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4.1
316 Reviews (316)
5 Stars
151
4 Stars
114
3 Stars
35
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
83.4%
Recommend this course
287 out of 316 reviews
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4.3
4 Reviews (4)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.8
Layout
5.0
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
5.0
75.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 4 reviews
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3.9
16 Reviews (16)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.6
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
75.0%
Recommend this course
12 out of 16 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high praise for its challenging yet enjoyable design that draws golfers from across the country. Pro shop staff are notably welcoming and easy online tee time booking makes planning a round straightforward.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 71
Length 6432 yards
Slope 131
Rating 71.7

Formerly known as The Oaks at Tan-Tar-A Resort and Golf Club.

Designed by Bruce Devlin and Robert Von Hagge, this course features 18 holes of demanding approaches, challenging greens and well-placed hazards amid lakeside beauty. Includes several traps and water, taking golfers on a journey through the surrounding forests, hills and sparkling lake.

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Course Details

Year Built 1969
Fairways Zoysia Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season February - December
Architect Robert von Hagge (1969) Bruce Devlin (1969)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.1
316 Reviews (316)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 22
Bunkers 17
Water Hazards 17
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 16
A Weekend Splurge 14
Advanced Golfers 12
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 21
Worth the Drive 9
Near Local Attractions 8

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Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great for the price

This course is a challenge, with hardly a flat fairway or straight putt, but the grounds were in perfect condition. The greens were extremely fast and the tee boxes and fairways were nice. If you get this on a hot deal, it is hard to beat the bang for your buck. The staff are excellent and even load your clubs for you.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Worth the money

Nice and fair course, but need some course knowledge to score well.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fun but Challenging

The course is very fun to play, especially for the challenge. Fairways are tight so you have to be accurate. You also have to decide when to lay up and when to go for it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fantastic!

Course in great shape for spring golf. Love the topography of this course. You can’t play anything close to this in St. Louis for the money.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course was great but staff made the experience really great.

Beautiful fall day, people staffing the course were all friendly and helpful. Thanks to them. Course was in great shape. It was a wonderful time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Storm damage !

The course was in ok shape , they took a heck of a hit on some storm damage to trees ! They just really didn't have time to clean it up yet . So overall it was a good time.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great experience

The course was in great shape. My only “complaints” would be that the greens were very fluffy and abnormally slow! Also, it was a very hot day and we never saw a cart girl throughout the entire round. Other than that, it’s a scenic course that challenges you and forces you to hit good shots. I will definitely be back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Tan Tar

This was an extremely nice course to play. We followed 4 women and waited most holes but they move pretty well. Course was in awesome shape nice fairways and smooth greens. Id give it a 10 and I am considering playing it again before I go home.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyed the afternoon

Played with son and grandson beautiful day it’s avgre layout but reall just average condition staff was friendly and price was fine

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

WET - No Discount

This is a nice little course. Well maintained. Unfortunately, it rained buckets the day of our outing. We tried to cancel, but they would not let us. As far as we could tell there were only two foursomes on the course. It was cart path only which was to be expected. obviously conditions were terrible. Wish we could have re-booked for a different day. I'm sure the course plays well when it is not soaked.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

great elevated tees and water holes

My brother and I golfed 5 courses in the Osage Beach area and we agreed this was the best course. We golfed in late March and this was in the best condition. We truly enjoyed the elevated tee;s and the water holes were amazing. It was challenging , but not too difficult. A beautiful course and will golf it again on our next trip to Missouri. We came here from Wisconsin to get some spring golf in.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Spring Golf at the Ozarks -- MUST PLAY COURSE

I've been leading a group of HS golfers to the Lake area for 17 years. Each year we play the Oaks. Each year I come away thankful for and humbled by the experience.

For the time of year, it is always it great condition. March in the Midwest can reek havoc on superintendents and their crew. However, the staff at the Oaks always impress me.

Perry - a staple in the clubhouse - is so welcoming upon your arrival.

You need to check this course out when you are in the area. Bring your A-game or D-game. It will not matter. You will be challenged. Most of all, you will love the experience.

Looking forward to playing it again in a few months.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course!

Lots of elevation changes! Considering it was November course was in great shape!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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