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Eustis, FL

Hidden Waters Preserve

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3.835(based on 12 reviews)
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BillBurbage
Experience: 40.8 years 82 played 1 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Disc Golf in a Sinkhole 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 19, 2017 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Come to Eustis Florida, and play Hidden Waters disc golf course in a 90 acre sinkhole. Most holes are under tall trees, so very shaded which is great in Florida. Both left & right lanes on most holes with elevation creates a challenging course. You are rewarded when hitting your lines and penalized with strokes when you miss. Several holes remind me of NC golf with beautiful elevated pads, long downhill shots, and some difficult uphill putts, which is rare in Florida. This course calls for many different shots, and will test all levels of players. Take a photo of the course map found on the back side of the Kiosk near the main entrance to help you find Hole #1, then good signage from there makes it easy to navigate.

Cons:

Single tee pads do not offer an easier shot for beginners, but they will be rewarded as they improve their accuracy. Not too cart friendly, but it can be done. No bathrooms, or water fountains, so bring it with you.

Other Thoughts:

I heard this course was being pulled which is disappointing, and just plain wrong. The level of effort to install this course is massive, hats off to all those involved. Hidden Waters DG Course is a truly unique Florida gem, experience it before it's gone.
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edwardnaylon
Experience: 9 played 9 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Amazing and rare!! 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 19, 2017 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

The use of the land and course design was very well thought out.
This course has some great lines and there is real elevation for Florida. The only course in FL that has more is the Throw Down the Mountain Course ( not an actual course you can play)
Several holes could be signature holes- extreme elevation and beautiful lines.
Multiple approach lines for left or right handed players.
Reminded me of some of the courses in NC with baskets perched on hill sides that bring in risk / reward putts- rare in FL.
I found myself using discs I rarely throw in my bag becasue of the uniqueness of every hole.
The course is challenging but very fair. If you hit your line you are rewarded, miss and you are taking strokes.
There is good signage and multiple pin placements.
Plays in the woods for the most part which offers some nice shade on hot days.
Each hole brought its own personality to the course. There was a nice mix of short and longer holes.
Most holes that make you traverse up hills and around trees. A few holes made me feel like I was playing disc golf in Jamaica with the hills , greenery , and sense of being pretty isolated from anyone else .

Cons:

For a new player this course would be difficult due to some tight fairways.
The hills could tire some people that are out of shape. I dont remember seeing trash cans out there or bathrooms.

Other Thoughts:

This course is very unique to FL. I would make it a regular in my rotation of courses that i play even though I live 45 min away, its worth the drive. The design is a great use of the property. Elevation, dog legs, lefty and righty mix is nice, I heard it may be closing soon, which is heartbreaking due to all the work that was put in, It is a gem. Play it while you can.
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Ibuprofen
Experience: 7.8 years 1 played 1 reviews
4.50 star(s)

A true gem 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Feb 20, 2017 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Variety of shots, elevation changes on almost every hole, 7 par 4's that are really par 4's (I have seen an eagle on 3, but I think player skill + some luck was above average). Finesse shots will be rewarded. Rubber tee pads are easily prepared. And you never have to throw over water (huge plus for me).

Cons:

No water, no pets, no restrooms so plan accordingly! Not the most cart friendly course. Not necessarily beginner friendly (but there is a perfect beginner course less than 5 miles away). Oh, KEEP YOUR EYES ON YOUR DISC! When (not if) you get in the junk it can take a moment to find your disc.

Other Thoughts:

For being in Florida the elevation changes alone make this a favorite for me. #6 (nicknamed 'the flying squirrel') is a huge down hill shot, this hole alone will bring you back for more! Plus the fact that your in a preserve surrounded by nature is sometimes mind numbing with tranquility! A huge thumbs up to the course designer on this GEM!
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