put my disc right on this path, which is a bad shot, but would still be a concern when the park is busy.

Other Thoughts:

Regarding the other park users in the fairways, in the roughly 30+ times I've played this course, I've only had people hanging out in fairways a few times, and only once was it an unpleasant experience with a couple that chose to have their makeout session on a log in the middle of the 15th fairway. They looked like the type that would be confrontational about it, so I skipped the hole after waiting on the tee for a little bit. I rarely played this course at its busiest times, so I may not have experienced the worst of the park patrons. The few times I had families in the fairway, they were out of the way fast enough that it never bothered me. A couple of the long basket positions (15 and 16) should not be used anymore as they are in excessively thick trees, but fortunately they are rarely used basket positions.
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curmudgeonDwindle
Bronze level trusted reviewer
Experience: 44.6 years 20 played 18 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Late 70's Technical 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 22, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Other Thoughts:

Course sits in mildly rolling piedmont watershed of a 900 acre regional park with mature canopy. Park is very busy, especially in season, and features a wide variety of facilities. The lake comprises about 25% of the park's total acreage and the course covers about 15 acres of land.

Course is sequestered from other park activities, but nearby biking/walking paths and the generally crowded park milieu make alertness, patience and consideration a requirement for playing here. Originally, the course featured returning 9's, but currently it has 6 and 12 hole loops. Equipment is above average. Tee pads, signage and amenities are superior, almost to the point of being overkill for this type of course. Tee signs, which include topographic information and current pin location information, were some of the most detailed and aesthetically pleasing this reviewer has seen. Course is very playable and way finding simple. Rounds are swift for those on a tight time budget.

In all fairness, the first thing to consider about Burke Lake DGC is its age. It is nearly 40 years old, and despite at least one major renovation during that time, this is reflected in the average hole distances for the 18, which range from about 220' (reds) to 250' (whites). Burke Lake is an early east coast technical style course and has probably seen more than a 500,000 rounds during its life. For the advanced and above level golfer, it is probably not the golfing challenge that they would prefer, however, it's still a great course for new, young and/or recreational players. It's also a rare chance to observe the effects of massive foot traffic when paired with fairly limited and sporadic management practices directed specifically at the course. It is also interesting historically, as the seeds of what many take for granted in today's 'modern' disc golf world were planted in places like Burke Lake DGC.

All the basic fairway shapes are represented; decidedly favoring stable clock spin throws overall. There's no real guile here, although the 'hidden tree' effect is present in a couple of fairways. Greens are largely neutral with regards to slope and spin receptivity. Undergrowth in the main has been pounded away by foot traffic, and although roughs are frequently filled with downed trees in various stages of decomposition, they offer generous recovery and scrambling chances. These downed trees also offer some spatial definition and separation between adjoining fairways; courses of this vintage frequently are very compact spatially and over time the separating roughs tend to get worn thin.

Holes here are outstanding mainly for their historical precedent, as subsequent examples elsewhere have long since outpaced them. That being the case, I would mention #8, which is an early example of the split fairway concept and #17, an early example of the straight shot with fade control skill test.

While I wouldn't say this course is a 'must play', it certainly still has a vital role for the sport, certainly if you are introducing newcomers to disc golf or are with your family on an outing. I would also suggest a limit of speed 4 or less discs OR playing with your off-hand to make the contest more 'fair'; certainly the lessons here in technical consistency may be applied elsewhere. Burke Lake is also a perfect course for vintage/super class events.
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sidewinder22
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Experience: 17.7 years 297 played 197 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Duck Duck Goose 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:May 24, 2013 Played the course:once

Pros:

18 fairly short technical wooded old school holes with dual concrete tees and single basket. Variety of throwing lines required and the available elevation is used well. Signage is ok and navigation fairly easy. Very low chance of losing disc. Bathrooms and water in park by playground.

Cons:

Holes play very close to each other and other park patrons in very busy park. Guess it's why there's a tourney called Duk Golf here.

