What is the course like?:
The course opened in 1993. This is a links-style course. The constant change in wind conditions makes this an adventure for all skill levels of golfer. There are young trees lining the fairways, and the numerous sand bunkers and mounds can give a good golfer fits. The firm greens are fast, undulating, and vary from medium to large in size. The round culminates with a 583-yard, par 5, requiring a tee shot into a narrow landing area with water along the right side, and then a second shot into a well-bunkered area. Junior rates are available on weekdays and after 2 PM on weekends. The men's and ladies' tees have slope and course ratings for both men and ladies. Paul Loague designed the course. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 51-60 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bent Grass
Fees are around $30 - $60.
Rating:
We rate this course 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Railside Golf Club:
120 W 19th St
60936 Gibson City, Illinois
Ford county.
Phone: 217-784-5000
Course description:
The course opened in 1993. This is a links-style course. The constant change in wind conditions makes this an adventure for all skill levels of golfer. There are young trees lining the fairways, and the numerous sand bunkers and mounds can give a good golfer fits. The firm greens are fast, undulating, and vary from medium to large in size. The round culminates with a 583-yard, par 5, requiring a tee shot into a narrow landing area with water along the right side, and then a second shot into a well-bunkered area. Junior rates are available on weekdays and after 2 PM on weekends. The men's and ladies' tees have slope and course ratings for both men and ladies. Paul Loague designed the course. This course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 51-60 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bent Grass
Fees are in the range $60 - $90.
Our rating:
We rate this course 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Railside Golf Club:
2500 76th St SW
49315 Byron Center, Michigan
Ford county.
Phone: 616-878-0202
What is the course like?:
The course was built in 1974. The signature hole is #4, a 465-yard, par 4, requiring golfers to hit two well-struck shots in order to reach the green in regulation. A water hazard (pond) comes into play on several holes. Larry Flatt redesigned the course in 1990. Green fees are good for an all-day play, but there are discounted twilight rates offered through the pro shop during the late afternoons. The course does accept all credit cards acceptAmerican Express for green fees, but it does accept MasterCard or Visa for cart rentals. A new clubhouse opened in 1997. Frank Hummel designed the course. This course has 18 holes. 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 opinion:
We rate this course 4 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Mariah Hills:
1800 Matt Down Rd
67801 Dodge City, Kansas
Ford county.
Phone: 316-225-8182
What is the course like?:
The course opened in 1916. This demanding course is excellent for all skill levels of golfer. The small greens are fast. The course's signature hole is #17, a 148-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot to a green framed by large trees. Donald Sechrest designed the back nine, which was added in 1982. Harry Robb designed the course. The course has 18 holes. The course includes waterhazards. And has 21-30 sandbunkers.
Grasses:
Green Grass: Bent Grass
Fairway Grass: Bermuda Grass
Fees range from $60 - $90.
Rating:
We rate this course 5 stars out of 5.
Contact information for Dodge City Country Club:
2000 Country Club Dr
67801 Dodge City, Kansas
Ford county.
Phone: 620-225-4242