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Louisville, KY

Arrowhead DGC

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MrFrosty
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Experience: 31.1 years 764 played 387 reviews
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More Fun Than Disc Golf Should Allow 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 9, 2020 Played the course:once

Pros:

There is a big sign on the right signifying Arrowhead Disc Golf from the road . Go slow or you will miss it . The driveway leads to a small parking lot on the right , just past the owner's house . The course starts on the other side of the house . There is a putting basket in the front yard . There are no bathroom facilities here . Signs leading to the shelter/kiosk will tell you the rules .
The Equipment - Where do I start ? The kiosk where you sign the waiver has a detailed map of the course .Take a picture just because it's cool , but you won't need it . There are plenty on Next Tee signs and the course flows well . The tee pads are pavers and about 4 1/2 X 7' . The baskets are kind of a mix of all different types , but all are in good shape . The signage is both unique and excellent . Some parts of the course have a Native American motif , like on #1 . The signs at the holes are also very good .They have carver wood numbers on the tops of the baskets , something I have never seen before . There are sturdy wood stairs and bridges all over this course , and plenty of out of bounds markers . The have at least one pole ( #23 ) at the edge of a dry creek that helps you fish out your disc . There are benches at many of the holes . There are screens at a couple of the tee pads to protect some people from being hit by an errant shot .
The Landscape - The course was moved and the trees were cut back when I was here . This course is well taken care of . Some of the course is semi-woods and much of it would be considered woods . Course designer Eric Wyatt made up for the lack of length on this course and incorporated several creeks and some elevation from elevated tees or baskets over hillsides .
The Highlights - Okay . I will already tell you that the course will not challenge you with overly technical woods shots or give you some length . I shot well under par for my first time , but I left with a big smile on my face . This course is the most fun I have ever had on a Kentucky course. #4 has a sliding hanging basket with a row of trees in the fairway . #9 has lots of OB with a tight fairway through the trees and crossing 2 creeks . #18 has 2 arching mandos made from the trees to help psych you out . #19 is the 3rd hanging basket on a tight shot fairway . #20 just 188' but is a tight right to left going slightly downhill and across a creek to a hillside with wood stoppers for your disc . You are shooting at an elevated basket the might be 15+' depending on where you land on the hillside . It's one of the most original holes I have ever seen . #25 is a downhill island hole shot . #27 has 2 different baskets to shoot at . The owner picks the one for the day and uses a big arrow to point to it ( Creative ) .
Signature Hole - #23 .474' It starts downhill with a creek in play running along the left side and trees on the right . Trees will dot the fairway as you throw toward a small green that has water on sides of it .
Disc Risk - surprisingly low . The course is well cared for , with little rough . Your drives will ricochet off of trees but most of the holes are short and will enable you to track your drive .
Time - It took me about an hour and a half to play all 27 holes of this course .I should have stayed longer .
Course Beauty - The woods setting is both nice to look at and serene . There are even " quiet holes " in a couple of spots that you aren't supposed to make noise in .
Unique - I had to add this category for this particular course , because there are carvings near the trees , and little figurines resting on tree shelves at some of the holes .
There is also a fenced in area behind the tee pad for #2 where a miniature horse will come up to you to pet him . I will remember to bring carrots to the course next time .
There were many groups on the course during my play . I couldn't decide if this was more of a course or more of a " happening " There is even an awning to chill out after you play .


Cons:

#1 Pure Challenge - This course isn't going to make you dig deep into your resolve or your bag , but it will still force you to make choices . You might reach for your midrange more than your driver .
#2 safety . There are a couple of spots where you could get hit with an off line drive . If it rains hard , throwing from some of the hills could get you hurt .
The only amenities I saw missing were trash receptacles . Carry out what you carry in . Spray on some Deet before you play during the summer months .

Other Thoughts:

This course might be the most unique I have ever played . 27 completely different holes . Doglegs , tight alleys , some gimmicks to make the course fun . I talked to the owner briefly , and he is even more friendly than the locals that populate the course . I would play this course with my buddies every other weekend if I lived in the Louisville area . A lot of time , effort and love went into this course .Course designer Eric Wyatt did a fantastic job . Thank You for letting me play this course, Vivian . I will remember to bring carrots for your horses next time .
Check the course Facebook page for both permission to play and schedule . There is a summer league on Friday evenings and other activities you don't want to run into .
This is a private course . Make Sure you leave some money in the donation box
My Recommendation - The course is short enough for newbies and locals to have a blast . I think intermediates thru pros will tear this course up , but will have a great time doing it . ! disc players won't lose it playing here . Travelers ? It is a lengthy time to stretch legs here , but if you are staying overnight anywhere from E-town to Louisville or in Albany , you would want to drop down and go a round . Course Collectors will not want to miss this course , and can combine it with the Albany courses or Otter Creek and Muldraugh .
Get off of Gene Snyder or I-65 and Play IT !!!!

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