Location: Browns Summit, North Carolina Status: Open Haw River Nature Trail is one of the most scenic, albeit relatively short, disc golf courses I've played in North Carolina. Set above a beautiful lake and surrounded by rolling hills, the course offers outstanding views near the end of the round. Several holes overlook the water, while others climb or descend the steep terrain, making elevation one of the course's defining features. The course features mulch tee pads and informative tee signs, making navigation straightforward. The baskets are in good condition, although they have fewer than 24 chains, allowing some putts to pass through. The layout makes excellent use of the natural landscape rather than relying on artificial obstacles. This is not an easy course. The constant elevation changes, sloped fairways, and challenging basket placements demand good shot selection and solid footing. Hole 7 is particularly memorable, with the fairway running alongside a drop of rough...
Location: Lynchburg, Virginia Status: Open Humankind Disc Golf Course is a 9-hole course located on the grounds of the HumanKind campus in Lynchburg, Virginia. The course plays through a mixture of open and lightly wooded terrain, using rolling hills and natural elevation changes to create a layout that is approachable for beginners while still offering challenges for experienced players. Unlike many newer courses that emphasize distance, Humankind focuses on placement and accuracy. The layout is relatively short, making it suitable for quick rounds and newer players learning the game. At the same time, the terrain creates enough variety to keep repeat rounds interesting. One of the course's strengths is that it is generally maintained better than many small community courses in the region. Fairways are usually mowed, and the property remains playable throughout most of the year. Seasonal grass growth can occasionally affect playability, but maintenance concerns are generally le...