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Lighthouse DGC

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lukedpt
Silver level trusted reviewer
Experience: 24.3 years 72 played 51 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Update in progress, still needs some work

Reviewed: Played on:Dec 2, 2022 Played the course:once

Pros:

-DGA Mach Xs in good condition
-Good use of available space
-Good use of elevation
-Can see the future improvements will make this a great course, but they aren't finished yet
-Concrete tee pads on the front 9
-Multiple pin positions on most holes
-Lots of parking
-Good mix of open and wooded holes

Cons:

-Disposable tee signs that only have hole number and no distance or map are falling apart
-Back 9 don't have concrete tee pads yet, but it is obvious that is coming soon
-The short and long baskets don't have any visible difference from a distance, nor do they have the hole number on them
-I played just after a thaw following some snow and the ground melting, but even then the mud was really bad and the drainage on quite a few holes was really bad. Likely to be part of the improvements, but noteworthy.
-Some of the distances between the basket and next tee are almost ridiculous. One was almost a 1/4 mile and I wouldn't have found it if it wasn't for udisc. Better signage is a must

Other Thoughts:

Looking forward and anticipating future improvements, this course will be very good. It's current limitations are due to the fact it is currently under construction, so by the end of summer 2023 this rating will likely no longer be relevant. Regardless, I really enjoyed playing this course, especially the back 9. The front 9 was mostly open fields asking for hyzers, but the woods in the back 9 demanded shot shaping and precision. If I come through town again, I'll likely stop by to play again to see how this course has grown!
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aphilso1
Gold level trusted reviewer
Experience: 6.5 years 52 played 49 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Fun, but could use some maintenance 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Sep 22, 2018 Played the course:once

Pros:

Really good use of elevation changes. The course was empty when I played, so it was a nice peaceful walk in the woods. Has some really pretty scenery overlooking the lake. Creative pin placements that not only demand you be in the circle to have a good look, but sometimes even the correct side of the circle.

Cons:

Maintenance is fairly poor. Many holes have no defined fairway, and those that did have one were overgrown. The exception is a few holes that share space with jogging trails, which were recently mowed. Dirt teepads are poorly marked and difficult to find.

Other Thoughts:

A lot of holes finish hard right, which makes me guess that this course was designed by someone that throws RHFH or LHBH. Most holes have ample opportunities to lose a disc so I would not recommend taking beginners here.
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sbehrens
Experience: 3 played
3.00 star(s)

Unfulfilled Potential 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 3, 2017 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

This course really tests so many different skills. Each basket is a different challenge.

Cons:

I concur with the previous review that the course has unfulfilled potential. I've heard this course is maintained by volunteers, not the city. If so, its remarkable the course is as developed as it is.

Still... a few permanent fixtures (signage, firm pads, full 18) could boost its reputation.
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Gravy
Experience: 15 played
2.50 star(s)

Decent course 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Aug 6, 2017 Played the course:once

Pros:

-Good variety of holes
-Multiple basket locations
-Some nice views

Cons:

-Dirt tees which are often not marked
-Difficult to navigate without a map, unintuitive layout
-Not very well maintained, lots of trash, and easy to roll an ankle on the terrain

Other Thoughts:

Lots of unfulfilled potential
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mndiscg
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Experience: 15.8 years 480 played 478 reviews
1.50 star(s)

Potential Here 2+ years

Reviewed: Played on:Dec 1, 2014 Played the course:once

Pros:

+Nice terrain and nice park at Lake Cunningham. It has more hills and trees than most places in Eastern NE.
+The remaining baskets are nice.
+Some elevation
+What is left is a decent course design. It has variety and decent fun factor.

Cons:

-The course isn't maintained and feels neglected.
-No actual tees and the ones that are there are kind of hard to find.
-Only 8 baskets left
-Long grass eats discs even with good throws
-Ticks, mosquitoes, noxious weeds

Other Thoughts:

+I played on a nice day in early December. If there was a time to play, I would recommend this late fall date. The growth wasn't bad but you could see the residual effects of the summer's growth and I wouldn't play here in the summer at all.
+Even in December, this course isn't really worth playing. Hummel and Seymour Smith are much better courses.
+This course has potential and it would be nice to relieve SS of some pressure. It took way too long to get through the course there.
+It is hard to rate a course accurately when in such disrepair. A simple monthly mowing would make a world of difference. You can't just drop some baskets in a grassy area and call it a disc golf course. There is a little bit of maintenance involved.
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Burd
Experience: 12 played 9 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Cunningham DGC review 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 14, 2011 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

Course has some fun throws through trees and elevation changes but is best to play early spring or late fall when growth is minimal.

Cons:

Not a maintained disc golf course for the most part. A lot of long grass that is home to many ticks. Very easy to lose a disc in the longer grass. This course lately has been picked apart and some of the baskets are missing. Most people play this course once and don't go back. The hard-working folks in the OMDGA have been trying lately to maintain the park a little better to draw attention from the more popular Seymour Smith course about 10 miles away.
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Nathan Stahl
Experience: 11.7 years 18 played 12 reviews
0.50 star(s)

Very disappointing 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Nov 27, 2012 Played the course:once

Pros:

Great use of terrain.
Next tee box markers present to help guide play.

