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Coralville DGC reviews
7
0
BriMar
Experience:
9.9 years
30 played
17 reviews
A Nice 18 Hole Gem
Reviewed:
Updated:
Played on:Nov 16, 2023
Played the course:2-4 times
Pros:
This is solid 18 Hole course with variation throughout:
-Up and down elevation throughout
-A creek than runs to the left in the first 9
-Open field and wood lined lanes
-A few fun/interesting holes
The course is clearly marked and well maintained with concrete tees and even a few metal benches scattered through the course.
It has a very peaceful vibe that feels far removed from the traffic and major shopping area it's near.
-Up and down elevation throughout
-A creek than runs to the left in the first 9
-Open field and wood lined lanes
-A few fun/interesting holes
The course is clearly marked and well maintained with concrete tees and even a few metal benches scattered through the course.
It has a very peaceful vibe that feels far removed from the traffic and major shopping area it's near.
Cons:
The course is a little hard to fine at first, off a rarely used road that's mostly used by a near by quarry.
The wind can really pick up here but it's really just an issue on the holes 1, 2 and 18.
The only bathroom here is one a plastic outhouse.
Not a con for me but for some it might be for you...the holes are pretty short, all except for 18 which is crazy long. I like the short holes but some might feel the course becomes redundant at times, especially in the middle.
The wind can really pick up here but it's really just an issue on the holes 1, 2 and 18.
The only bathroom here is one a plastic outhouse.
Not a con for me but for some it might be for you...the holes are pretty short, all except for 18 which is crazy long. I like the short holes but some might feel the course becomes redundant at times, especially in the middle.
Other Thoughts:
I really like this place. I played it at the height of fall and was simply stunned by it's beauty. It's pretty popular but the lanes are well defined and don't crash into each other. Multiple people can be on the course and you may only see them once or twice.
10
0
wolfhaley
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Premium Member
Experience:
20 years
1008 played
579 reviews
Reviewed:
Played on:Aug 8, 2023
Played the course:once
Pros:
Coralville DGC is a beautiful 18 hole course just minutes off the expressway. This course is on the tougher end of the spectrum for noodle armed players like myself. I still had a great time out here though. None of the holes are that long. It's the elevation that'll get you.
The baskets here are awesome, orange DGA Mach X's. These are some of the nicer baskets on the market in my opinion, from the handful of times I've played on them. The baskets catch nicely and are all mounted properly. Two pin positions on every hole which is always a bonus for locals and people who play it frequently.
The course plays mostly on the open side, but there a couple pretty sweet wooded holes sprinkled in to mix things up a bit. And a few holes that involve the woods a bit at least. Hole 15 is just a damn fun wooded hole that looks like it was plucked from Northwood Black compared to the rest of the holes out here.
The tee pads are excellent. Perfectly sized and many holes also have the concrete extended off to the side and have benches built into them. The benches were much appreciated on the hot, humid day we played this one. Especially the ones at the top of the hill you have to climb numerous times. Very good grip on these things and all are poured level. A big plus with some of the slopes on these holes. One tee pad per hole.
The flow of the course is pretty easy to follow. Not the easiest ever, but I only had to use the map a couple times. The course starts and ends right by the parking area, which has restrooms and a practice basket.
The tee signs are pretty simple but effective. Metal posts with small metal signs that feature a basic hole map, blue and red baskets showing each pin position, next tee arrows and color coded boxes showing the par and distance to either of the two baskets. Nothing amazing but they get the job done.
The course was very clean and well maintained on our visit. Free to play and open most of the year.
The baskets here are awesome, orange DGA Mach X's. These are some of the nicer baskets on the market in my opinion, from the handful of times I've played on them. The baskets catch nicely and are all mounted properly. Two pin positions on every hole which is always a bonus for locals and people who play it frequently.
The course plays mostly on the open side, but there a couple pretty sweet wooded holes sprinkled in to mix things up a bit. And a few holes that involve the woods a bit at least. Hole 15 is just a damn fun wooded hole that looks like it was plucked from Northwood Black compared to the rest of the holes out here.
The tee pads are excellent. Perfectly sized and many holes also have the concrete extended off to the side and have benches built into them. The benches were much appreciated on the hot, humid day we played this one. Especially the ones at the top of the hill you have to climb numerous times. Very good grip on these things and all are poured level. A big plus with some of the slopes on these holes. One tee pad per hole.
The flow of the course is pretty easy to follow. Not the easiest ever, but I only had to use the map a couple times. The course starts and ends right by the parking area, which has restrooms and a practice basket.
