Ohio University Golf Course

The rolling hills of southeastern Ohio create natural amphitheaters around elevated greens that demand precise approach shots, while mature hardwoods frame narrow landing areas that punish wayward drives. This Robert Trent Jones Sr. design exploits every contour of Appalachian foothills terrain, with the signature par-3 16th playing dramatically downhill to a green guarded by a stone-lined creek. University courses often sacrifice character for maintenance budgets, but this gem proves that thoughtful routing and bold green complexes can elevate even the most modest facilities.