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Little Axe DGC

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Rezora46
Experience: 23 played 9 reviews
4.00 star(s)

great for beginners 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 13, 2018 Played the course:once

Pros:

easy to follow. well kept. fun

Cons:

short.

Other Thoughts:

really good for beginners. trying to get my gf into disc golf and we've played a few courses together this is her favorite so far because she can reach the baskets in 1 to 2 throws. it also has enough trees that she has to learn to throw from awkward positions which is a good training. not great for DG pros but still a really good course.
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MikeK
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 28.8 years 330 played 128 reviews
1.50 star(s)

Overrated in Oklahoma 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 19, 2016 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

+concrete tee pads
+two tee pads on each hole
+creek comes into play on 2 & 9

Cons:

-flat
-boring
-overrated, could possibly be the most overrated course in Oklahoma
-bad case of the "straights", there are no turns on these fairways at all, every shot is straight

Other Thoughts:

I can not believe this course is almost averaging three discs here at DGCR. Do not make the mistake of playing this course if you are on the way to Mekusukey, there is no comparison between those two courses. If you like the same straight shot over and over you'll love Little Axe.
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tkmcdougal
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 16.1 years 196 played 96 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Little Axe 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Feb 27, 2016 Played the course:once

Pros:

Little Axe was a short, fun little course that is worth the stop if you are in the area. The course is a 9 holer but you can play it is an 18 with the shorts and the longs. The longs are directly behind the shorts so they are pretty easy to find except for hole 1. The long on hole one is across the parking lot on the hill. If you play the shorts every hole is aceable which is always exciting. The designer makes good use of the small amount of land they were provided by incorporating as many trees as possible. Also, I really liked the stair bridges that you can walk on to hop the barbed wire fence to retrieve a disc if need be.

Cons:

I don't feel this course can be rated higher than a 3 due to the course being so short. Most of the holes do not offer a challenge as there are limited trees. This is not a knock on the designer but the course didn't have a wow factor to warrant a higher score.

Other Thoughts:

Little Axe is a fun course to play if you are in the area. The longs definitely add a challenge that the shorts do not offer. If you play the shorts expect a lot of ace runs and birdies.
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JDunagan
Experience: 4 played 4 reviews
3.50 star(s)

Short Game Appropriate 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 21, 2014 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Concrete tee pads...long and short. The community looks like it cares a lot about appearance. Very clean. Several holes were Challenging, makes you throw it straight!! It has a pretty good flow, pretty easy to navigate.
Good for beginners

Cons:

Not the course to work on your long game
Poor signage

Other Thoughts:

Great location.
Always have a great time here...still looking for that ACE!!!
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CincySlim
Experience: 27 played 2 reviews
3.00 star(s)

The Little Course That Could 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 14, 2014 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Very well maintained - the local club does a great job!
Concrete pads, with longer alternates (also concrete).
Nearly every hole (9) is aceable.
Lots of activities; weekly tourneys and night golf on Wednesdays
Baskets are in decent, well maintained condition.

Cons:

Only nine holes and they're relatively short.

Other Thoughts:

Great place to practice your short game yet challenging enough to not be boring. A very neat (as in tidy) course where finesse is king.
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rd.bittle
Silver level trusted reviewer
Premium Member
Experience: 13.5 years 66 played 47 reviews
3.50 star(s)

You Better Bring Your Line Shaping Mids 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Jan 9, 2013 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Great concrete tees
Tees were marked well
Good baskets
Well defined fairways (mostly tight)
Decent risk/reward
Great to work on your midrange game
Great use of the trees and boundaries
Work on your line shaping
Multiple tees change lines as well as length
Easy logical navigation
Great to take newbies/family to
Good for beginners to intermediate/advanced
Newbies will love the length
Advanced will love the chance to improve their midrange game and ace chances
#1's basket is perfect to practice putting on before the round
Not crowded
Quick rounds
Where you might need to cross an OB fence there are easy access bridges
Good solid benches
Trashcans abound
Very well kept
Bridges are in great shape and solid
Plenty of parking
Bathroom (port-a-john)

Cons:

Tee signs mostly just had hole #
A couple had distance also
Some holes played close (No big deal to me)
Could get crowded during a tourny
The new dirt in some spots will get muddy after a rain
Short (NBD to me)
Not many cons this course has a little for everybody

Other Thoughts:

This course is definately worth a trip from Norman or anywhere close by. This is one of the best midrange courses I have been to. You can leave the drivers in the car and give your mids/putters a great workout. Very fun little 9 hole course. Play both tees for a few more holes. If you live in the area you should definately play this course every so often. Play a quick round or two then go to the longer/more difficult courses to round out your day. Not the most challenging course but worth the time.