The tee signs are pretty simple but effective. Metal posts with small metal signs that feature a basic hole map, blue and red baskets showing each pin position, next tee arrows and color coded boxes showing the par and distance to either of the two baskets. Nothing amazing but they get the job done.
The course was very clean and well maintained on our visit. Free to play and open most of the year.
Cons:
It'd be nice if they had a way to show you what pin is in play on the tee sign. Not a huge deal since none of the holes are too long. But it did get a bit annoying having to walk up the fairway after awhile.
Very real chance of losing a disc out here, especially if the wind is up. The rough off the fairway can get pretty thick. There's lots of thorns and nettle too. You do not want to end up in there.
The course starts and ends on a pretty bland note. There's a few holes toward the middle that also start to get stagnant. Wide open uphill, wide open downhill, wide open uphill, wide open downhill. At least there's elevation. Holes 2 and 3 are pretty flat and boing too. And then 18 is just a longer version of hole 2, minus any danger near the pin. Kind of a weak finishing hole imo.
The course doesn't loop back to the lot at any point. It's a bit of a hike so be sure to pack everything you need from the start.
Very real chance of losing a disc out here, especially if the wind is up. The rough off the fairway can get pretty thick. There's lots of thorns and nettle too. You do not want to end up in there.
The course starts and ends on a pretty bland note. There's a few holes toward the middle that also start to get stagnant. Wide open uphill, wide open downhill, wide open uphill, wide open downhill. At least there's elevation. Holes 2 and 3 are pretty flat and boing too. And then 18 is just a longer version of hole 2, minus any danger near the pin. Kind of a weak finishing hole imo.
The course doesn't loop back to the lot at any point. It's a bit of a hike so be sure to pack everything you need from the start.
Other Thoughts:
Despite all the cons I listed this is still a damn fun course. It's more open than I generally prefer, but it's a great compliment to Sugar Bottom and Peninnsula Park, which are both much more wooded. Definitely the kind of course that's needed in the area. It is definitely different than the others and that's a good thing.
I'd definitely recommend this one to those travelling through. It boils down to what your preferences are. If you like wooded, technical courses this isn't your spot. If you like more open courses where you can air some out you'll dig this one. Very good course.
I'd definitely recommend this one to those travelling through. It boils down to what your preferences are. If you like wooded, technical courses this isn't your spot. If you like more open courses where you can air some out you'll dig this one. Very good course.
8
0
Dude Bro
Experience:
26 played
3 reviews
2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Aug 15, 2021
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
What's Great:
- This is a perfect "easy course" and it should be celebrated because you know exactly what you're getting with this course and it accomplishes this extremely well. Every hole asks you to execute classic disc golf shots; the same ones we all think we can perform every time but after playing this here you'll be reminded that sometimes the basics are always in need of practice.
- Fantastic family or beginner course. This is the #1 place for beginners to learn disc golf in the Iowa City area and these types of courses are always needed to grow the sport. It's also a great place for families to come out for a quick round without having to worry about tight fairways and keeping the kids discs in play. This feature alone makes the course a win - until you've tried playing difficult courses with your wife and SO, you don't know you're missing a real treat. I've done several birthday parties here with my kids, they were lots of fun.
- The shots are unimaginative. Everyone will throw the same lines which may sound boring but it's also a great test of your ability to execute your game and a sneaky, highly competitive aspect for advanced players. This course sets up that "I'm better than you" scenario better than most and should be appreciated for its elegance in this regard.
- The Front 9 and Back 9 are different.
-- Front plays like a simple park course without many obstacles and challenges accurate lines off the tee-pads that need good distance while avoiding a small creek on multiple holes. Going off the fairway isn't punishing as you can usually save par or hold yourself to a boogey and aren't severely penalized for bad tee-shots.
-- Back asks for more accuracy and touch until the last 3 holes when you get to uncork a few longer shots with challenging putts. It has more tunnel and forest holes but without the annoyance of multiple trees clogging the fairways which can be a major limitation to some Iowa courses played in the woods. Hole 12 is a great separating hole as a drive left at any distance up the fairway leaves you with a difficult scramble situation.
- To summarize, good shots are rewarded with birdie opportunities for all players while average shots rarely end up with easy birdies. For most holes you need to consider your landing as it sets up your putt much more than other "easy" courses. Most greens are protected or have some degree of elevation that will challenge your putting if you miss your drive.
- This course is extremely challenging on windy days, especially holes with elevation changes off the tee or at the pin. Holes 1, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, and 18 really shine in the wind and help to separate the field during competitive play.
