Pros:
Hole mix and match combos- There are 2 tee pads and 2 baskets at each hole. It's only a nine hole course, but you can turn it into 18 several different ways. The tee pads are numbered 1-18 which takes you through the course playing long-to-long, then short-to-short. You could also play both tees to long baskets, both tees to short baskets, short tees to both baskets, or long tees to both baskets. You could play 18 holes here several different times before you play the same round twice, which is nice.
The park- The park itself is very nice. Lots of picnic tables spread throughout, different trails that aren't a part of the course, open sandy areas, areas with lots of shade. Bring lunch out with you and you could easily spend a few hours playing and just enjoying the park.
The tees- Tee pads are all numbered and have hole maps. Almost, if not every, tee pad has a broom or brush to clear sand from the tees, which I thought was a nice touch. The signs and maps do come in handy because there must have been a recent redesign that hasn't caught up to Udisc yet. There are also benches at almost every tee pad, and trashcans throughout the course.
The holes- Decent variety for only a 9 hole course. Some of the short-to-shorts were under 200 feet, while some of the long-to-longs were over 400, and everything in between was represented. I mostly used a RHBH, but I did break out the forehand on a couple of holes. I drove with putters, fairways, and distance a time or two, so this course does let you use several different types of shots. Some holes are wide open, some are lightly wooded, some baskets are elevated, some holes turn right, some are straight, some turn left. You'll use most of your shots if you play all 18.
Cons:
Layout- the layout was borderline nonsensical. I got lost looking for the second tee, threw from the wrong tee once, and got spun around several different times. The fairways also constantly cross each other. I played early in the morning on a weekday and was the only person on the course, but if there are more than one or two groups, things could get a little hectic and potentially dangerous. I can definitely see a situation where someone is moving to take an approach and gets drilled by a drive, and it wouldn't have to be too errant a shot to happen.
There are 2 baskets that are also right next to picnic tables. The long basket on hole 6 is completely surrounded by picnic tables. Be careful on those drives to make sure anyone who happens to be around the basket is looking out for discs.
No elevation change at all. That's more a product of being on the NC shore than anything else, but I do like to mix in hills, elevation gains, drops, etc.
The tee pads are rubber, and while they do have brooms and brushes to clear sand away, that isn't always effective. I shanked a couple of drives because I slipped on the tee pad from some sand.
The maps at each tee pad are also not always super helpful. There are some hidden baskets, and the maps are the most generic-looking renderings possible. I found myself at least twice throwing a drive and hoping that by the time I got there I would see the basket.
Other Thoughts:
This is a situation where the park is nicer than the course. The course isn't terrible, but the layout is tough to follow and could definitely lead to trouble where the fairways cross each other. I'd recommend playing early in the day, like I did, so you can avoid potential back ups or groups on crisscrossing holes. If you want to get in a quick 9 holes, this is a solid option. If you want to take your time and play 18, just be prepared to walk the course twice-- I logged just about 3 miles playing long-to-long then short-to-short.
If you're in Oak Island or Southport on vacation like me, definitely check this course out for something different than what you're used to, the sandy floor is a fun challenge.