Other Thoughts:

Burke Lake is a geriatric course and it shows with most holes reachable with a putter as many would call this your local pitch and putt. Back then I'm sure it would have rated much higher, however it's been a bit left behind with beveled edge disc technology. This is a great course for beginners as long as no one gets hit by discs. More experienced players can also enjoy the course to work on short game with many ace runs, but may find it a bit short and cumbersome. It's $10 for non-county residents to play on weekends/holidays April through October. The park has a good amount of other activities and amenities for a nice family day.
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KevinTheRandom
Experience: 25 played 2 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Don't hit the kids! 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Jan 10, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Great course for both beginners and experts!
Concrete tee boxes and detailed tee signs make for a great start.
They occasionally will change up the hole locations which keeps the course new and exciting every time you go.
Course layout is well thought out and maintained.
Lots of traffic on the course makes it easy to follow and difficult to lose discs.

Cons:

My biggest complaint is the parents pushing their kids in strollers and moms having conversations in the middle of the fairways, totally oblivious to the fact that they are on a disc golf course. There are paths to get down to the lake, and the course is NOT one of them! The park needs to put up some signs at the entrance of the course to deter these clueless people or something.
Besides that, great course!

Other Thoughts:

Vending machines in front of the concession building always steals my quarters!
There are bathrooms in the concession building.
During the summer, the concession building is staffed and they sell ice cream, food, drinks, and will give you a free water cup if you ask!
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Ogroat
Experience: 11.9 years 6 played 3 reviews
3.50 star(s)

A Good, Fun Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jan 2, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

There are a variety of hole types, from relatively wide open fairways to tight shots that need to be made in and around trees. Holes ranging from about 150 feet to 400 feet allow you to disc down and focus on technique. The course has great equipment; nice concrete tee boxes, good signage and Discatcher Pro baskets are all found here. The course is not super affected by weather. Water drains pretty well from most of the course and the wind can only be a factor on a few holes.

Cons:

The first half of the course is quite short, and a couple of those short holes have pin positions that are simply not challenging. During peak season, the park gets busy on the weekends. Parts of the course run along other recreation areas, so you have to watch out for people both on the trail and meandering through the course. Many of the holes are quite close together, so you also have to ensure you aren't going to be hitting any other players. Because this course is so accessible, you may find very large groups or groups with kids using inadequate discs.

Other Thoughts:

This is a good wooded course. It's not outstanding in really any way, but it's one I enjoy playing often. There are 18 holes, many of which have multiple pin positions and/or two tees. It's a perfect course to introduce somebody to the game, as the holes skew short and can be played with only one or two discs without much trouble. Leave your distance drivers at home, as the most you'll need here is a speed 8 or 9 driver. During the week and the winter, it's often empty. You can play a round in an hour, which is great if you're limited by time. There is a $10 fee per car to get into the park if you aren't a resident of the county, but that's only collected on weekends and holidays during the spring, summer and early fall. They sell a very limited selection of Innova DX discs at the park office, which is on your right when entering the park. Camping is available in the park from mid April through the end of October for $28 per campsite.
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timbur3
Experience: 16.8 years 101 played 50 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Course Near the Train Tracks 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 13, 2012 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

The signs and tee pads were great which is the first thing you notice when you walk up to the first tee. Easy to follow course. It has nice medium length holes that seem longer sometimes which is nice. The signs have the pars on there for you which is awesome.

Cons:

The first 5 or 6 holes are right near the entrance to a kiddie train ride and an ice cream stand and a playground. So on a busy day ( like when we went) kids will wander on to the course and put sticks in the baskets which we had to remove and warn kids to get out of the way so they wouldn't get hit. But not to many course cons I can think of which is great.

Other Thoughts:

The first few holes are very short but after hole 5 it gets a bit longer with some tougher drives to make the course more challenging. This course requires a good mid-range game and putting well will help get those birdies.
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