Cons:

ONLY 8 HOLES!!
Nothing is kept up. The 8 playable holes have little to no fairway with underbrush ready to grab every throw. Even trying to throw and play the arch you will get to hunt for your disk in the brush and a hunt it is. Tee box locations are marked with a 24 inch post, but that is it. No actual tee box is present to throw from. Out of the 8 present holes there is one trash can. You can tell by the trash in the weeds that they need more locations to place your trash, or place signs to remind players, "Carry in, Carry out".

Other Thoughts:

I cannot believe that anyone would rate this a 4 disk course. It seems as though since the course was constructed it has been left go and returning back to nature. I took the course map from this site and hoped that all 18 holes where playable. Did I say it has ONLY 8 HOLES! I walked all 18 holes from the map and the remaining holes have all returned to their original wild state like they never existed.
I wanted this course to be good after others referenced other local courses (Seymour Smith) and saying it has potential to be better than them. Everything has potential to be better, but WOW this is a huge dream to get this course even close. Unless 18 holes show up and get some tender loving care, I will not be seen on this course again.
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dselimovic
Experience: 567 played 1 reviews
4.00 star(s)

2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Mar 8, 2012 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

-Great scenic views from around the park (of the Lake, forest, sunset).
-Great elevation changes.
-Each hole has a unique challenge.
-With some work, it could easily eclipse Seymour Smith.

Cons:

-Due to the lack of up-keeping the grass and weeds surrounding the holes is easy to lose your disc in.
-The tees are not permanent, mainly covered in mud if it's not dry.
-The markings aren't clear on all the holes, first timers are usually confused.
-The back 9 has been deemed unplayable

Other Thoughts:

I play this course regularly. I highly recommend it to folks who live in Omaha and want to play quicker games, or just play an awesome course.
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BalataGrande
Experience: 12.8 years 10 played 4 reviews
2.00 star(s)

Course is a mess..... 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Sep 14, 2011 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

Very challenging, each shot needs precision or you may well lose a disc. Good use of elevation changes.

Cons:

Very overgrown grass, weeds, brush make a huge penalty for slightly off line shots. Only 8 holes playable. You'll spend alot of time looking for your disc, even if its a good shot. Dirt tee boxes and lack of marking the boxes make it difficult to know where to tee off from.

Other Thoughts:

I've heard that the remaining 10 holes will be put in by next year and I look forward to that. If they'd do some maintenance on this course, it would be very solid. As it stands right now, the only reason I will come back is because it's 3 minutes from my house, but I'll still drive to any of the other courses in the area first.
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Sl33pwalkn187
Experience: 19.9 years 5 played 4 reviews
2.00 star(s)

TREES 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 9, 2010 Played the course:once

Pros:

Another course to play in Nebraska. located north off 72nd and hwy 680, lake Cunningham could be a lot better.

Cons:

TREES TREES TREES TREES
GRASS GRASS GRASS

Other Thoughts:

screw disc golf at this course.... bring a pole and go fishing.
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c0ntagion
Experience: 13.9 years 9 played 7 reviews
1.50 star(s)

Not well kept... 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jun 20, 2010 Played the course:once

Pros:

Not very busy, in a beautiful area.

Cons:

Not well kept, in a very wooded area, not good for beginners, muddy, easy to lose discs. Hard to find the next tee or hole. Beware because the tees are made of dirt, not concrete, so you'll get dirty if it's rained at all recently.

Other Thoughts:

This course is a mess. Someone needs to take a giant lawnmower to it more than once a year. We weren't even able to play the back 9 because it was so muddy here. Still, I managed to have fun because it was more of a scavenger hunt than anything.
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StephenMehling
Experience: 1 played
1.00 star(s)

Who Laid This Out? 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Apr 3, 2010 Played the course:2-4 times

Pros:

It's real close to my home so I'd love to help design this with somebody that's actually played the game.

Cons:

I've played in Mpls. for 20 years and I've never seen tees so far from the baskets, the baskets right behind trees and markers non-existant or poorly marked. What's the A, B, C thing about anyway?

Other Thoughts:

How do we get the attention of the city to fix this course? 18 PCV pipes to plant the baskets, 18 posts for the tees and a post-hole digger and I'm in!
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Uncle Tox
Experience: 25.8 years 5 played 1 reviews
4.00 star(s)

Tough but good 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 15, 2009 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

If you want to be challenged this is a course for you. Lots of trees with very good elevation changes. The scenery is awesome too. Some of the holes look over the lake and at sunset its really cool.

Cons:

It has dirt tees so footing can be an issue. If your not at least a novice player this course is not for you. The fairways can get very small with very very tall grass and LOTS of trees. Theres a lot of blind shots so a spoter is a good idea. If you have not played here before it can be very difficult to find the back 10 holes they stretch for about 2 and half miles( or it seems).

