There are a ton of golf courses at the Lake of the Ozarks to keep even the most avid golfer satisfied. Whether you live at the Lake or have a second home here, you most likely have an aspiration to hit the links. Isla Del Sol
Condominiums at the Lake of the Ozarks puts you in a private setting within short driving distance of some of the best golf at the Lake.
With courses designed by Arnold Palmer, Tom Weiskopf, Ken Kavanaugh, and Robert Trent Jones, Sr., there is a golf course to challenge every skill level. They offer all the amenities for expect from first-class facilities. Not only can you golf, but the courses offer outstanding Lake-Living recreation, attractions, shopping, and dining.
Bear Creek Valley Golf Club meanders through 250 acres of colorful Ozark forest, meadows and scenic valleys along “Little Bear Creek”. The course has zoysia fairways, subtle L93 bentgrass greens and multiple tee settings, which will insure an enjoyable, yet challenging, round of golf. The facilities include a casual restaurant and lounge, which opens daily at 7 a.m., as well as, a driving range, putting green, and pro shop. Bear Creek Valley, affordable golf, casual dining and a friendly atmosphere. Tee times are accepted up to 60 days in advance. Single and family memberships are available.
When Harold Koplar opened The Lodge of Four Seasons in 1964, he had a vision of offering the greatest resort in the mid-west. He knew that the greatest resort would require a golf course designed by one of the greatest golf architects. He hired the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr. to design The Lodge’s signature golf course. The Cove opened in 1973 and has challenged golfers of all skill levels ever since.
With 72 bunkers, rolling hills, and water coming into play on 9 of the holes, this par-71 course is anything but tame. The four sets of tees tip out at 6,553 yards, but start at 5,172 so players of all abilities can enjoy this classic design. In typical RTJ fashion, The Cove is a target golf course putting an emphasis on getting the ball in play off of the tee.
Every golfer will leave with a memory of hole 4, our signature par-3. Whether you tee it up from the red tees at 110 yards, or let it rip from the 230 yard blue tees, it’s all carry over The Lake’s famed “Witch’s Cove”. Breathtaking views of The Lake and a classic design leave golfers wanting another shot at this legendary golf course.
Any true golf resort should offer more than 18 holes. The Lodge realized this and opened The Ridge in 1991 to offer a true golf resort experience unparalleled in the mid-west. The Cove already offered a classic design to The Lodge’s guests. The goal of The Ridge was to offer a resort style course that all players could enjoy. Golf course architect Ken Kavanaugh more than succeeded with his brilliant use of the natural terrain.
Many golfers refer to the course’s altitude drops and generous landing areas as “player-friendly”. This par-72 course offers rolling hills, natural rock outcroppings, native wildflowers, and beautiful views of The Lake. With four sets of tees ranging from 4,617 to 6,447 yards, The Ridge offers a challenging layout for golfers of all skill levels.
Hole 6 will undoubtedly leave golfers scratching their heads, wondering what they could have done better. This long, narrow hole is often referred to as the hardest par-5 in Missouri. When it’s all said and done golfers leave The Ridge with a smile, remembering a course like no other in the mid-west.
Deer Chase offers a challenging track through the beautiful Auglaize River valley and surrounding hills. The course features Bermuda fairways overseeded for early spring green-up, multiple zoysia tees and the largest bentgrass green settings in the area. Golf facilities include a driving range, golf shop and practice and chipping greens. Also on the premises is the friendly Chase Tower Grill plus a clubhouse banquet facility with seating for 200. Tee times are accepted up to 30 days in advance. Deer Chase is open all year. Off-season and twilight rates available.
Set amid a backdrop of wooded areas, rolling hills and creeks, Eldon Country Club is sure to provide a pleasurable experience for golfers. Zoysia fairways and an upgraded bunker system, lead to accommodating greens. The exceptional layout offers four tee locations to challenge golfers of all skill levels. Course facilities include a driving range, video analysis by PGA professionals, pro shop, clubhouse and snack bar and swimming pool. The memorable experience offered by the Eldon Country Club course is enhanced by the friendly staff, who attend to every golfer's needs. Tee times can be made up to 7 days in advance. Golf season is year-round, weather permitting. Location To reach Eldon Country Club from the Lake of the Ozarks, go north on Hwy. 54. Take the first Eldon exit (Hwy. 52/Business Hwy. 54), toward Eldon. Go two miles; the first blacktop road to the left, Golf Course Road, leads to the course.
Hidden Lakes Course has been ranked by USA Today as one of the best nine-hole courses in the U.S. This championship course is situated inside the gates of the beautiful, newly renovated,
Tan-Tar-A Resort, Golf Club, Marina and Indoor Waterpark. The course features lush zoysia fairways and large bentgrass greens This course is a great place to spend the afternoon with your spouse or kids. Come and enjoy the best-kept secret at the Lake of the Ozarks. Hidden Lakes is open seasonally mid-April through mid-October. Tee times are preferred and can be reserved 60 days in advance. Walk-ons are always welcome. Golf packages are available. Golf carts are now allowed off cart paths! Hidden Lakes is approximately two miles off Hwy. 54 on State Rd. KK, just inside the main entrance to Tan-Tar-A.
