Ohio Golf Trail Brings a Hole Lot of Fun to Lake County, OH
Tee Off this Summer on the Ohio Golf Trail!
Make this summer a hole-in-one with a trip along the Ohio Golf Trail. Featuring over 180 public golf courses, Ohio offers unforgettable experiences for golfers of every skill level. Whether you're looking for friendly competition, hoping to discover a new favorite course, or seeking to watch a professional golf tournament, you'll find plenty of reasons to hit the greens in Ohio this season.
Northeast Ohio is the perfect destination for golf lovers, with scenic fairways throughout the region. As you embark on the Ohio Golf Trail, be sure to stop at these featured Lake County public golf courses to perfect your swing and create summer memories.
Local Courses Featured on the Ohio Golf Trail
1) Madison Country Club
Nestled along the shores of Lake Erie, Madison Country Club, is a 6,487-yard, par-72 course effortlessly contoured to provide a masterful golf experience in Northern Ohio. In appeal to golfers of all skills, they provide four sets of tees.
2) Little Mountain Country Club
7667 Hermitage Rd, Painesville, OH
This 18-hole, par-70 course is well known for its deep bunkers throughout the greenway. Although the bunkers are challenging, they are placed to provide a challenge for experienced golfers but there is still ample room for less advanced players.
3) Manakiki Golf Course
35501 Eddy Rd, Willoughby Hills, OH
Located 17 miles east of Cleveland, Manakiki Golf Course is an elegant public course. The Donald Ross design offers a variety of challenges including doglegs, water hazards, up-and-down shots, back-to-back par 5s, and two canyon holes.
4) Powderhorn Golf Course
At Powderhorn Golf Course, you’ll enjoy 18-holes of golf designed for golfers of various skill levels. This course offers a beautiful setting to focus on improving your swing. With multiple water hazards and sand traps, the course is a fun challenge for all.
Additional Local Favorites
5) Black Brook Golf Course & Practice Center
8900 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH
This beautiful 18-hole public course was opened in 1929 and has been owned and operated by the City of Mentor since 2005. In addition to the golf course, the practice center at Black Brook features grass tees, sand bunkers, and a variety of targets to help you improve your game.
6) Erie Shores Golf Course
Erie Shores is a beautiful 18-hole course designated as a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. The course features irrigated fairways, expanded ponds, and an outdoor driving range.
7) Hemlock Springs Golf Club
4654 Cork Cold Springs Rd, Geneva, OH
Hemlock Springs Golf Club is a par 72, 18-hole golf course nestled in the vineyards of the Grand River Valley. The course is 6,520 yards from the blue tees and provides a fair challenge for golfers of all abilities.
8) Pine Ridge Country Club
Pine Ridge Country Club is an 18-hole course located on plush parkland. The property is also home to a golf pro shop, a snack shop, and a beautiful clubhouse available for event rental.
9) Lost Nation Municipal Golf Course
38890 Hodgson Rd, Willoughby, OH
The Lost Nation Municipal Golf Course is a 6,500 yard, 18-hole facility with a driving range, pro shop, and snack bar. The front nine features newly remodeled par 5’s and par 3’s. The back nine features five holes with water challenges.
10)Green Ridge Golf Course
Green Ridge Golf Course is a 9-hole layout with a par 32. This course is perfect for beginners, seniors, or any golfer looking to master their short game skills.
11) Painesville Country Club
Nestled along the Grand River, the Painesville Country Club offers a 18-hole course that spans across 6,325 yards. With four sets of tees, this public golf course is one that everyone can enjoy.
Book Your Stay For A Weekend Getaway
In the heart of Ohio’s Grand River Valley, this property offers ten luxurious accommodations perfect for a weekend getaway. During your stay, explore miles of scenic trails and enjoy the charm of friendly farm animals that reside on the grounds!
With a stay at Holiday Inn Madison Express & Suites Madison, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Erie. Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms featuring free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with HD channels, work desks and coffeemakers.
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