Other Thoughts:

Be prepared to lose a disc if you dont have an accurate throw but just pay attention and you'll be fine.
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Hector Chain
Diamond level trusted reviewer
Experience: 15.8 years 222 played 189 reviews
1.50 star(s)

Bring your machete 2+ years

Reviewed: Updated: Played on:Jul 13, 2009 Played the course:5+ times

Pros:

In a lot of ways, this course is the anti-Seymour Smith (another course in Omaha). It's empty and feels secluded, so you get a peaceful game of disc golf. It has some pretty big elevation changes. And it can be very challenging. The A tees are not very long when the pins are in the short position, but supposedly the B-to-long configuration can be over 10,000 feet. That is crazy. The views here can be really nice, especially from 2, 9, and 10. And the back 9 give you a nature-y feel you won't find on many other courses. I typically see deer here around sunset.

Cons:

Where to start? There are no tee pads, just dirt where the grass has worn away. On most holes there is a post indicating where to tee off from, but I can't find it for 7A and 13A. Some of the B tees are overgrown and no longer playable, especially on the back 9. I believe this place is mowed by volunteers, so the fairways can be hit or miss in the summer. Playing without a spotter can be risky. The grass is 2-3 feet tall. Several holes (like #4) had absurdly small windows to throw through with all the trees, and you probably need a tomahawk/thumber to play some holes (although I like throwing those). Oh, and there are bugs. I've found ticks, so bring bug spray and wash carefully afterward.

Other Thoughts:

The holes that are mowed are fun to play, and finding your disc isn't too much of an issue. On the other ones, it can be a lesson in frustration. And if you throw into the heavy growth off the beaten path, good luck. I only learned to navigate this place by coming with someone else who knew their way around. The flow of the course is not obvious, so don't come without a map. In spite of all the negatives, I should emphasize that it is great to have a course in Omaha where you don't have to play through a group of 8 people (or any groups at all). This course re-opened a few months ago, so we'll see if it gets busier. I'm hoping it is more playable in the fall/winter when the vegetation dies, because this course has some real potential.

UPDATE 2011: Only the first 8 holes are in. The others were removed for a re-design that won't be complete until next summer. The course is playable (I make a 9th hole out of playing from #8 back to the basket for #3), but the rough is very rough. Until the re-design is complete, I can't give this more than 1.5 stars.
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XDrew
Bronze level trusted reviewer
Experience: 17.8 years 273 played 16 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Safari golf 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 2, 2009 Played the course:once

Pros:

I love elevation change, and this course has lots of it. It occupies a beautiful piece of land that feels very Nebraska. Sunset on the lake was gorgeous. There are some shotmaking challenges and length challenges. The ruggedness of the course sometimes adds to the fun. I give it a 3, because even with all its faults, it could be a great course--and it's an adventure compared to the mowed-grass, park courses we see so much of.

Cons:

Once you begin, there is very little indication that you are on a golf course at all. "Links" may be a euphemism for "no fairway." The dense underbrush of grass, bushes, and short trees certainly define this course, both in playability and golf skills required. All you really need is a high anny, hyzer, or overhand to get you over whatever obstacle's in front of you and float for some distance. Then you'll spend 2-10 minutes looking for your disc, which (if placed well or poorly) certainly landed out of view. Then approach with a shorter over-the-top shot, and make a putt. Even if you've played this course 20 times, playing without a spotter will require a solid few hours of battling bugs and brush. I played the B tees. I couldn't see the pin from the tee in 14 cases. Some tees were so surrounded by branches that no golf shot was possible. I just had to find an opening and hope. Some tees were missing entirely. The only way I completed this course was the map I printed (linked from DGCR). It took 2:15 hrs, only because of good throws and a non-playing spotter.

Other Thoughts:

If you love safari golf and the Nebraska wilderness, PRINT THE MAP, and tackle this baby. Until they clear out some serious vegetation, I won't be back.
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CBENSON2643
Experience: 1 played
2.50 star(s)

"Ticked" Off 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 5, 2009 Played the course:once

Pros:

Nice scenery, beautiful area, fun course,

Cons:

hard to find the beginning and each of the next holes, low maintenance, prepare to walk through tall grass and trees looking for discs

Other Thoughts:

We played the first three holes and left after finding 60+ ticks combined on our family (5 people). Not a pleasant experience cleaning all the ticks off. Can't speak to the quality of the last 15 holes.
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djmcgaffey
Experience: 19.4 years 16 played 5 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Fun Course that needs updated 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:May 21, 2009 Played the course:once

Pros:

The challenge for me is a pro. Lots of trees and elevation changes make this a fun course to play.

Cons:

Not real well kept up. The tees are hard to find on some holes and due to overgrowth of smal trees, the baskets are hard to find as well.

Other Thoughts:

This is a good course that with a bit of TLC could be an excellent course.
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