Delaware Golf Club
About
Delaware Golf Club sprawls across rolling countryside that lends an idyllic and secluded setting. Donald Ross designed the original nine holes in 1922 and they were later joined by a second nine designed by Michael Hurzdan in 1998. The layout meanders through wooded valleys and ravines. The rolling fairways are fairly wide but they are lined with mature trees and bunkers heavily guard the small, undulating greens. There are also water hazards that come into play on a number of holes. Delaware Golf Club's second hole is notably challenging, it is arguably the toughest hole on the front nine. This par-4 requires not only accuracy in order to avoid the ravine on the left but also distance to carry the lake and remain in the angled fairway. Golfers will be faced with one of the most difficult putts on the golf course if their approach finds the wrong side of the green.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 71 | 6925 yards | 72.9 | 132 |
| Blue | 71 | 6434 yards | 70.3 | 130 |
| White | 71 | 5712 yards | 67.6 | 121 |
| Yellow | 71 | 5287 yards | 67.6 | 121 |
| Yellow (W) | 71 | 5287 yards | 65.1 | 117 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4862 yards | 67.4 | 122 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.3/135 | 352 | 440 | 448 | 532 | 223 | 614 | 350 | 196 | 382 | 3537 | 425 | 421 | 391 | 578 | 170 | 450 | 460 | 394 | 187 | 3476 | 7013 |
| Blue M: 70.9/132 W: 76.7/140 | 332 | 409 | 387 | 522 | 203 | 554 | 328 | 176 | 368 | 3279 | 396 | 410 | 354 | 543 | 163 | 440 | 440 | 325 | 176 | 3247 | 6526 |
| Blue/White M: 68.3/123 | 332 | 360 | 360 | 522 | 175 | 516 | 328 | 176 | 313 | 3082 | 396 | 344 | 335 | 502 | 163 | 418 | 310 | 325 | 114 | 2907 | 5989 |
| White M: 67.5/121 W: 73.1/132 | 292 | 360 | 360 | 486 | 175 | 516 | 295 | 140 | 313 | 2937 | 365 | 344 | 335 | 502 | 150 | 418 | 310 | 295 | 114 | 2833 | 5770 |
| Yellow M: 65.6/115 W: 71.1/128 | 290 | 351 | 338 | 478 | 156 | 485 | 276 | 132 | 301 | 2807 | 327 | 272 | 304 | 476 | 140 | 408 | 305 | 285 | 106 | 2623 | 5430 |
| Red M: 63.2/103 W: 67.6/115 | 254 | 327 | 303 | 446 | 126 | 444 | 266 | 101 | 233 | 2500 | 301 | 269 | 272 | 411 | 138 | 388 | 300 | 275 | 82 | 2436 | 4936 |
| Handicap | 16 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 11 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 16 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 17 |
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Photo submitted by qFkVcipptcmK29fQXrGS on 06/13/2024
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Photo submitted by Greg8630139 on 05/29/2023
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Driving range Photo submitted by amgolfblog on 11/07/2021
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Photo submitted by Bobbycart on 11/08/2020
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Hole 14 Photo submitted by GoBucksGolfer on 08/31/2020
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Photo submitted by Theoo21 on 09/12/2013
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Photo submitted by Theoo21 on 09/12/2013
This course is already in good shape
For playing March 11th, Deleware was already in good shape. unkers were raked and overall course was rather green for this time of year. Don't think we could of picked a course to play in better shape rite now.
New favorite course!
I can't believe I haven't played this Donald Ross (back 9) design since he is my favorite golf course designer. The other holes (roughly front 9) were designed by Hurdzan and Fuzzy Zoeller and they are excellent on their own, bit the real masterpiece are those by Ross. If you have ever played Pinehurst 1,2,3 or Scioto or Columbus CC you can see the design cues from each course, little movement of dirt using the tract as is. Small turtleback greens. Awesome use of the natural flow of the land. The course was also in pristine condition, though a little wet in the low spots. Check out Wikipedia and see the courses designed by Ross in Ohio, there are quite a few on GolfNow. Next year I am playing them all!!!
