About

The Fortress was inspired by classic Scottish golf courses, incorporating fescue-covered mounds and a liberal smattering of bunkers, 75 to be exact, around the large, sectioned greens. The expansive greens average 7,500 feet, providing golfers with some challenging putts. Patches of rough that are several inches thick and strategic mounding separate the winding fairways. The back nine holes are where the course really shines. It becomes especially interesting by the time you reach the par-4 13th hole, a dogleg left that is bordered by two large ponds. It is hard to decide which is worse: landing in one of the four bunkers or the deep gorse on the mounds behind the green, but both are better than losing your ball to the water. The signature hole of the golf course though is the 17th, known for its challenging island green. There is little room for error on the long, narrow green.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6813 yds
Rating 73.8
Slope 140
Type Public
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Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
GPS
Pull Carts
Caddies
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Bunker
Golf School Academy
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed

Food & Beverage

Restaurant
Year Built 1992
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 10/31
Architect(s) Dick Nugent (1992)

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Rating Index

4.8
4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 273 reviews
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  • Layout
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  • Friendliness
    4.9
  • Pace
    4.6
  • Amenities
    4.4
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Course Highlights
The Fortress delivers exceptional conditions with perfectly groomed fairways, true-rolling greens, and a uniquely designed layout where every hole presents a distinct challenge. Clean GPS-equipped carts, smooth pace of play, and outstanding staff make this a premier course worth visiting.
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