* Top notch equipment. Baskets are all in great shape and catch well. Tee pads were solid if unspectacular. There were a couple of holes that could have used a little longer pads, but over all they were sufficiently long and they must have been a bear to install on such hilly terrain.
* Hole design- You can tell that the designer took their time and thoughtfully laid out the course. There are no real filler holes. A couple of ace runs but I don't mind 2 of those out of 18 holes. 4 Multi-shot par fours add to the experience.
* Aesthetic- Natural beauty surrounds you while you are out on the course. It is tranquil and serene and you feel far away from everything else.
*Navigation- Plenty of navigational aids in the form of arrows on trees and the next tee listed on each tee sign. The only transition we questioned was from 17 to 18.

* Safety concerns are never too far away here, and ultimately prevent me from rating this course any higher. I played in a foursome and there was plenty of slipping and sliding from even the most surefooted among us on the rocky terrain. I came very close to falling backwards down a hill but just caught myself. The footing is poor in places, especially the holes nearer to the house (1-4, 16-17). On hole 16, I had to hold onto a rope in order to throw my circle's edge putt. Had I not held the rope, I would have kept sliding down toward the ravine. At least the rope was there...
* Hole shapes- There are so many holes that finish to the right that it gets a little redundant, especially on the front 9. I am normally about a 30% RHFH guy, but I threw over 75% forehands here.
* $10 pay to play is minimal but some may find the amount offensive. I was much more concerned about the waiver you are required to sign. Scary stuff!
* Course does not return to the parking lot until you have completed all 18 holes. This does not affect my rating.

We visited the pro shop after our round. It had some discs, but was far from well stocked. It had a lost and found section in it, into which I dropped the unmarked Corvette I found. That is a nice touch. The water jug was a welcome sight at the end of the round as well.

This is a well-executed rugged Ozark mountain course. It is not for the feint of heart. Don't even think about bringing a cart here. But it excels in providing a beautiful setting and some unique and challenging disc golf. The most similar course I have played is Panther Creek State Park in eastern Tennessee. Branson Trails has steeper slopes overall but they had a similar feel. I rate it an excellent course; hence the 4 disc rating.

I loved the trails that traversed the hills winding through the woods just outside of Branson. The slopes get wild in places, and they are commonly packed with trees. If you miss the lines, there can be serious repercussions.

Concrete tees and good signs, with blue topped Innova baskets are in nice shape. I would guess that it is rare to find this course crowded. It does have a pro shop on site, and Teddy (who recently bought the property) was really friendly and helpful.

The first tee gives a good idea of what is in store for you the rest of the way. Downhill slope offering a tricky, narrow line through the woods. It's left to right, and drops off significantly if you miss left. It isn't super long, but it's not short either.

Not every hole has this sort of difficulty. A couple are short and have good birdie potential. Some have less crowded fairways, or at least a wider path to the basket. I would qualify every hole remaining from the original layout as consistently high quality. Course design has a lot of diversity, very well thought out to emphasize an array of shots. Most of the transitions between holes are easy to follow, and you can pick up a map in the pro shop.

Layout has changed from the linked map. 6-9 are no longer in the mix, and the new holes are a safari style mix of tees and baskets on the 9 hole pink course. The signs are remnants of the old layout, and the makeup holes are not well marked. Updating or supplementing signage would make it easier to navigate the final four that were tacked on. These holes are way more open, and not of the same caliber of the rest of the course.

The hillsides are covered with gravel in places, making them very treacherous. Pay attention to your footing and proceed with caution. OG 16 approach is the most sketchy footing, the rest is better, but watch your step.

I've had this course on the radar for a long time, and I wish I had made the trip sooner so I could play it in the first incarnation. 14 holes that are still in play are well worth the visit. While the remainder of the new 18 hole layout didn't fit vibe, it is pretty good all the same. I had to drop a half point from my rating, but I would play it again.

The pink 9 hole course is more of a beginner friendly loop, that is also pretty fun. Together, the Branson Trails make a great spot to spend a day throwing the plastic around.

I love the terrain here. Bad bounces can take you far off the optimal route, but when you hit a perfect line it feels great. Recovery shots can save your scorecard. Maybe the roughest footing I have stepped foot on anywhere is on the old 16th hole, or old 17 if you miss to the right of the fairway. Wear good shoes.

Comparable courses are Dragon Ridge in Camdenton, or Hanna Hills in Laquey.

I managed a 59 on the round(+1), with 4 birdies and 5 bogies. It was not easy, and I might have played the wrong baskets on the pink portion.

Challenging holes with lots of risk/reward opportunities
Course demands a variety of shots
Well designed tee signs on every hole
Solid tee pads
Excellent use of terrain
Dedicated staff

Elevation changes on some tee signs appear to be inaccurate
Tripping/Slipping hazards - loose gravel and wet rocks
Too physically demanding for some players
Not cart friendly
Excessively punishes rollaways
Blind shots - spotters highly recommended

Definitely a must-play course if you're anywhere near the area. The Full Turn team is putting their blood, sweat, and tears into this course and it definitely shows. They were extremely welcoming and I was fortunate enough to play with a local guide who could show me the ins and outs of the course. This is a physically demanding course that requires you to throw every shot you have. The course layout is extremely challenging, but also fair with clearly defined lines.

The only thing holding me back from going above a 4-disc rating is that this is still a course in the progress of being built. There are still areas with steep grades, loose gravel, and slick rocks that you need to be mindful of from a safety perspective. Make sure you're up on the abandoned throw rules - on a couple of holes an unlucky tree kick can result in, literally, 150' rollaways.

I had a great time at Branson Trails, both playing the course as well as receiving a great welcome from the staff. Once the course is completely finished with the safety issues being addressed I could easily see this course rating in the top-50, if not higher, on DGCR.

This is a challenging Ozark Mt. terrain course. Each hole has its own character? You will use most shots you "have in your bag". I actually used my "rusty" side arm to good effect on several holes. I will definitely want to play this course again.

Do not take an inexperienced player with you unless you can deal with frustration well. Also, my Fitbit says I covered 65 flights of stairs and about 9,500 steps. This course is physically challenging. I would not recommend a DG cart. Take plenty of water; I don't remember seeing a drinkable water source on the course.

I definitely recommend this course. It is new and needs to mature but that should only make it better.