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Balgriffen Park

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lukedpt
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 24.2 years 71 played 50 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Solid little pitch-and-putt

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 10, 2023 Played the course:once

Pros:

-Simple, accurate, and useful tee signs
-Wide open fairways that are excellent for nervous beginners
-I believe the baskets are old DGAs. In good repair with large number signs on them
-Concrete tee pads, not very long but neither is this course
-Simple layout that makes sense even if you are new to the course
-Good use of the available trees in the park to create some useful challenge.
-the care of the grounds is excellent and well cared for.

Cons:

-The course lacks variety, but that's no real complaint since it is aimed at beginners

Other Thoughts:

This is an ideal course to bring beginners to. I was visiting friends that had not played before, so we were able to drive 10 minutes to this course, play a round, and then get them set up on their own disc golf adventure. This course is a little too long for a true ace race for skilled players, but ideal for the novice. Glad this part of the park was set aside and cared for well.
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rocketmanlynn
Experience: 33 years 11 played 5 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Short beginner course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Aug 29, 2020 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

It is short, but I added distance on several holes.
Throw #1 over the pond from the sidewalk is a lot more fun. I move the tee back on #1, 2, 3, 8 and 9 add to the challenge. The tree growth has made #5 and #6 more interesting. Working for a 2 on #4 is the most fun challenge. This is a good lunch course.

Cons:

Still a beginner course. It would be better to have #1 and #2 around the pond. Only play it if it is convenient at lunch or on your way.

Other Thoughts:

I bring the light-weights to start out on this course. Throwing #1 over the pond through the gap for a put is hard and worth it. I also like #6 since the trees grew. If I didn't add distance to the holes, I would not like this course much.
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jcf5083
Experience: 14.5 years 49 played 18 reviews
1.50 star(s)

Poor Execution 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 16, 2016 Played the course:once

Pros:

-Baskets are all in good shape
-The property is bright and beautiful. The fountain by the first and last hole make for great scenery
-The natural tees had toe pads

Cons:

-Many of the holes are just straight ace runs, only a couple bring any challenge at all
-The tee signs often are facing in the opposite direction, and a couple of them are inaccurate, showing the wrong numbers and distances around 200-300 YARDS.
-The course does not hold water well. The teepads and a lot of the fairways had standing water from rain the day before

Other Thoughts:

I think this land could make a very good nine hole course, but this boy scout project is not the best use of the land. I would love to see a redesign that played over the pond and fountain and utilized the trees that were available.
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mbradbourne
Experience: 10.4 years 17 played 6 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Perfect Beginners Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 12, 2014 Played the course:once

Pros:

-- Wide open
-- Reasonable hole lengths for newer players
-- Seems to be well maintained

Cons:

-- could get boring for more advanced players

Other Thoughts:

Loved this course, mainly because I could build some confidence in it and actually scored a few pars and even had chance at birdie as a very new player. No real chance of losing a disc, except on 9 if you over throw the basket.
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tlimanek
Experience: 5 played 4 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Short but Sweet 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 27, 2014 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Very well maintained. Great place to practice or bring a beginner. Real shot at an ace on almost every hole. Nice park. I rate only a 2 since so simple and short, but I have a nice time playing here always.

Cons:

Really short. Not sure why hole 7 was placed in front of a big willow instead of behind it which would make both hole 7 and 8 much more interesting. There is a busy street alongside so they may not want you to be too daring with throws.

Other Thoughts:

Bring a midrange and a putter and have a great time.
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sisyphus
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Experience: 12.6 years 397 played 383 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Beginners’ Dream 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 19, 2014 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

This small community greenspace park course won't be terribly attractive to competitive disc golfers due to its lack of challenge (on all but the ninth green), but if you're introducing someone (of any age) to the sport, or live in this community, it's really a nice, fun nine. The middle four holes actually have enough distance to break out a midrange disc (as much as 276'), while 1,2,7,8&9 are putter/ ace runs.

Starting just on the far side of the pond from the nice course map next to the street side parking on Norn Street, basic tee signs, toe board, natural ground tees and good DGA baskets are all that's really needed. Most of the shots are laid out for safety, and a few have trees that are growing in to force some line shaping (see the new pics I just added). The 9th hole will actually give you a second's pause when you realize that, though short, the basket lies only ten feet in front of the corner of the pond. You can slide long, to the right, but you'll bring several trees into play, to interfere with your putt. So you need to decide, how do I ace run this temptress, keep a dry disc, and be sure to get my two, if I've gotta?

The park appears to have walking/ jogging paths, a playground, a pavilion, tennis courts, and an extremely scenic pond, and none of these other activities will be straying into the disc golf course. So my overall impression is of a beautiful, beginner, park nine.

Cons:

It's too short, and not tight enough to interest the competitive disc golfer, and there may be places where the reckless chucker might drill a drive all over the place (the 4th tee is pin high for an errant shot to the right of the 3rd basket). The tee signs are basic, and sometimes (like on 6) face the wrong way, so as to be unhelpful for course navigation. There is only on-street parking for a dozen cars or so. I couldn't spot a bathroom. The course is clearly intended for the neighborhood, and not really for visitors.

