What is Talon Trails like?
Talon Trails is one of 75 PDGA-listed courses in Maine, and one of 1 in Presque Isle itself. The layout runs 18 holes to a par of 54 over 6,552 ft, averaging roughly 364 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
ThrowSpot rates the course moderately demanding overall, making it players who have their form mostly sorted. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on. Most groups finish in about 110 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Talon Trails?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
If you are not sure what matches your arm speed, the disc selector converts your throwing distance into a speed ceiling and specific mold recommendations. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
Talon Trails charges $5 to play. Pay-to-play courses are the minority in disc golf, and the fee usually reflects better maintenance, dedicated staff, or private land. Check the course signage or the local club for how payment is collected. Most park courses are open dawn to dusk; hours can change seasonally, so it is worth checking locally before a very early or late round.
Amenities at Talon Trails
Amenity information comes from PDGA course records and may not reflect recent changes. If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Other disc golf courses near Talon Trails
More disc golf near Presque Isle
Talon Trails is the only PDGA-listed course in Presque Isle, but Maine has 75 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Maine.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Talon Trails?
Talon Trails has 18 holes with a total par of 54. The course measures 6,552 ft, averaging about 364 feet per hole.
Is Talon Trails free to play?
No. Talon Trails charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Talon Trails good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on.
How long does it take to play Talon Trails?
About 110 minutes for a typical group on 18 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Talon Trails located?
Talon Trails is in Presque Isle, Maine, at coordinates 46.61554, -68.00844. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Talon Trails?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.