What is Isothermal Community College like?
Isothermal Community College is one of 279 PDGA-listed courses in North Carolina, and one of 1 in Forest City itself. It plays 9 holes, par 27, across 3,141 ft — an average of about 349 feet a hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is wooded — tight tree-lined fairways, which puts the emphasis on accuracy over raw distance. Tunnel shots and gaps define the lines here, so controlled mid-ranges and fairway drivers matter more than a big arm.
ThrowSpot rates the course forgiving overall, making it a good first course or a relaxed round. Shorter holes and open landing zones mean errant throws are usually recoverable, which is exactly what a newer player needs. Most groups finish in about 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Isothermal Community College?
For a course like this, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers the majority of shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.
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
Isothermal Community College 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 Isothermal Community College
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 If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.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 Isothermal Community College
More disc golf near Forest City
Isothermal Community College is the only PDGA-listed course in Forest City, but North Carolina has 279 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in North Carolina.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Isothermal Community College?
Isothermal Community College has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,141 ft, averaging about 349 feet per hole.
Is Isothermal Community College free to play?
No. Isothermal Community College charges $5 to play. Check course signage or the local club for how the fee is collected.
Is Isothermal Community College good for beginners?
Yes. It is rated beginner difficulty, with tight tree-lined fairways and forgiving landing zones, which makes it a reasonable first course.
How long does it take to play Isothermal Community College?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Isothermal Community College located?
Isothermal Community College is in Forest City, North Carolina, at coordinates 35.33779, -81.91370. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Isothermal Community College?
For this layout, a putter and one or two mid-ranges covers most shots. Leave the high-speed drivers in the car. There is rarely room to use them, and a controlled mid-range will out-score a driver you cannot place.