The Golf Club
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- 7,262yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1967
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Modern
History
The Golf Club in New Albany, Ohio — Pete Dye's breakthrough design from 1967 and among the first American courses to be recognized internationally — was the prototype for modern American course design. Dye abandoned the smooth parkland model to create a rugged, naturalistic course with rough sod-wall bunkers, irregular green contours, and strategic demands recalling classic Scottish design. The course represented a radical departure from its era and directly influenced Harbour Town, TPC Sawgrass, and virtually every Pete Dye design that followed. It remains private and revered by architects as one of the most influential courses of the 20th century.
Signature Hole
6th hole, par 4, 440 yards — a classic Dye design with a sod-wall bunker cutting into the fairway and a naturally contoured green
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Golf Club public or private?
The Golf Club is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed The Golf Club?
The Golf Club was designed by Pete Dye and opened in 1967.
Where does The Golf Club rank among the top golf courses in America?
The Golf Club ranks #78 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at The Golf Club?
The signature hole at The Golf Club is the 6th hole, par 4, 440 yards — a classic Dye design with a sod-wall bunker cutting into the fairway and a naturally contoured green.