My "disc rating" is based heavily on fun factor, and this course has plenty, then I adjust up or down for amenities.

PM me and let me know how I can be "more helpful" or just how to improve my reviews.
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MiketheGoalie
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 17.1 years 84 played 43 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Straight Shooter 2+ years

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Sep 26, 2020 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Immaculate course with plenty of amenities not found in the little out-of-the-way courses in this area. Grounds are well kept, the course is clean and maintained. Nice sized concrete tee pads for 85% of the holes (all short tees have a pad, all but one or two of the longs). Benches and trash cans abound as does plenty of shade. Baskets are in great shape (#1 is missing the inner chains). Even small footbridges to get over some barbed wire fence along the edge of the property. Plenty of bridges over drainage areas/creek and while signage is intermittent, it's extremely easy to navigate. Course sign next to tee box #2 has a faded course map if you need it for reference. It's not too far from Norman/South OKC/Moore and wasn't busy at the time of my rounds. Most shots are controlled, tight, straight or short turning lines through obvious gaps between mature trees. The pics on the site show late winter foliage. When it's filled in, there are much tighter constraints on lines. Plenty of opportunities to work on your release point and mid-range power vs. accuracy game. No real water hazards to speak of except for a small creek that is a little deep and stagnant (no risk of the disk being whisked away.

****UPDATE: Some of the pins have been shifted slightly to more protected locations, adding a touch more difficulty.

Cons:

Definitely lacks in the distance and elevation department. Flat as a board from all the short tees and a little bit of elevation comes into play on 3 of the longs. Even the long holes aren't very long; typically 15-20 more with a slightly different angle or gap approach. Two of the long pads are somewhat nutty, but in a fairly logical way. #1's long tee is up by the outfield fence corner of the ballfield to the north. This turns a routine mid-range straight shot into a blind anny. The proximity of the parking lot would also be troublesome on this shot. #2's long tee is actually on the east side of the parking lot, up on the shoulder of the road. This turns a controlled tunnel shot about 20 feet from the tee into a controlled tunnel shot about 100 feet from the tee with a downhill elevation change. Playing over a 4-deep parking lot, downhill, into a tight window seems risky if there are any cars in the area. Since that's right where the majority of the shade exists in the parking lot, the chance of not playing near somebody's car is pretty slim. A little standing water in a low area around #2's short tee, but nothing that would really affect play. Most of the soil is a sandy clay that dusts up your disc a little, but there's so little of it compared to the well-groomed grass that it isn't much of an issue. The creek is in play on only two holes and is deceptively sneaky on 9.

There is little shot variety as you'll be pulling the same disc out over and over.

Other Thoughts:

Locals were friendly and the course offered some fairly fun albeit typical short shots. Switching to the long tees for the second round ramped up the challenge a bit although the primary culprit was close tee pad obstructions rather than different distances or lines. Really nice course for Ams and Recs to work on their mid-range control and you'll likely get a chance to work on your get-out-of-jail shot at least once in an 18-hole round.

This doesn't rank up there in difficulty, but I give it half a disc for being well-maintained and maximizing the available space.
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jblough
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 14.9 years 85 played 82 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Little Course in Little Axe! 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 31, 2011 Played the course:once

Pros:

- Nice little course not too far from Norman and the Oklahoma City metro area
- I first wanted to call this a pitch-and-putt course, but it's actually a little too wooded to call it that. Despite the short lengths on a lot of the holes, the throws are pretty tight through fairways lined with trees.
- Course flow is intuitive and wraps around in a circular pattern, kind of like spokes in a wheel. Not easy to get lost here!
- Great course for beginners, and experts will be enticed by abundant ace opportunities.
- Very nice local players (see my "other thoughts" section)
- Hole #9 sort of has a water hazard in play (small drainage creek). Although it was completely dried up when I played here in late July.
- Nice dual teepads and signage. The baskets are actually custom made in the area, but you wouldn't tell by quickly glancing at them! All in all, the course is well-cared for.

