Pros:
-Great use of the elevation in the park
-Decent Baskets
-Unique Tee signs (w/Course Map on each)
-Trees add complexity to lines on many holes
-Good mix of open/guarded by trees, long/short
-Small streams, but no real water hazards
-Park upkeep is good, course stays away from most other activities
Cons:
-Natural tees
-No benches / trashcans
-Throw over a walking path on #3, over a road on #6
Other Thoughts:
Waukon DGC is located in a large park on the south end of Waukon, IA. The course winds around the pool area and near the several playground areas of the park (although none are really in play). The park is quite hilly and the course makes use of that quite a bit. #1 is a long shot over a gentle valley, #2 down near a small stream, #3 over another stream and walking trail (good multiple lines here), #4 is guarded by trees, #5 is up toward a small playground, #6 is over a sharp valley with dome large trees guarding, #7 is guarded by trees and #8 and #9 are mostly open. Pars are fair for the rec player, a pro would find this course a little short. The elevation and tree interest along with multiple lines on many holes added to the rating for me. Adding concrete tee pads along with benches/trashcans would add more. A fun 9 hole course tucked in this far NE Iowa town. Would definitely play again, if in the area.