Other Thoughts:

The bathroom issue arose, as I'd just dropped my daughter off for an event (my excuse for trekking from Cincy to Columbus for the day), and I didn't figure on there not being any restroom. Next time, I'll go before I throw.
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bkidwell
Experience: 14 played 2 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Easy Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 28, 2013 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Wide open and short course. Great for confidence boosting.

Cons:

Almost to easy. First course I ever played and shot a 2 over par. Next time through, crushed it.

Other Thoughts:

Great beginners course and a great course to work on your game as far as getting kinks worked out with your throwing motion.
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drblam
Experience: 12 years 10 played 5 reviews
3.00 star(s)

This is what a nine hole should be. 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 4, 2013 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Approachable for new players, excellent practice course for vets to work the mids or drive some putters.
Field across the street for some field work, just throw away from the kids on the playground!

Cons:

Not a full 18. Gets super muddy after storms.

Other Thoughts:

I will play this course a hundred times over Griggs. This is the place to go if you need work on your game and then you can play Hoover or Pickerington for a full course. The care that went into/still goes into this course is five star!
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DiscDave
Experience: 13.1 years 10 played 3 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Nice course for beginners 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 4, 2012 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Very nicely kept grounds and good signage. Nice course map for first-timers.
Good for practicing mid-range shots or long putts.

Cons:

A little too wide open and the dirt tees can be hazardous to anlkes.

Other Thoughts:

I have taken several people here for an introduction to disc golf and they have always enjoyed it. Very nice for getting in a quick round.
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discmasternuke
Experience: 15.9 years 3 played 3 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Great local course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 15, 2012 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Any skill level has the chance to flourish here
The baskets have hole numbers above them
Landscape is BEAUTIFUL
9th basket is excellently placed
Always parking available

Cons:

Extremely short with holes as short as 150'
Gets windy at times
Natural tees are muddy for several days after rain
#4 being a par 4 is a joke

Other Thoughts:

Bring your kids, bring your wife, bring your grandma, anybody can play here. This course is excellent for practicing your short game
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culinarywiz
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 35.6 years 305 played 66 reviews
1.50 star(s)

nice little rec course 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Jan 25, 2012 Played the course:once

Pros:

Nice neighborhood with well groomed landscape. The pond and grass is kept clean and tight.

Nice signage showing length of hole and pin placement.

Out and back design that drops you off right where you started.

Young trees scattered throughout that will eventually provide more obstacles than present.

Cons:

Wide open shots to the pin. Hole 4 is really the only hole that forces you to take a controlled line. You certainly don't need to worry about missing the "fairway".

Not much to speak of in the challenge department. Many holes are reachable with a putter.

The natural tees are showing their age. They are beginning to dig in and hold water. Some filler would go a long way.

Other Thoughts:

This course is on a very small lot of land. Considering the ground available, I think the designer did a nice job. There are a couple nice pin placements (4 & 9) and there are a couple holes that crack the 250ft barrier.

It is peaceful and cared for. All in all, I'm now surprised I waited so long to play it. Its a nice little course to pop some aces, bring the little ones or just work on your putting.
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MonkeyJones
Experience: 12.6 years 45 played 3 reviews
2.50 star(s)

good quickie course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 23, 2011 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

-very well maintained
-in a nice neighborhood
-nice play area for the little ones nearby
-baskets & tees easily identified
-good for short game/putting practice

Cons:

-dirt tees--muddy when wet
-grounds do not drain well after a rain
-very little variation
-numerous holes same/similar distance/same throw
-a couple holes throw right along a fairly busy road, a bit hazardous for the beginner that may "late-release" to the right.

Other Thoughts:

-nice for a quick 9 holes
-I'd be content if the eagle scouts had built it in my neighborhood :eek:)
-hole #4 was my favorite
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Foofoohead
Experience: 21 played 21 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Eagle Scouts 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 13, 2011 Played the course:once

Pros:

Good use of park area.
Well maintained.
Made for a quick round.

Cons:

Tee areas rough.
SHORT.
Only 9 holes.

Other Thoughts:

Excellent job by the Boy Scouts. Well thought out design using the limited area. Good use of the trees and mound area along the one side.
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cali
Experience: 21.9 years 67 played 4 reviews
2.50 star(s)

It's ok. 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 22, 2010 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Good course for a short round. I actually squeezed in 36 holes on my lunch break today. Good for working on your putter driving, thumbers, other technical shots you normally couldn't throw off the box on a longer hole. Makes for a decent challenge when it is windy out too, awesome course for practicing that area of your game.

Cons:

Goose poop everywhere near the pond and the tee areas are mud pits after rain. Kinda gets a bit boring too, I wish the trees were a little more mature and actually posed as somewhat of an obstacle. You can throw right over or around every tree on any fairway with ease.

Other Thoughts:

I work right down the street from this place so I'll probably be here a lot. See ya around!
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OhioDiscer
Experience: 19.6 years 10 played 10 reviews
3.00 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Jul 19, 2010 Played the course:once

Pros:

I played this course just once and was hooked. I was also pleased to get a easy score after playing griggs the same day. I would say this course is the anti Delaware witch is a very long course.