Cons:

- Very short holes that, despite some tight tree-lined fairways, are not very challenging. Only one hole breaks the 200ft. mark
- Lots of fairway crossing between holes. I forget which holes in particular cross each other, but once you play, you'll see what I mean. Watch for players throwing on other holes!
- Shots are pretty repetitive. Seems like each is a straight shot, and dogleg hyzers/anhyzers are pretty much non-existent. You could probably get by with a buzzz here and do very well. There's also little variety in elevation or terrain (this is Oklahoma, after all).
- Only 9 holes

Other Thoughts:

I was fortunate enough to run into two locals when I arrived at this course. They graciously invited me to play a round with them, and I enjoyed talking about disc golf techniques, as well as the disc golf playing scene in the area. Apparently this quaint little 9-hole course is the site of a lot of tournaments and tag rounds. If all of the locals are as nice as these two gentlemen were, I wouldn't mind playing here more often if I lived in the area.

As far as courses go, it looks like Norman has a bunch of excellent courses around the University of Oklahoma. However, if you're looking for a quick round of nine and want to chase some aces, this course is for you.
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DCushman
Experience: 19.5 years 1 played 1 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Great Course for Beginners 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 17, 2010 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Nice short course played with a friend who had never been to a course before. Even though she had never played a course before she ended up with +6 on the first round and +5 on the second round. Needless to say, it was a great introduction for her and the hook was set. We immediately went to Norman and she picked up her own discs.

Cons:

Holes 2 and 3 run very close to a barbed wire fenced pasture on the left side of the fairways. When we played the winds were 20-30 mph and gusty. Only one disc went a few feet into the pasture, but we were concerned that we'd lose a disc on those holes. Not a real issue on calm days.

Other Thoughts:

Great little course that would be perfect for beginners who don't have super long throws. There are enough trees and obstacles to make you think and plan ahead, but not enough to make it a frustrating challenge. Will definitely play this course often when I'm near.
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Pizza God
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Premium Member
Experience: 36 years 1678 played 553 reviews
2.50 star(s)

Pleasantly Surprised 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 14, 2010 Played the course:once

Pros:

Tee posts for every hole
Tee Boxes on every hole
Longer tee boxes on most of the holes
well shaded.
Benches on nearly every hole (that I noticed)

Cons:

Short course.
Long boxes are not marked and only cement on about 1/2 of them.

Other Thoughts:

I would play here again.

That is saying quite a bit. For a short course, it was really fun playing. the course looked GREAT (it had just been mowed) and the shade was much needed on a hot day.

I started by playing the longs, but was unable to figure out the 1st two quickly and I was running out of time, so I just played the regular short 9 holes.

The course is very easy to follow and flows pretty good.

If, and when I play out there again, I will play the longs for a more challenging round. (I nearly aced 2 holes from the shorts)
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okiebullgod
Experience: 14.9 years 90 played 14 reviews
4.50 star(s)

Superb Pitch Putt 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 10, 2009 Played the course:once

Pros:

This place is manicured! The whole park looks like it was cleared and then sod put down. The fairways aren't just mowed, it's like a lawn. Great baskets. Very clean and cute. Easily played with a putter.

Cons:

It is a pitch putt course. Bring an approach disc and a putter. Only one hole appears to be longer than 200'. That has got to be the only negative. If you are in the area and want to work on your short game, I'd come to this course.

Other Thoughts:

Get your Buzz, Leopard, Roc, and or Aviar ready and go putt around this course.
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DG_Wizard
Bronze level trusted reviewer
Experience: 18.1 years 20 played 20 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Short and Sweet 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 7, 2009 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

This course is one of the best taken care of that I've ever seen. We are talking emaculate for a disc golf course. Concrete tee pads, signs, alternate long tees, bridges, benches, etc. The designers and local club members have utilized every square inch of land and then some (even the parking lot is used on some alternate tees)! They are still working to pour tee pads and make it better. The park is very scenic and well taken care of.

Cons:

This course is very short and relatively flat. This is only because the park in which it is located isn't very big or diverse in elevation changes. I would love to see what this club could do with more land.

Other Thoughts:

It is very easy to score well here. I would not hesitate to take children or newcomers to this course to get them hooked!
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DGtourist
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Experience: 20.9 years 188 played 103 reviews
2.00 star(s)

A Friendly Place 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 18, 2009 Played the course:once

Pros:

When I arrived at Little Axe I was greeted by two locals who introduced themselves as the vice president and some other post of the local club. I got the feeling that they are there all the time and for that reason have been able to spruce up this quaint little piece of land to the point that there is no trash to be found anywhere. Even a gum wrapper wouldn't get past these guys. They have built multiple tee boxes, benches and bridges. There is no doubt in my mind that they have maximized to the n-th degree every usable square inch at this otherwise too small piece of land.

