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Cantril, IA

Waubonsie Trails

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knobby325
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Experience: 8.9 years 325 played 248 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Decent small town course

Reviewed: Played on:Oct 21, 2022 Played the course:once

Pros:

-Decent Baskets
-Good signage
-Quick Play
-Cool tee markers, matching basket tops
-Nice finish with small covered bridge in play

Cons:

-First hole does seem out of place, pond on right, deep fall off into trees left.
-Grass tees
-Walking trail in play on #1, #3, and #9
-Cantrill not close to much
-Took a minute to find the driveway off the state highway (IA 2)

Other Thoughts:

Waubonsie Trails Park hosts a decent DGC along the north end of Cantril, IA. Cantril is a town of just over 200 where, I guess, the big attraction is the Dutchman's Store (I did not partake). Access to the course is off a small driveway off the state highway and NOT from in town where the campground is located (they share the park, but the DGC is on the east end). I agree with past reviewers in that the first hole doesn't fit the rest of the course. It is an elevated tee throwing at a slight angle over the levee that makes the pond. Pond is to the right, a steep fall off into trees is on the left. It is also, by far, the longest hole at 420'. The rest of the course winds through the park with several ace opportunities. The transition from #4 basket to #4 tee is a bit strange as the #3 and #4 tees are right next to each other. #6 and #7 fairways do cross, but in this remote area, you probably won't find any others to contend with. #9 is a picturesque shot with a small covered bridge in play. The mechanics here are good, good signage, decent baskets. There are even matching tee markers and basket tops (See pic for Hole #1). #1 was a little harrowing and I took it easy to stay on the levee. The rest was a lovely, if not short, course. Nice little bag. I would play again, if in the area.
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tonken
Experience: 10 years 52 played 7 reviews
2.50 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Jul 2, 2014 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Located off the walking trails, very nice scenery as the course opens up. Short course and can be played very quickly. For beginners it's a good course to work on approach shots. For more advanced players it doesn't have much distance.

Cons:

Signage was more than adequate but could have been easier on the eyes. A couple of the tee pads needed some repairs. Part of the course can be pretty soggy at times.

Other Thoughts:

I live about 20 minutes from here so I will be visiting several more times. My wife can spend hours in the Dutchman store so I can at least keep my sanity by playing a few rounds!
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