Elks Run Golf Club
About
Elks Run Golf Club in Batavia was designed by Greg Norman. It sprawls across 163 lush and secluded acres where golfers will be hard-pressed to find a home anywhere close to the course. Norman carefully utilized the natural terrain, incorporating the meandering creek on several holes and also adding a few holes that venture up the side of a hill. Thanks to the dramatic elevation changes, there are some tees where your ball seems to stay in the air forever. The first nine is more open with a traditional links-style layout that then leads to the more densely wooded back nine. In addition to the trees and other natural hazards, there is also an unusually thick first cut of rough as well as tall stands of native grasses.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 71 | 6845 yards | 73.0 | 136 |
| Blue | 71 | 6486 yards | 71.3 | 131 |
| Green | 71 | 6053 yards | 69.3 | 124 |
| White | 71 | 5674 yards | 67.6 | 120 |
| White (W) | 71 | 5674 yards | 72.9 | 125 |
| Yellow | 71 | 5331 yards | 66.0 | 117 |
| Yellow (W) | 71 | 5331 yards | 71.1 | 122 |
| Purple | 71 | 4310 yards |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 71.7/133 | 353 | 195 | 517 | 475 | 550 | 412 | 363 | 156 | 407 | 3428 | 366 | 410 | 154 | 388 | 430 | 539 | 445 | 228 | 457 | 3417 | 6845 |
| Blue M: 69.7/129 W: 76.2/144 | 335 | 175 | 508 | 460 | 535 | 387 | 335 | 136 | 379 | 3250 | 355 | 380 | 144 | 379 | 390 | 517 | 435 | 216 | 420 | 3236 | 6486 |
| Blue/Green M: 68.8/127 | 335 | 151 | 508 | 409 | 511 | 387 | 335 | 136 | 348 | 3120 | 355 | 374 | 144 | 346 | 390 | 517 | 409 | 199 | 369 | 3103 | 6223 |
| Green M: 68.4/126 W: 74.6/141 | 312 | 151 | 493 | 409 | 511 | 372 | 307 | 121 | 348 | 3024 | 333 | 374 | 136 | 346 | 372 | 491 | 409 | 199 | 369 | 3029 | 6053 |
| Green/Yellow M: 66.2/119 W: 72.0/130 | 312 | 125 | 493 | 366 | 511 | 344 | 307 | 121 | 307 | 2886 | 333 | 342 | 136 | 301 | 330 | 443 | 361 | 199 | 343 | 2788 | 5674 |
| Yellow M: 64.9/108 W: 69.5/122 | 256 | 125 | 434 | 366 | 432 | 344 | 267 | 96 | 307 | 2627 | 310 | 342 | 116 | 301 | 330 | 443 | 361 | 158 | 343 | 2704 | 5331 |
| Handicap | 17 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 2 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
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Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Ohio (2021 #20)
Reviews
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by Kruse8Chippin on 04/03/2026
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Photo submitted by Nn1k01MyzSWwc4dGyezp on 09/21/2025
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Photo submitted by Nn1k01MyzSWwc4dGyezp on 09/21/2025
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Photo submitted by Nn1k01MyzSWwc4dGyezp on 09/21/2025
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Photo submitted by Nn1k01MyzSWwc4dGyezp on 09/21/2025
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Photo submitted by u314162926463 on 06/26/2023
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Photo submitted by tab072261 on 10/16/2022
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Hole #8 Par 3 Photo submitted by u000007234262 on 09/04/2022
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Photo submitted by Z6mSmzZBwft5Fo9Tlwt5 on 07/26/2021
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Photo submitted by kdkky on 05/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u6994463 on 10/29/2020
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Photo submitted by u000004457726 on 08/24/2019
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Holes 8 & 9 Photo submitted by GreerGolf on 09/04/2016
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Elks Run 9th Tee, short but challenging with a view of what is to come. Photo submitted by msparke on 10/25/2012
Disappointing
I look forward to playing here but this year it’s in the worst condition I’ve ever seen it. Most of the tee boxes are dirt, the greens aren’t very smooth, and the fairways could use more water. I would expect a course in this condition if the cost was <$45 a round. Spend the extra $10-15 and go play stonelick instead.