Cons:

The holes are no longer than 300 ft. But you can't really complain to much because this course was made on a small area by eagle scouts who are okay but their no Disc Golf course designer.

Other Thoughts:

This course is great to play after getting beaten by any hard course to get your confidence up. Should also be played if you need a quick round. A well earned 3 stars I would play this course anytime
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BuckeyeMike
Experience: 14.8 years 15 played 5 reviews
2.50 star(s)

A Great Place to Learn Disc Golf! 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Apr 13, 2010 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

-Nice Baskets
-A Nice little piece of land
-Tee signs
-Nice course map in front of the pond (See picture)
-Easy to Navigate
-Ace-able holes! Update 5/4/10: Ace on Hole 7!
-Water semi in play on hole 9
-Never very busy
-Great for First Timers, Beginners,Kids/Families, and Newbies to Disc Golf!

Cons:

-Dirt Tees
-Not challenging for Intermediate & Veteran Disc Golfers
-Hole 4 doesn't need to be par 4

Other Thoughts:

This is the place I learned how to play Disc Golf and I have taken a hand full of people to Learn and First play Disc Golf.

Most people around the area know it was an Eagle Scout Project (and they did a great job!). There is also a Playground, Basketball court, etc., right across the street (for families).


Yes, the dirt tees are lame and there are a few other cons but,(in my humble opinion) this is the Best Course to First Learn how to play Disc Golf in the Columbus area!
(Pickerington's Sycamore Creek DGC is another good one.)



*Wildlife Side Note: During summer months be on the look out for a Blue Heron and on sunny days there is a HUGE (longer than my arm) Fish in the pond right in front of the Disc Golf Course!
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SteveHalsell
Experience: 20.2 years 31 played 11 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Fun little course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 23, 2009 Played the course:once

Pros:

This was an Eagle Scout project and for that I am very pleased. I love disc golf, and to see someone make a course for that purpose is fantastic.

This is a great beginner course. Anyone who is new to disc golf, or trying to get a wife or girlfriend into disc golf, this is where you need to come!

If you're a seasoned disc golfer then leave the driving discs in the car. I basically carried two discs. I carried a Leopard and an Aviar. I just approached (either overhand or RHBH) and putted in. Using a 27 par (par 3 for each of the 9 holes) I shot a 20. I was pretty pleased and the couse made me feel great about myself!

Amenities are fantastic for such a small course.
- Great map for the course
- Great concerete tee pads
- Holes and baskets are clearly marked without a lot of confusion over fairway crossings

Cons:

This is a short course. It's tough to list it as a con because it wasn't intended to be a long or challenging course.

Other than that, I think this course was great to play.

Other Thoughts:

If you are in the Columbus area and are new to disc golf, this is a must play. If you are in Collumbus in general I would fit this into a trip. Play it when you're going out for another course, or if you are running errands. It won't take you more than 30 minutes to play the entire course if you're slow, so it will fit into any schedule!

The only reason I am giving this a lower score is because of the simplicity, but for enjoyability this is a fun play. I was really pleased that I fit it into my trip.
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mcmyers640
Experience: 16.6 years 40 played 11 reviews
2.00 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Aug 22, 2009 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

-Perfect for Beginners
-Great for trying out that new midrange
-Signs
-Low Traffic
-Eagle Scout Project
-Short predictable holes a pro for beginners or getting out of that funk

Cons:

-Does not force you to use many shots
-Minimal obstacles
-Young trees that have not had time to grow
-Not a place to air out your driver
-Goose droppings eveyrwhere

Other Thoughts:

Every course serves a purpose and this one provides a nice platform for beginners to get into the game. Whenever I want to take someone new to the course, I'll usually take them here where they can take it easy and not have to worry about threading a 3' gap on a 400' hole. You don't have to work too hard here, so bring a friend and enjoy spreading the love of the game. I don't know the eagle scout, but I'm happy to have a course to bring a new player to and not have them get frustrated.
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shots17
Experience: 14.7 years 13 played 4 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Learner Course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 20, 2009 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Good place to learn and practice short game. Few obstacles with mostly open shots. Some longer shots to really practice distance (for learner).

Cons:

Tees are grass or dirt. Last time I played (Nov. 20th) there was a TON of geese shit on the edge of the pond extending about 50 feet from shore. This was annoying to walk through (carefully).

Other Thoughts:

I've played this course a bunch to practice up on my shorter game. You can easily drive all baskets, but 2nd shot is key for low score.
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Bikinimower
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 21.6 years 174 played 66 reviews
1.50 star(s)

It is what it is 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 15, 2002 Played the course:once

Pros:

You blow through it quick
Good effort

Cons:

Not Challenging
Not really fun
Kinda confusing
small

Other Thoughts:

I'm not gonna knock some kids eagle scout project. It's actually the best eagle scout project of any kind I've ever seen. He probably didn't have a whole lot of land or money to work with.

The first hole over the pond was my favorite. After that it was a bunch of open field holes packed into a small lot of land. Sometimes I got confused about which pin to throw to from which tee.

All in all a good effort
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