The Honors Course
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- 7,144yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1983
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Modern
History
The Honors Course, Pete Dye's 1983 design in the Tennessee foothills outside Chattanooga, was specifically created to honor the traditions of amateur golf. The club hosts the NCAA Men's and Women's Golf Championships and emphasizes a pure golf experience built around the game's essentials. Dye designed the course through spectacular rolling terrain with dramatic elevation changes, mature hardwood forests, and significant water features. Its long par-4s and demanding finish — three consecutive challenging holes — have regularly produced memorable collegiate and amateur championships.
Signature Hole
16th hole, par 3, 178 yards — a dramatic downhill par-3 with the Tennessee foothills visible from the elevated tee
Notable Tournaments
- NCAA Men's Golf Championship (multiple years)
- NCAA Women's Golf Championship (multiple years)
- 2007 U.S. Amateur
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Honors Course public or private?
The Honors Course is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed The Honors Course?
The Honors Course was designed by Pete Dye and opened in 1983.
Where does The Honors Course rank among the top golf courses in America?
The Honors Course ranks #74 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 Honors Course?
The signature hole at The Honors Course is the 16th hole, par 3, 178 yards — a dramatic downhill par-3 with the Tennessee foothills visible from the elevated tee.