- Many Ace opportunities depending on course set up. At most, holes 1, 2, 3, 4, maybe 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 (blind), 13, 14, and 15 are all opportunities. These holes are probably why the course is also called easy as the pins are easily reachable.
What's Good:
- The course as a whole is extremely playable with clearly defined, wide fairways, level concrete tee-pads, large signs, benches, trash cans, and some picturesque golf shots (1, new 4, 9, 12, 18)
- Lots of elevation changes.
- Maintenance from the city is superb. Fairways are always mowed with trimmed edges. Free score cards at hole 1 along with a great map and putting green.
- Easy to get to the course, it's close to the city and next to the I-80 (east / west) and 380 (north / south) changes in case you're coming from out of town.
- This is a perfect "easy course" and it should be celebrated because you know exactly what you're getting with this course and it accomplishes this extremely well. Every hole asks you to execute classic disc golf shots; the same ones we all think we can perform every time but after playing this here you'll be reminded that sometimes the basics are always in need of practice.
- Fantastic family or beginner course. This is the #1 place for beginners to learn disc golf in the Iowa City area and these types of courses are always needed to grow the sport. It's also a great place for families to come out for a quick round without having to worry about tight fairways and keeping the kids discs in play. This feature alone makes the course a win - until you've tried playing difficult courses with your wife and SO, you don't know you're missing a real treat. I've done several birthday parties here with my kids, they were lots of fun.
- The shots are unimaginative. Everyone will throw the same lines which may sound boring but it's also a great test of your ability to execute your game and a sneaky, highly competitive aspect for advanced players. This course sets up that "I'm better than you" scenario better than most and should be appreciated for its elegance in this regard.
- The Front 9 and Back 9 are different.
-- Front plays like a simple park course without many obstacles and challenges accurate lines off the tee-pads that need good distance while avoiding a small creek on multiple holes. Going off the fairway isn't punishing as you can usually save par or hold yourself to a boogey and aren't severely penalized for bad tee-shots.
-- Back asks for more accuracy and touch until the last 3 holes when you get to uncork a few longer shots with challenging putts. It has more tunnel and forest holes but without the annoyance of multiple trees clogging the fairways which can be a major limitation to some Iowa courses played in the woods. Hole 12 is a great separating hole as a drive left at any distance up the fairway leaves you with a difficult scramble situation.
- To summarize, good shots are rewarded with birdie opportunities for all players while average shots rarely end up with easy birdies. For most holes you need to consider your landing as it sets up your putt much more than other "easy" courses. Most greens are protected or have some degree of elevation that will challenge your putting if you miss your drive.
- This course is extremely challenging on windy days, especially holes with elevation changes off the tee or at the pin. Holes 1, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, and 18 really shine in the wind and help to separate the field during competitive play.
- Many Ace opportunities depending on course set up. At most, holes 1, 2, 3, 4, maybe 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 (blind), 13, 14, and 15 are all opportunities. These holes are probably why the course is also called easy as the pins are easily reachable.
What's Good:
- The course as a whole is extremely playable with clearly defined, wide fairways, level concrete tee-pads, large signs, benches, trash cans, and some picturesque golf shots (1, new 4, 9, 12, 18)
- Lots of elevation changes.
- Maintenance from the city is superb. Fairways are always mowed with trimmed edges. Free score cards at hole 1 along with a great map and putting green.
- Easy to get to the course, it's close to the city and next to the I-80 (east / west) and 380 (north / south) changes in case you're coming from out of town.
Cons:
Despite the elegance and simplicity of the course, there are some downsides.
- Theres almost no need for midrange shots and you can get by with a limited amount of midrange discs in your bag to cover your basic shots. Every hole is either a driver or putter off the tee and because most holes are par 3 your either putting or chipping for your second shot. As a beginner course I feel there should be a few more opportunities for challenging approach shots from the fairway. This may not apply to everyone as some people may need a midrange disc for upshots.
- After rain the course can be muddy and soggy on quite a few holes.
- Theres a lack of obstacles off the tee pad limiting the need for flex shots or creative lines. Several holes have annoying branches that could be trimmed, hole 6 looking at you! (summer 21).
- If this course has one major flaw it's the uphill holes 7, 10 and 13 that are almost identical with bomb hyzers being the only real option for quality shots + distance. That said, when 10 is in long its a challenging fairway shot to the pin. Hole 7 has a shorter pin location on the left that plays a hyzer to a slightly protected green but overall it's lacking variety. Hole 13 is a tighter line, but it's still a manageable uphill hyzer. If the pin on 13 could be moved to the right it would be better but probably isn't possible as that would endanger the fairway on 12. Other options would be to add an elevated pin on 13. 7 and 13 are also ace run shots in short.