The Oaks Course was designed by world renowned architects Bruce Devlin and Robert Von Hagge and is part of the beautiful
Tan-Tar-A Resort, Golf Club, Marina, and Water Park. This championship layout, carved out of the natural Ozark hills, places a premium on accurate shots and strategic course management. Its multiple tee boxes and beautiful Bermuda and Zoysia fairways make this championship course a unique and enjoyable experience for the expert as well as the novice. Its undulating Bentgrass greens, breathtaking elevation changes and scenic views of the Lake make this course a must play on your next visit to the Lake of the Ozarks. As host site of the 1994 PGA Club Pro Championship, The Oaks was host to the largest professional tournament of its kind and challenged some of the best club professionals in the country.
Its world class golf shop and professional staff have been recognized among the nation's finest, winning numerous awards and accolades. Facilities include a driving range, practice putting green, professional club fitting and instruction, locker rooms, restaurant and catering services to accommodate any size golf event. Tee times may be reserved 60 days in advance with a credit card. Don't miss playing a true classic on your next visit to the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks. The Oaks is on State Rd. KK, approximately two miles off Hwy. 54.
Indian Rock's bermuda fairways and tee boxes, and bentgrass greens cover 300-plus acres. Four tee boxes provide a choice of yardages. The course's signature #17 hole is a golfers' favorite - guarded at the back by a majestic outcrop of rocks and at the front by a deep clear-water lake. The pro shop features clothing, golf equipment and more. Golf lessons are available. Groups are welcome. Will specialize in making your group golf outing a memorable experience customized to every detail. Tee times are accepted up to 30 days in advance. To reach Indian Rock from Lake Ozark, take the Community Bridge to Hwy. 5 or take Hwy. 5 north from Camdenton.
Voted #1 course at the Lake, Lake Valley features an unusual balance of six par threes, six par fours and six par fives. The fairways are generous, but the large greens are slick and demanding, with considerable back-to-front slope. Lake Valley is a “Must Play” course providing a well-maintained, uniquely challenging course. On-site facilities include a practice putting green, driving range, tennis court, swimming pool, locker room, and bag storage. The Greenside Bar & Grill serves mouth watering sandwiches and cool refreshments daily. Call 573-346-7213 for information on banquet facilities. Tee times can be made 30 days in advance. Groups are welcome. Golf season is year-round, weather permitting. Twilight Rates Available. Lake Valley is two miles west of Camdenton, off Hwy. 54. After crossing the Niangua Bridge on Hwy. 54, take the first left (Lake Rd. 54-79). Follow signs to course.
Spectacular vistas, elevations and a championship layout meanders through the Ozark hills. Tom Weiskopf has designed another masterpiece in Old Kinderhook, turning the rolling topography, rock waterfalls and flowering trees into one of the Midwest's finest courses. Each hole captures a special aspect of the terrain and offers an experience to delight golfers of all skill levels.
Amenities include driving and practice ranges, two putting greens, short game and bunker practice area, clubhouse and pro shop, fine and casual dining, locker rooms, lounge, meeting rooms, swimming, tennis, and health and fitness area. Golf school and lessons also available. The Club at Old Kinderhook accepts tee times up to 30 days in advance for daily fee play. To reach the course, go west from Camdenton for three miles on Hwy. 54, then right on Lake Rd. 54-80, 1/2 mile to the gated entrance.
Osage National's original 18 holes, designed in 1992 by Arnold Palmer, feature 7,150 yards of zoysia fairways and bentgrass greens. An additional nine holes (3,559 yards) have been added to create three 18-hole combinations. The course is laid out on beautifully forested, rolling terrain and surrounded by lakes, creeks and the imposing bluffs of the Osage River. This tranquil setting provides the backdrop for a challenging, enjoyable golf experience. As the course motto suggests, this truly is "The Must Play Course at the Lake." This course has been host to The Michelob Skins game featuring Arnold Palmer, Tom Waton, Lee Trevino and Payne Stewart. It also hosted the National Club Pro Championship, many PGA Section events and many charity events.
Osage National features a 20,000 sq. ft.
clubhouse with 5,000 sq. ft. Tournament Room, a driving range, two large practice putting greens, and a full-service restaurant. Stay-and-Play condos are available; call the golf pro shop for details. Tee times are accepted 60 days in advance and may be made online at
www.osagenational.com . It is recommended that golfers call no less than 48 hours in advance.
Some of the Lake area's best bentgrass greens are highlights of this well-maintained, challenging course. Established in 1957, Rolling Hills features a park-like setting with mature Ozarks woodlands lining bermuda fairways. Hills and strategically-placed bunkers provide a varied and fun-to-play setting for all golfers. The member-owned course is conveniently close to the Lake, yet removed enough to ensure a tranquil golf experience. On site amenities include a driving range, pro shop, snack bar, lounge, banquet facilities and more. Golf lessons are available. Tee times can be made up to 90 days in advance. Golf season is year-round, weather permitting. Rolling Hills Country Club is northeast of Versailles on Highway 5, just one mile north of the junction of Highway 5 and Highway 52.
Sycamore Creek understands that you have many courses to choose from in the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks area, and will work hard every day to make sure Sycamore is one of your favorites!
When you are on the course you will immediately be able to tell that the staff has great attention to detail, and knows how to prepare the course so you have a wonderful golfing experience. The layout is such that you return back to the clubhouse after nine holes, where there is a snack bar with hotdogs, burgers and sandwiches along with the cold beverages of your choice.
Its facility offers a pro shop, chipping and putting greens and hitting nets to use with your irons. Tee times are accepted up to 30 days in advance and groups are always welcome. Golf season is year round, weather permitting, and golf carts are allowed in the fairways weather permitting. Call today to reserve your tee time, 573-348-9593.
There are plenty of golfing opportunities at the Lake of the Ozarks and we at
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