Thanks for leaving us a review. If there's anything you think we could improve, please give us a call at (513) 732-0295. We hope to see you again soon!
Not great for the value
Played this course on a Saturday morning. Paid $65 dollars and not a single bunker was raked. I asked the employee in the pro shop how the course was, he didn’t mention that. The starter didn’t mention that, they didn’t give a discount because of it. A course that has the potential to be that nice (and for that price), should rake the bunkers. I played 3 other courses this weekend and this was by far the worst condition - yet the most expensive.
It has a unique layout and some scenic holes-and I had played here in April, but the conditions were not much better than when it had been rainy and cold in -April.
Thanks for leaving us a review, we appreciate your honesty. We're sorry to hear the conditions didn't quite meet your expectations. We're working hard to keep the course in top shape, and we hope you'll book another round with us soon to see the results of all our hard work firsthand!
Great all around
Great course, friendly staff and the GPS in the golf carts puts it over the top. Favorite course in the Cincinnati area.
Thanks for the great review, we hope you'll book another round with us soon!
Great Round
Great staff members and course was in good shape. The layout is nice.
We're glad you enjoyed your time at Elks Run, thanks for taking time to leave us a review! We hope to see you again soon.
Nice track
First time here and enjoyed the round. Though there was a fivesome in front of us, the pace was OK - took us 4.5 hours. The layout is nice and there are multiple tee boxes, so good for different player levels. GPS on the carts is nice too, plus coolers, which was perfect for a hot summer day like today. Have a nice practice area with grass and putting areas. My only complaint is with the greens - they could be cut lower or at least rolled for the weekend. People need to repair ball marks, but this is pretty typical for public golf unfortunately.
We appreciate you taking time to leave us a review, and we hope to see you again soon!
Better
Played this course last year was not great. Much improved today. Heather was cut down, balls were findable. Cute little blonde at the bar counter was nice. I'll play again on a hot deal. Still not a course worth $45 or $50. Alot of chunks of mowin grass in fairway and sand traps weren't great. Also, white tees were paired with green. I cant stand paired tee boxes. One should be infront of the other not in the same place.
Thanks for the great review, we're glad you enjoyed your time at the course. Be sure to book another round with us soon!
Thanks for the 5-star review!
Nice change of pace
Nice mix of challenging holes. Greens putted true, with few straight lines. Fairways are ample, but if you get off of them you may not find your ball,.
Great Layout
This course is a great layout and is in very good shape. They have 10 minute tee time increments so pace of play was great for a weekend. We finished in just over 4 hours.
We're glad to hear you enjoyed your time at Elks Run! Come see us again soon.
Greens are excellent!!
The best I’ve ever seen the GREENS they are outstanding!! The bunkers and rough could use a little work. Always enjoy playing here!!
Thanks for the 5-star review, GG! We look forward to seeing you again next time.
Nice course
Course was a little soggy but in great shape. I play it often and enjoy always. You must score on the front because the back nine gets tuff. The last three holes are a Very tuff finish !!
It's not how you start, it's how you finish! Thanks for coming out to Elks Run, we hope to see you again soon.
Elk Run
Staff was friendly and helpful being first time playing here. Course was in excellent shape and you could see it is well maintained.
We're glad to hear you enjoyed your time at Elks Run! Be sure to book another round with us soon.
Thanks for the 5-star review!
Solid Course in Cincy area
One of the better course in the Cincinnati area. Course was in great shape...tee boxes, fairways and greens were well manicured. GPS on the carts are a nice addition. Greens rolled a little slow today compared to previous trips, but that’s a little picky. Would highly recommend the course and it has great views and some challenging holes.
We appreciate you taking time to review us on Golf Advisor, Blake. Thanks for the five stars! Be sure to book another round at Elks Run soon.
Great layout & elevation changes
Course was in solid shape for this time of year, greens still recovering for aeration. Staff always friendly, gentlemen will load your bag onto the cart from your trunk when he sees you pull in. New GPS on the carts, great upgrade
Hi Andrew, we appreciate the 5-star review! Thanks for coming out to Elks Run, we hope to see you again soon.
We appreciate you leaving us a review, and we're sorry to hear you feel that way. We're working hard to keep the course in top condition, and we hope you'll book another round with us soon!