- Relatively short course, mostly par 3's.
- Lack of risk / reward aspect of imaginative golf.
- Theres almost no need for midrange shots and you can get by with a limited amount of midrange discs in your bag to cover your basic shots. Every hole is either a driver or putter off the tee and because most holes are par 3 your either putting or chipping for your second shot. As a beginner course I feel there should be a few more opportunities for challenging approach shots from the fairway. This may not apply to everyone as some people may need a midrange disc for upshots.
- After rain the course can be muddy and soggy on quite a few holes.
- Theres a lack of obstacles off the tee pad limiting the need for flex shots or creative lines. Several holes have annoying branches that could be trimmed, hole 6 looking at you! (summer 21).
- If this course has one major flaw it's the uphill holes 7, 10 and 13 that are almost identical with bomb hyzers being the only real option for quality shots + distance. That said, when 10 is in long its a challenging fairway shot to the pin. Hole 7 has a shorter pin location on the left that plays a hyzer to a slightly protected green but overall it's lacking variety. Hole 13 is a tighter line, but it's still a manageable uphill hyzer. If the pin on 13 could be moved to the right it would be better but probably isn't possible as that would endanger the fairway on 12. Other options would be to add an elevated pin on 13. 7 and 13 are also ace run shots in short.
- Relatively short course, mostly par 3's.
- Lack of risk / reward aspect of imaginative golf.
Other Thoughts:
I would highly recommend this course for beginners, families, and it's great for weekday league nights as it plays fast and sets up nicely for doubles play. It's not going to be challenging for experienced golfers but sometimes thats good. You wont leave the course feeling exhausted or worn down like other courses and theres plenty of opportunities to blast a few drives.
The course is still being improved. Recently hole 4 pin was moved to a small hill which gives you an uphill putt from almost any landing area. This change challenges the hyzer shot with a difficult line and landing area for the easy putt while blocking a RHFH throw with a large tree.
Lastly - this course will age like fine wine relative to the growth of disc golf in eastern Iowa. As of fall 2021 there are plans to add 2 professional level courses to the area within a year. The Shaver Park redesign in Cedar Rapids and a new, private course a ways outside city limits. These new courses should place this course in sharp relief with the proposed, higher difficulty courses and will show off the character of a well designed, friendly course. I expect a lot of players to gravitate back The Farm after a few rounds getting beat down by harder courses designs.
Another wonderful disc golf course for the community designed by local pro Jeff Harper who also designed The Peninsula in Iowa City.
The course is still being improved. Recently hole 4 pin was moved to a small hill which gives you an uphill putt from almost any landing area. This change challenges the hyzer shot with a difficult line and landing area for the easy putt while blocking a RHFH throw with a large tree.
Lastly - this course will age like fine wine relative to the growth of disc golf in eastern Iowa. As of fall 2021 there are plans to add 2 professional level courses to the area within a year. The Shaver Park redesign in Cedar Rapids and a new, private course a ways outside city limits. These new courses should place this course in sharp relief with the proposed, higher difficulty courses and will show off the character of a well designed, friendly course. I expect a lot of players to gravitate back The Farm after a few rounds getting beat down by harder courses designs.
Another wonderful disc golf course for the community designed by local pro Jeff Harper who also designed The Peninsula in Iowa City.
6
0
Nice New Course 2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:Jun 24, 2019
Played the course:once
Pros:
-Great Signage
-Multiple Pin Locations
-Good mix of open / wooded holes
-Decent use of elevation
-Concrete Tee Pads
-Good map at start of course
-Multiple Pin Locations
-Good mix of open / wooded holes
-Decent use of elevation
-Concrete Tee Pads
-Good map at start of course
Cons:
-More benches/trash cans needed
-Only a potra-potty on site for restroom facilities
-Only a potra-potty on site for restroom facilities
Other Thoughts:
While other reviewers are harping on this as a "boring" course, I think it is very nice. New just last year, it will come into its own. There is a good mix of open/wooded holes and good use of terrain. The multiple pin positions allow for a little more interest than in previous reviews. The signage is good with a decent map to follow. As some recently planted trees mature and some of the fairways get more established, the course will improve. Played on a Monday afternoon and had no issues with parking. Had a good round here and will definitely make it a point to stop again.
