Kevin Zane

Well, I have a new favorite course... This course in on a large wooded property with creeks coming into play on multiple holes and extreme elevation changes. Most holes had multiple tees and signs (with distance and par for each). The tees and baskets were incredible with plenty of room to run up and come from either side at a bit of an angle. There were trash sacks and natural benches all over the course and even a vending machine in the chicken coop on #12. There is a large clubhouse with a/c, ...
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Well, I have a new favorite course... This course in on a large wooded property with creeks coming into play on multiple holes and extreme elevation changes. Most holes had multiple tees and signs (with distance and par for each). The tees and baskets were incredible with plenty of room to run up and come from either side at a bit of an angle. There were trash sacks and natural benches all over the course and even a vending machine in the chicken coop on #12. There is a large clubhouse with a/c, refreshments, snacks, apparel and discs for sale/rent. Scorecards had distance and par on them along with a complete map on the back. Every hole presented a unique challenge and I did not feel at all like I played the same hole twice or even 2 similar holes back to back. The variety here was incredible and demanded creativity with shot/disc selection. Although there were some long holes on here, being able to crush a drive wouldn't benefit much over controlled placement and rollers wouldn't be worth squat. I think that I learned a little about my mental game here that I've been trying to work on at home with little results. This course demands that you leave every bad shot behind you and just play the course one shot at a time.
The only things I would consider cons about this course would be location (it was a bit off the grid, but well worth the trip) and the rough was a little unforging making a spotter necessary on many holes... I imagine this will change a little over time as it is a very new course and over time, smaller foliage tends to get trampled or intentionally cleared.
There is also a $5 a day fee to play the course, but well worth every cent.
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Pros: The scenery here definitely made a lasting impression on me. The mountains in the background and the beautiful views of Lake Dillon were incredible. There were also a couple of ski lift benches that added a really nice touch. There is plenty of parking available here and although I was here on a weekend, it is far from what I would consider crowded. (this could also be due to the fact that I was there in kind of an off season). The course is very easy to find. Before the start of hole 1, ...
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Pros: The scenery here definitely made a lasting impression on me. The mountains in the background and the beautiful views of Lake Dillon were incredible. There were also a couple of ski lift benches that added a really nice touch.
There is plenty of parking available here and although I was here on a weekend, it is far from what I would consider crowded. (this could also be due to the fact that I was there in kind of an off season). The course is very easy to find. Before the start of hole 1, there is a practice basket and some open space with enough room to practice some short drives and approaches.
The course was very well maintained and easy to navigate with well groomed fairways, nice cement tee pads, and nice DISCatcher baskets that were all in great shape.
Well laid out and good mix of holes with some short and technical, some straight shots, some hidden baskets a couple long holes and one almost 700' WIDE open bomb. Challenging enough for a well rounded player without being too difficult or overwhelming even for beginners.

Cons: There wasn't as much elevation change as I had hoped for, but there were a few holes where it played really nicely without being extreme so I didn't really feel let down.
Although they did have nice tee signs with hole# and distance, it would have been nice to either have signs with hole maps or at least some indication of where to find some of the baskets without having to walk the hole first.
Although I didn't let the aftermath of the beetles affect my rating (because this is now the permanent condition of the course), I feel it is worth mentioning that it is clear when looking down the fairways at all the stumps from cleared trees that you are likely throwing on a line that would not have existed previously.

Other Thoughts: I had a lot of fun playing this course and look forward to returning in the future. Everyone we encountered on the course and in town was very friendly. I was originally going to pass this course up even though I was staying right up the road in Dillon, but was urged by one of the locals to give it a shot and definitely do not regret it.

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Pros: This course has been nicely groomed every time I have been out here, and is very easy to navigate without a map. There are nice benches on the course and a couple of trash cans. Multiple pin placements that seem to be moved often. The teepads are large and in great shape. There isn't much elevation on this course, but enough to have some fun with and what they had to work with was used very nicely. I especially like how some of the baskets on the back 9 were in risky areas and the shot on ...
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Pros: This course has been nicely groomed every time I have been out here, and is very easy to navigate without a map. There are nice benches on the course and a couple of trash cans. Multiple pin placements that seem to be moved often. The teepads are large and in great shape. There isn't much elevation on this course, but enough to have some fun with and what they had to work with was used very nicely. I especially like how some of the baskets on the back 9 were in risky areas and the shot on 18 over the cove although it would definitely be overwhelming for beginners or rec players.

Cons: No restrooms on or near the course. There were no signs with any hole info other than hole #s on a stone next to the tee pad. Most of the front 9 can be pretty boring, especially on a calm day since there isn't much to navigate around and the wind would be your only hope for much of a challenge. A couple of the baskets could use some minor work, but nothing that would cause any trouble.

Other Thoughts: Maybe something as simple as some designated fairways with some marked OB would make the front 9 more entertaining.
Of the 3 courses I am familiar with in Topeka, this is always my first choice while passing through town.
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Pros: There are easily accessible restrooms here and trash cans at several points throughout the park. This course has a lot of small hills and elevation changes in this park that come into play often as well as a creek. There are multiple pin placements and long concrete tee pads. There were many hole designs that I really enjoyed, especially 13 with the downhill shot past the skate park over the creek. There were a few risky putts on the edge of the creek/woods. I had a some trouble, but a lot ...
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Pros: There are easily accessible restrooms here and trash cans at several points throughout the park. This course has a lot of small hills and elevation changes in this park that come into play often as well as a creek. There are multiple pin placements and long concrete tee pads. There were many hole designs that I really enjoyed, especially 13 with the downhill shot past the skate park over the creek. There were a few risky putts on the edge of the creek/woods. I had a some trouble, but a lot of fun with the low ceilings I don't really come across much on my local courses. 7 was a nice one for that with the low, long downhill ending over the creek.

