What is the course like?:
The course was built in 1988. This course was designed to be relaxing and fair with no hidden hazards. However, there are five water hazards that can come into play on nine holes. The signature hole is #10, a 451-yard, par 4, requiring a shot to a large green fronted by a scenic creek and large cottonwood tree. Tony Price designed the course. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 11-20 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Winter Rye
Fees are in the range $30 - $60.
Our rating:
This course gets 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Saint Albans Golf Club:
3833 N Ridge Rd NW
43001 Alexandria, Kentucky
Licking county.
Phone: 740-924-8885
Course description:
The course opened in 1970. This course has narrow fairways and fast greens. The signature hole is #7, a 130-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot over water to a green with a sand bunker protecting the right side. All the greens are well bunkered, and Lake Darling and Lake L'Homme Dieu border the course. This course has restricted play for the public, and the head professional suggests that you call in advance before coming out to the club. Gerry Pirkl & Donald Brauer designed the course. The course includes waterhazards. And has 31-40 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bluegrass
Fees are in the range $60 - $90.
Our rating:
We give this course 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Alexandria Golf Club:
County Rd 42 N
56308 Alexandria, Kentucky
Douglas county.
Phone: 320-763-3605
Course description:
Oakwing Golf Course features a championship, 18-hole links style course designed by architect Jim Lipe. Part of the Audubon Golf Trail, Oakwing opened in 2002. This 7,043-yard course plays around England Air Force Base, through Louisiana bayous and lakes. The rolling, tree lined fairways play to large, undulating greens. There are five sets of tees on this course, and added to the classic risk-reward layout, Oakwing will prove challenging for all skill levels. For additional informtion call (318) 561-0260 or visit the club online at www.audubontrail.com.
Contact information for Oakwing Golf Club:
2345 Vandenburg Dr
71303 Alexandria, Kentucky
Rapides county.
Phone: 318-561-0260
What is the course like?:
The course opened in 1962. This course has many scenic views. There is a view from the clubhouse of the entire back nine. There are plenty of trees that can affect your shots. The ladies' par is actually 75. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 1-10 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Winter Rye
Fees are around $30 - $60.
Rating:
This course gets 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for A. J. Jolly Golf Course:
5350 S US Hwy 27
41001 Alexandria, Kentucky
Campbell county.
Phone: 606-635-2106
How is the course?:
The course opened in 1970. This course is short, but demanding. The fairways are lined with trees, and numerous well-positioned sand bunkers have been incorporated into the course design. The greens are very fast, and the fairways are narrow. Twilight discounts are only available on weekdays. Arrowwood Golf Club has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 11-20 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bent Grass
Fees range from $30 - $60.
Rating:
We rate this course 3 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Arrowwood Golf Club:
2100 Arrowwood Ln
56308 Alexandria, Kentucky
Douglas county.
Phone: 320-762-8337
How is the course?:
The course was built in 1954. This course is very picturesque and challenging with numerous mature trees and sections of the Potomac River bordering some holes. The course features tree-lined fairways. The signature hole is #9, a 228-yard, par 3, requiring a long, accurate tee shot to a green framed by out-of-bounds stakes. Water hazards come into play on a few holes. George Cobb redesigned this course in 1959, followed by Ed Ault in 1989. The 6,278-yard men's tee also has a ladies' course rating of 76.8 and a slope of 134. Tee times are only reserved for weekdays. This club will only reciprocate with other private clubs in the local area. Leonard Macomber designed the course. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 21-30 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bermuda Grass
Fees are in the range $30 - $60.
Our rating:
We give this course 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Belle Haven Country Club:
6023 Fort Hunt Rd
22307 Alexandria, Kentucky
Fairfax county.
Phone: 703-329-2441
How is the course?:
North of Columbus, Ohio, The Legends at Locust Lane opened for play in June 2001. Designed by Ray Graves, this 18-hole par 72 links-style track plays from 5,400 to 7,048 yards. The rolling fairways are generally open, and the slow, undulating greens vary in size and shape. The course's finishing hole (#18) is lauded as the second largest par 5 in Ohio, measuring a whopping 633 yards from tee to green. Twilight discounts are available. For additional information call (614) 855-8532.
Contact information for Legends at Locust Lane, The:
1345 Watkins Rd
43001 Alexandria, Kentucky
Licking county.
Phone: 614-855-8532
How is the course?:
The course opened in 1900. This old traditional course is short, tight, and somewhat demanding. The greens are small, and the fairways are narrow. The terrain is rolling, so expect some uneven lies in the fairways. Water hazards come into play on at least seven different occasions. There are additional tees that can be used when playing an eighteen hole round. James Foulis designed the course. The course includes waterhazards. And has 1-10 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bent Grass
Contact information for Geneva Golf Club:
4187 Geneva Golf Club Dr
56308 Alexandria, Kentucky
Kane county.
Phone: 320-762-7089
What is the course like?:
The course opened in 1964. This flat course is great for walking and easy to play. Water hazards (four lakes and a stream) come into play on over half the holes.
Jack Kidwell designed the course. The course includes waterhazards. And has 11-20 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bluegrass
Fees are in the range $30 - $60.
Our rating:
This course gets 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Willow Run Golf Course:
State Route 310 & State Route 161
43062 Alexandria, Kentucky
Franklin county.
Phone: 740-927-1932
What is the course like?:
The course was built in 1965. This course was built on gently rolling hills, so you can expect some uneven lies. In addition, there are a few oak trees that can alter your shots. The greens are very fast, and the fairways are narrow. The signature hole is #9, a 439-yard, par 5, featuring a double dogleg fairway that demands shot accuracy not length. The course has 9 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 1-10 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bluegrass
Fees are around $30 - $60.
Our opinion:
We give this course 5 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Lake Miltona Golf Club:
3868 Co Rd. 5 NE
56308 Alexandria, Kentucky
Douglas county.
Phone: 320-852-7000