Featured Ohio Golf Destinations

Ohio is home to the largest Amish population in the world! in the village of Sugarcreek, it’s common to witness horse and buggies driven by Amish residents running parallel to the 9th hole at Willandale Golf Club. Auman Timbers, the area’s newest course, is situated on State Route 516, at the Gateway to Amish Country. This is an example of the routine merger of modern convenience and lasting tradition that takes place every day in tranquil Tuscarawas County.

Golf is one of many activities beckoning visitors to the confluence of past and present tucked away in eastern Ohio’s Tuscarawas County. Sprinkled among the hills and valleys are nine golf courses where players will relish unspoiled natural settings with panoramic views gently reaching toward the horizon.

Canton’s relationship with the Professional Football Hall of Fame and the men who are immortalized there has made it synonymous with excellence. But the celestial attraction often detracts from the other wonderful venues, historical sites and things to do in the medium-sized Midwestern city. While you’re in Canton, an examination of football’s past is a must, but don’t miss out on the best of the rest.

The seat of Stark County is known as the “Golf Capital of Ohio,” which is quite a claim considering the abundance of esteemed golf courses throughout the Buckeye State, and the contributions natives like Jack Nicklaus have made to the game. The highly-ranked Quarry Golf Club was carved from volatile natural terrain, and features 10-story cliffs, deep water lakes and shadowy woodlands. A local favorite, the Tam O’Shanter Golf Club was again voted the No. 1 place to play in Stark County. Other popular layouts include Wilkshire Golf Course and The Legends at Massillon.

Acclaimed and well-maintained, it’s not hard to fathom why Norwalk’s Eagle Creek Golf Club has come to be beloved by everyone who comes face-to-face with the course, whether it’s a frequent visitor or a traveling golfer just passing through.

The Brian Huntley-designed layout was recently rated as one of the top public courses in Ohio, garnering a “Best Places to Play” distinction and 4.5 out of 5 stars from Golf Digest. A big reason for that considerable achievement is the superb shape the course is consistently kept in. From the start of the Ohio golf season until the bitter end, the staff at Eagle Creek diligently works to ensure that the club’s reputation as having the best possible greens isn’t lost.

It’s no secret that Dublin has its share of admirers.

Ten U.S. cities have derived their name from the Irish capital, which  celebrated a millennium in 1988. At the same time Dublin, Ireland was marking 1,000 years, Dublin, Ohio was experiencing its first. To commemorate its inaugural year as a city, Ohio’s Dublin held its first-ever Irish Festival. The event has become a staple of the community, attracting thousands of revelers each year and generating an estimated $1.7 million in revenue.

This year’s festival, along with other annual events scattered about the city on the banks of the Scioto River, carried special importance – Dublin celebrated its Centennial in 2010.

The dozen or so golf courses that populate the region of Ohio known as Lake Erie Shores & Islands provide choices for golfers of all skill levels and budgets. Courses range from quick-play executive tracks to country club quality resort courses. You’ll find challenging layouts with captivating views and tremendous character, but the golf courses alone can’t take credit for making this area Ohio’s most visited destination. The fun and excitement continues long after your day on the links is done.

If you’re into seeking thrills and taking risks on the golf course you’ll absolutely love Sandusky’s Cedar Point. The 364-acre amusement park is the undisputed roller coaster capital of the world. Located on a slender peninsula extending into Lake Erie, Cedar Point has 17 different coasters and 58 other rides and has been voted “Best Amusement Park in the World” for twelve years in a row.

Travel to historic Trumbull County and experience an area with a storied past and a plentiful amount of outdoor recreational offerings. Golfers who seek to wander the county’s lush green fairways have more than 25 golf courses and in excess of 350 holes to discover. The area’s courses will serve as a challenge to the accomplished player and are sure to intrigue the relative newcomer.

You’re invited to explore some of the finest layouts in northeastern Ohio right in Trumbull County. The selections range from 9-hole executive-style courses to championship-caliber resort courses.