Airport Golf Course
Near Columbus's city center, this course has 18 holes and a par of 70. The slope rating is 114. It has mature trees, challenging water hazards and historic aircraft placed on the course courtesy of the Port of Columbus International Airport. If you plan to visit often, consider a membership pass. It lets you golf anytime for an entire year. This course has practice greens and offers lessons.
Airport Golf Course
900 N. Hamilton Road
Columbus, Ohio 43219
(614)645-3127
columbuscitygolfcourses.com
Chapel Hill Golf Course
Barry Serafin designed this 18-hole course. It has almost 190 acres of fairway, with a challenging slope rating of 125. This course was built on land that formerly belonged to Mount Vernon Bible College. The clubhouse was created from a converted chapel and sells both golf supplies and souvenirs. Par is 72 and some holes feature wooded surroundings. There are seven water hazards. Golf carts are available but not required.
Chapel Hill Golf Course
7516 Johnstown Road
Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050
(740) 393-3999
chapelhillgolfcourse.com
Green Acres Golf Course
This excellent beginner course, located in Marion, Ohio, has a low par of just 60 for 18 holes. The total length is just 3,746 yards. While it is walkable, a golf cart is included with your green fees. There are only two water hazards and rough areas are minimal. If you'd like to work on any aspect of your game, you can take advantage of lessons, which are offered regularly for both youth and adults. You can book an individual or group sessions in blocks of 30 or 60 minutes. Leagues meet every Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
Green Acres Golf Course
3594 Gooding Road
Marion, Ohio 43302
(740) 387-6114
greenacresgolf.com
Whetstone Golf Club
If you like older style courses, you may really enjoy this one. It was built in 1971 and still retains its original 18-hole layout. The fairway is made up of rolling hills and flat ground and contains six water hazards. In addition to the 18-hole, par-72 course, this club has a practice range, a pro shop and meeting facilities for groups up to 250. You can play seven days a week with or without a golf cart. Seniors over 55 get a discounted rate on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Whetstone Golf Club
5211 Marion - Mt. Gilead Road
Caledonia, Ohio 43314
(740) 389-4343
whetstonegolf.com
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Based in Washington, D.C., Kate Evelyn has been writing professionally since 2000. Her articles have appeared in numerous publications, including "Elle" magazine, "Brass|CU" magazine and the "Credit Union Times." She holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Western Maryland College.