A very nice course in November
I have played quite a few courses in Oct. and Nov. this year and I have to say this is the best course I played in these two months.
The course was gorgeous with the autumn leaves turning bright orange and yellow. What a view within Columbus area and the attendant was superfriendly
Played this course for first time. The course was right next to HW 23 and even though it was early November, the course was well maintained and even though it is inevitable to see leaves on some fairways due to weather condition. The view was gorgeous and the each course was very challenging. Will definitely come back and special thanks for super friendly attendant.
very challenging course for all handicaps.
I would rate this course a 10 out of 10. The fairways and greens are in the top 10 public courses in ohio. The greens always roll true and are quick. It would be better if the people that play the course would fix there ball marks,but it still is good.
Justin does a great job .
Great greens
I love the lay out, the greens are very fast, and roll true. Three fairways had just been spiked and were muddy, but hey, you have to do it some time in the fall. Very nice course.
Course is well kept, challenging and enjoyaqble.
Really enjoyed the variety in the course with slopes, long and short fairways, scenery and condition of the greens. Some fairways were close to homes which makes a novice nervous. Enjoyed the course for my first visit.
Lightning fast greens.
This course is very challenging and is in pristine condition,Have played there lots of times and would again in a heartbeat.
This course has great greens
This was the first time I had played this course and it exceeded my expectations. Course was in great shape. It is challenging course with lots of hills. Greens were speedy with lots of breaks and slopes. They rolled very true and were a lot of fun to putt on. You do not see greens like these around the Columbus area. Great course and look forward to playing it again.
Plays well, too many pokey Joes on the course
I've played the course a number of times and it is a challenge on several holes. Problem is too many pokey Joes out there. A number let me play through as a courtesy but some are just stodgey and take forever to play one hole. It would help if a ranger helped move them along.
Challenging holes and great scenery
Best course I have played all year. Very nice from the putting green to the actual course. Challenging as well without feeling like its unfair
One of the best courses around!
Always amazed by the pristine condition of the course for the money. Hands down one of the best courses in central ohio. Would play it 7 days a week!!
Course in great shape.
Weather was great and the course was in pristine condition. The pace of play was good. We took my cousin who is from Cleveland and never saw the course and he was very impressed with the course.
Nice Course. Slow Play
I played this course about 5 years ago and thought the condition of the original course was not that good when it was private. Played it again this weekend and the original 9 was in much better condition and the greens were very nice and well kept along with the nice tight fairways. Bunkers were well kept. I see many course around Columbus where the bunkers are neglected on some very nice courses.
The downside was I can't remember the last time I played a round the lasted over 5 hours, to be exact it was 5:20. Very slow pace of play, no ranger in site to keep things moving. No reason for this and it may be a while before I consider going back.
Great private course that is opened up to the public.
I loved this course although some of the holes are very challenging. The fairways are fantastic and the rest of the course is well maintained. I would definitely recommend this course if you can get a good deal if you are looking for a great challenging course.
This course has great features
Course was good condition and very nice course.
I like this course.
Fun, challenging layout, great condition
Really fun, challenging course. Excellent condition, some of the best greens I've seen in a while. Good mix of holes, definite difference in feel between the front and Ross back nine. I especially like the par 5's. 11th hole a bear from the back tees. I'll definitely play again. Great value for the money.
Good Bang for your Buck!
For those golfers that have not played Delaware Golf Club in years, now might be a good time to tee it up. I rate courses based on Bang for your Buck and Delaware offers Good Value!
The course was in good condition, greens were excellent - rolled true and held shots. Played from the tips and enjoyed the layout. Good design blend of old and new (Donald Ross/Hurdzan). Country club experience without the membership dues. I will be teeing it up here again!