Cumberland Lake Golf Course

I liked the layout of the course. talking to some locals the owner has really poured his heart into the course to revive a dying course. I didn't get to see it prior to his ownership but I did see quite a few staff out there working hard to prepare the course for the upcoming season. The greens were in good condition but a little slow this day. There is so much acreage around the course!! Will come back for sure

From the moment I stepped on the pedal of the cart and heard the engine sputter and smelled the familiar smells of a gas golf cart, I was reminded that this is the kind of golf course I learned to play the game on as a kid. Hardcore golfers will likely look down their noses at a course like Cumberland, but it does not try to be anything that it isn't. It is an honest, rural track that is on the rebound after an ownership change and is doing the most with what resources it has. If you're seeking manicured fairways and greens, go up the road to Limestone Springs. But, if you want to bring a kid out to introduce them to the game or just play with some buddies that maybe don't play a lot, this is a good spot. In fairness, the course is much better in the summer when it's greener. Yet, the fairways and greens were perfectly acceptable for this time of year. The new regime has figured out how to mow the lines more appropriately since the last time I played here, so that is a plus. There was little to no rough with everything being dormant. The new staff has done a nice job cleaning up overgrowth and clearing debris, particularly on the 8th tee box. That looked good. The bunkers were rough on the front nine, but were much better on the back. Usually these types of rural courses are just "blast away" off the tee, but there are some strategic par 4s, notably the seventh. The 150-yard stake looks really close from the tee box, but it is much further than it looks. Plan at least a 200-yard shot to get past the pine tree on the left side, which opens up the green for the approach. The 12th is another fun hole. The hole is short, and plays downhill. The fairway doesn't appear to be very wide, but there is plenty of room, especially down the right side, so swing away. The 18th is a fantastic finishing hole. Great risk/reward opportunity. The fairway encircles from right to left around Cumberland Lake. Better players can go just to the right of the large pine that borders the green, but requires a 230-yard carry. It is a well-designed hole for good players because if you play conservatively out to the right toward the 150 marker, it may actually be a more difficult shot to pull off than being aggressive off the tee. The driving range is a bit of a disappointment. Small targets the size of a kiddie pool sit in the middle of the lake with flags. Not the best setup for warming up. Staff was very friendly and got me off early. Despite garnering only a fair rating, I wouldn't hesitate recommending this course to someone who is new to the game, or someone who likes to play in a relaxed atmosphere. Not long on scenic or shot value, but this course is an excellent value play on the bank account.

First time playing on this course - great golf course and amazing staff. I would and I am recommending this golf course to any beginner as well as advanced golfer. Looking forward to returning.

course was dry. Needed rain . But was fun!!!!

I enjoyed the Club Championship. This was first time to play here since the new ownership, and already the greens are in great shape. I new hope for Cumberland Lake.

Great layout play well

Will be returning

Need to move pro shop back downstairs

First few holes were not in the best of shape but the further I went the better it got. Back 9 is much better than the front. It was not bad but nothing special. Would play again if I just wanted to go hit the ball around again.

Greens were very fast and the course was pretty tight off the T box. Overall not a bad course

Will never play this course again. Greens terrible, fairways had weeds and bald spots all over was like hiring or of ruff on the fairway, tee boxes were awful. Worst course I've played at.

Went to play a nice 18 holes. The temperature & weather were a little eerie with storms coming in. The course was average, the Greens were pretty with Fairways needing some work. Friendly staff, lost some balls but overall had a good round.

RUN from this course until its improved by the new people. It was a total mess! The greens were horrible, along with the ruff that was actually in the middle of the fairway. I guess they have stopped cutting any grass. Hopefully, they will be able to improve it this year. I used to like this course.

Had a great time with the family in excellent weather conditions! Enjoyed the day!!!

A GolfNow Hot Deal made this outing a very good deal. Generous gouge from senior tees was much appreciated. Water carries are eliminated for Seniors on all but 2 holes. Cumberland Lake is a mountain course so you are often penalized heavily if you miss it too far left or right. The greens are rolling better than I have ever seen them at this course. The rye grass used for the winter over-seeding does not have a lot of grain and the ball rolls pretty true.