Ambassador at Hickory Valley GC
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3.4
805 Reviews (805)
5 Stars
242
4 Stars
354
3 Stars
116
2 Stars
58
1 Stars
35
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.5
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.1
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.4
66.1%
Recommend this course
665 out of 805 reviews
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3.4
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.6
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.6
66.7%
Recommend this course
6 out of 9 reviews
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3.1
82 Reviews (82)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
13
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.1
Layout
3.7
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.0
53.7%
Recommend this course
44 out of 82 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6369 yards
Slope 119
Rating 70.8

Hickory Valley Golf Club boasts two 18-hole, regulation-length courses, named the Ambassador and the Presidential. The Ambassador Course is the shorter of the two at 6,450 yards but it still offers a fair test. The classic layout is routed through towering hardwoods forests that stretch to over 70 feet high. The tall hickory trees loom over the fairways. The small greens are sloped back to front, presenting a challenge for even the most seasoned players. Water hazards come into play on several holes and there are a few tricky doglegs to contend with. The bunkering is minimal but the abundant trees will be enough to keep you on your toes. The golf course has some challenging holes but it's not overly punishing for the high handicapper.

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Course Details

Year Built 1968
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Indoor Practice Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.4
805 Reviews (805)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Watching the Game 9
Patio Dining 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 40
Narrow Fairways 38
Bunkers 32
This course/club is great for:
Locals 40
Advanced Golfers 31
Playing Multiple Courses 30
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 45
In the 'Burbs 34
Convenient to the City 7

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

The price is right and well maintained

Today was a great day to play golf. Used golf now got a great deal. The course was in great condition, staff was very nice and courteous . I would recommend hickory valley to anyone looking for a great challenge .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Golf now deal

I booked this last minute on golf now. Great price. The course was in excellent condition. Greens were fast. Would go back again soon

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

hickory valley ambassador

What a great course to play. The greens are splendid. Quick and soft.. ball stops on a dime. Fairways are plush and well maintained.. very enjoyable to play. Highly recommended. .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

nice hole variety

the course was in very good condition. the course favors a ball flight with a fade so if you draw the ball it can be challenging. final 3 holes will determine the winner of a match if you are playing with friends.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 50
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Enjoyable Experience

Course was in good shape tee to green. Played in under 3 hrs. Staff (I talked with several staff members around the course) was very friendly and the course showed how well they do their work. Great GOLFNOW Hot Deal. I normally play from Sr tees but was able to score well from the whites. Knowing the doglegs next time will help. Only minor negative, water buckets and port o john were on front 9 only.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good experience. First time here.

The course was in very good shape and offered some challenging holes throughout. I felt this was a great value and would definitely play here again, probably soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Thursday Afternoon

I played the Presidential for the first time. I normally play from the whites but the guy I pared up with preferred the blues which worked out well.
The Hot Deal price can't be beat. The course was wide open and in beautiful condition. A lot of dog legs and not much change in elevation. Bunkers strategically placed and some water comes into play a little closer then you think.
Pack a lunch because the snack shop on No 10 was closed?

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Nice Course

Course was in good shape and enjoyable to play. We played the Presidential course which is a bit more challenging then it's partner, the Ambassador course. Have played both courses numerous times and can say that they are both worth playing.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice condition, fast play

greens were in excellent condition and had a true roll. older course layout with greens sloping back to front. need to kit to spots on some holes to avoid going through fairways on doglegs. good course for players of all levels. low price with Golfnow Hotdeal.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Patricia and I continue to return here

The right length for senior blended with challenging par threes and fives.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 110
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

nice little course

havent played here for a couple years. pleasantly surprised at the conditions. greens were in decent condition... The mature trees make each hiole unique.... I look forward to playing therrte again soon.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Ambassador to Golf

Course is named appropriately, it is a course that makes paying golf very enjoyable and keeps you coming back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Hickory Valley Ambassador

Course in good condition as always, except the greens were very slow. Friendly and efficient staff

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

You need to know your shot lines

It is hard to play this course by yourself for the first time, as is any course. When I first played the course I came away with the feeling I like the course and would play it again. Some free advice.
#2 Target drive
#5 Stay left !
#6 Stay right water on the left.
#9 Lay up water in front.
#10 same as #9
#11 need a low 2nd shot to the green Tree trouble in front.
GOOD LUCK HAVE FUN!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

One if my top courses in the area. It's not only in great shape but also challenging!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Well worth the money!!!!

I played this course for the first time and I must say a definite upgrade from its sister course. Course layout was good, holes challenging but scoreable, and overall in very good shape. The one issue is that there is water through the whole course and no markers for distance to the water. It was a guessing game for the entire round. I'm not complaining. I paid $15 to play this course and would have paid more of I new what it had in store.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Very tight course

Although the layout is interesting, the course is very tight and narrow. If you are a mid to long hitter, be prepared to hit less than driver on most holes (I only hit 3 drivers). The course is difficult to play without prior knowledge due to severe doglegs and trees blocking second shots. Most of the tee boxes and all of the fairways were in great condition. However, all of the greens had excessive number of ball marks and were extremely slow. Don't let the practice putting green fool you, the actual greens are probably 2-3 feet slower and extremely soft. The bunkers here are also extremely soft (my ball embedded completely and I could barely see it). Holes 1 and 16 were my favorite and their practice greens and driving range was nice (irons only). Staff was also friendly and helpful.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

A MUST PLAY

Drove over an hour to get to the course and was glad I did! The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The course is beautiful. Well maintained and landscaped. It seems they take care of all the little things that most courses have forgotten about. Great layout to the course beer and food prices were very reasonable . Wish I lived closer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course to play

Great course to play if your up for a challenge. Slot of sand on this course so bring your wedge game.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Hickory Valley presidential

I have played it several times per year for many years, and it is fairly constant relative to the conditions. The white tees at 6300yd is plenty for most, as the back tees adds another 400yds which combined with the layout is too much except for perhaps a single capper. There are many holes that are tree lined, and the tree trimmer guy has not visited this course in quite some time. In other words, hit it perfectly straight or deal with the trees. There are a few forced carries over water, bunker, etc. that will add to the challenge. The course cummulatively starts to wear on your game by the end, so it does not always leave you walking off the 18th with a happy face. The greens are usually pretty good meaning that good putts have a good chance to go in. This course will test your game, and it is worth the challenge.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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