Cons: The navigation here was difficult, luckily there is a relatively accurate map for this course on here I was able to follow on my phone because there were none at the start of the course. Some of the fairways run parallel to each other and might present a problem on busier days here. Some tee pads are uncomfortably close to other holes' baskets where on some others are quite far, and could be difficult to find without help. The worst of these were where you must backtrack the length of 11 to get to 12 (which is on the other side of 10), to get to hole 3 you need to cross to the other side of 14 and 7 and to get to the parking lot from 18 you cross the blind spot of fairway #1. Be prepared and print a map or find a local your first time here.
All of the baskets were numbered, unfortunately most of the numbers are facing away from the tee pad. I made it all the way to the basket on one hole before I realized it was the wrong one.

Other Thoughts: A little bit of TLC, some tee signs and maybe moving a few things around and this could easily be a much better course.
Although the flow and navigation issues aren't at all necessary and could have been easily avoided, it is still fun to play and this will be one I look forward to playing again while passing through. I have not played any other Lawrence courses, but I have heard that this is the best in town.
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Pros: Parking is right next to the first hole and there is a nearby restroom and shelter. The area seemed very well kept and free of trash. The cement tees were is pretty good shape and had the hole number and par on them. The park has a quiet, peaceful feel and was very relaxing to play among the very tall, mature trees and along the creek. The flow was logical and easy to find your way around although there weren't any tee signs or maps available. Most of the holes provided good obstacles that ...
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Pros: Parking is right next to the first hole and there is a nearby restroom and shelter. The area seemed very well kept and free of trash. The cement tees were is pretty good shape and had the hole number and par on them. The park has a quiet, peaceful feel and was very relaxing to play among the very tall, mature trees and along the creek. The flow was logical and easy to find your way around although there weren't any tee signs or maps available. Most of the holes provided good obstacles that called for some different shots and fun lines, but not really any risk or mental factors come into play here.

Cons: No elevation, no tee signs, maps, or distances marked. There was one hole with a shelter conflict that might be unsafe if it was occupied. Not really much rough or risky shots. For me it was a little out of the way, but is a nice couse for the locals considering it's a pretty small town.

Other Thoughts: This course is great for just getting away and clearing your mind. It had some good technical play without the risk of losing anything if you can stay away from the creek. I'll definitely play here again if im passing through, it was a very pleasent experience and I had quite a bit more fun than I expected.
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Pros: Practice basket near shelter is good for warm up game of horse, there are a couple of trash cans and a shelter here also. For a nine hole course it offers a great variety of shots and much more elevation change than any other local courses. I get to use a few shots out here that I don't really get to use otherwise around town. There is a good layout without much confusion between holes and although the park is relatively small, even with multiple placements on several holes it is easy to k ...
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Pros: Practice basket near shelter is good for warm up game of horse, there are a couple of trash cans and a shelter here also. For a nine hole course it offers a great variety of shots and much more elevation change than any other local courses. I get to use a few shots out here that I don't really get to use otherwise around town. There is a good layout without much confusion between holes and although the park is relatively small, even with multiple placements on several holes it is easy to keep your disc out of the middle of someone elses game on a bad drive. Very close to residential area on one side and retail on the other, but it still has a very peaceful feel to it any time of the day. Brand new concrete teepads, and new course sign!

Cons: Although the Fairways are well kept, a misplaced drive in the rough often times seems to dissappear in the tall grass, however the grass is trimmed in the fall and presents no problem for a large part of the year. Although the short hike from the parking lot to the course is nothing for an average person to sweat over, I think a couple steps on the slippery muddy spots would be helpful.
There are also no restrooms on site, so plan accordingly.

Other Thoughts: Although not particularly impressive or anything to write home about, this course is a lot of fun. If you are looking for something to play while passing through town, I would reccomend Warner Park. I always have the most fun here out of any of the local courses.
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An object course really isn't a course at all... although I believe there may be a few functional teepads and at one point it may have actually been semi-clearly marked. Sure, there are some good lines there and a few oppurtunities for creative shots but considering the far superior surrounding area of the flint hills why not just go throw a disc at a tree elsewhere? The course is only playable after something like 6pm on school days (which this time of year is around sunset), and on weekends. I ...
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An object course really isn't a course at all... although I believe there may be a few functional teepads and at one point it may have actually been semi-clearly marked. Sure, there are some good lines there and a few oppurtunities for creative shots but considering the far superior surrounding area of the flint hills why not just go throw a disc at a tree elsewhere? The course is only playable after something like 6pm on school days (which this time of year is around sunset), and on weekends. If you do plan on playing here, make sure you take a map available here: http://www.dgcoursereview.com/course_files/1408/7c77ded6.pdf
or here: http://www.dgcoursereview.com/course_files/1408/0c1c425e.pdf
If I was someone who was browsing this site looking for a place to play while in town, I would be extremely dissapointed upon arriving at this "course". Sorry for the overly negative review, but somebody has to call it how it is on this one.
3 other courses in/ around town that are worth a look include Fairmont Park, Warner Park, and Tuttle Creek State Park Riverpond area.
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