SOUTH HILLS COUNTRY CLUB

The rolling terrain of western Pennsylvania creates natural drama here, where elevation changes of 100 feet force you to think three-dimensionally on every approach shot. Donald Ross's 1920s routing takes full advantage of these hillsides, particularly on the downhill par-4 13th that tempts aggressive lines over mature oaks toward a green that seems to hang in mid-air. Members rave about the firm, fast conditions that reward precision over power—a refreshing throwback in an era of resort-soft private clubs.