The ace runs are tantalizing. I even heard a chain-out in the brief amount of time I spent here. Aside from being small the land is good for disc golf in that it is woodsy with well defined fairways and landing areas and a small creek. The course has one of the most friendly vibes I have encountered in my disc golf travels. I would not be afraid to have my daughter tag along with me here.

Cons:

The land available for the course is too small here, I would not use this course for working on round play or for fine tuning the all around game. This course is great for making runs and sinking the birds, which sometimes is what the doctor ordered. Hole number four, if memory serves me correct, is tight and close to a trespassing out of bounds that have you to hop a fence to get your plastic back.

Other Thoughts:

I recommend Little Axe for beginners and ace seekers. It's a shame that the local club does not have more land to work with because they deserve it. This place is very well taken care of.
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Heathen
Experience: 18.9 years 196 played 13 reviews
3.50 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Apr 19, 2009 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

This is a great little short course. A place to shoot for aces and practice your short game. There are enough obstacles to check your accuracy and to provide some opportunity to change up your throws on a few holes. A great place to throw a friendly relaxing game, to introduce the game to someone, or to bring the kids.

I give a little extra on the rating for this course for its amenities. Easy to follow, holes well marked, paths, benches everywhere, concrete tees, and multiple tees. They've put some effort into this course and it shows.

Cons:

It's not a course for those looking for a serious game or a real challenge.

It can get a little spongey after a rain in places, but not too bad.

Other Thoughts:

I love this little course. I play it often when I'm in Oklahoma. It's great for short game practice and there's LOTS of ace runs. (Not that I've hit any yet)
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Roc1Time
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 22.7 years 131 played 115 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Hidden Wonder 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Jul 7, 2008 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Fun little coure that is well taken care of. I played here years ago before the club and it was nothing great. Now the club cleans, manicures, and has done concrete pads except three holes. Along with bridges for the little stream, they have rakes out there too which is good because you cant see the bottom of the creek. Fun course, you can play very fast and its never busy. Alt tees make for good back 9, but still is a shorty. It is pretty righty friendly but there are some anny lines mixed in.

Cons:

Short course, lots of poison ivy during that time of the year. Tee signs are something that could be better. Some pads dont have signs and when they do, its just a number. Not too hard to follow though. Climbing over the fence(barb wire) can get tough at times if you throw over the fence.

Other Thoughts:

Good beginner course and fun for ace runs and for playing tons of golf in a short time!
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notrpmp
Experience: 23.6 years 194 played 11 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Suprising 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Feb 7, 2009 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Can play a round in about 20 minutes with noone around. Nice layout for being small, has 9 alt. tee boxes they are 2 short of having all 18 boxes concrete. Each time you pass over the little creek there is a bridge, wish some bigger courses in tulsa took care of the pars as well as this one is kept. there are 2 rakes by the creek in case you throw it in they stay out there all the time it seems. there are also brooms to sweep off the tee boxes on many of the holes. I played with an older lady and her family she apperently is the one that runs the mini's there on wednesday nights. They are very proud of their little course and it shows. Plays in and around a lot of trees for such a little area but they are placed where it doesnt feel crowded, First pro tee is behind the parking lot towards the street by the lightpole, AM tee is second lightpole at the south end of the lot and the regular tee is plainly visable. Hole 9 pro tee is painted on sidewalk by the ticket booth near the baseball field outfield.

Cons:

Too short for my liking but the pro tees are a nice challenge. First hole is marked #2 and so on but there are 9 holes.

Other Thoughts:

If you are taking I-40 into okc or norman i suggest stopping here dont waste your time going to shawnee, for some reason this little one has a lot of charm.
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gravedigger
Experience: 15.8 years 55 played 40 reviews
1.50 star(s)

1st Timers 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 17, 2008 Played the course:never

Pros:

If there was ever a place to hit an ace, or score really, really well, it's here. Good flow. Nice area.

Cons:

Every hole is short.

Other Thoughts:

If you've got kids or elderlies with you and want to have a fun round, go here, but don't expect any challenges. It is by far the easiest course I've ever played.
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