Michael Hurdzan

Olde Stonewall Golf Club

Ellwood City, PA

Designed by Michael Hurdzan, this course in Ellwood City, PA, It is a championship layout, with water hazards on many holes, boasting dramatic elevation changes. Its strategic design and pristine conditions provide a challenging yet rewarding round. This course is a must-play for any golf enthusiast seeking a challenging and picturesque round.

Harvest Hill Golf Course

Orchard Park, NY

Dr. Michael Hurdzan shaped this Orchard Park public course from farmland, featuring rolling bentgrass fairways framed by wetlands, woodlands, and heather.

Desert Willow Golf Resort (Firecliff)

Palm Desert, CA

Harry L. Jones Sr. Golf Course

Charlotte, NC

The Harry L. Jones Sr. Golf Course in Charlotte, North Carolina, stands as a testament to thoughtful reclamation, transforming a former landfill into a playable and engaging public golf experience. Designed by the acclaimed Michael Hurdzan and opened in 1987, the course offers a parkland-style layout that cleverly utilizes the natural contours of its unique foundation. Golfers will encounter a forgiving yet strategic routing, characterized by Bermuda greens and a few intriguing blind shots that add an element of surprise and challenge to the round. While not boasting country club opulence, the course delivers a solid, enjoyable outing with a distinct "muni energy" that fosters a relaxed atmosphere. Its history is particularly notable, having been renamed in 2017 to honor Harry L. Jones Sr., Mecklenburg County’s first African American county commissioner, adding a layer of community significance. This course is ideally suited for local golfers seeking a fun, budget-friendly round with friends, offering a laid-back environment where the focus is squarely on the joy of the game rather than pristine conditions.

Lassing Pointe Golf Course

Union, KY

Michael Hurdzan's 6,824-yard Northern Kentucky layout — Ohio River valley views and top public value since 1995.

Diamond Hawk Golf Course

Cheektowaga, NY

This par-72 public course in Western NY features stacked-sod bunkers, doglegs, and tree-lined fairways across its 7,058 yards.

Ohio State University Golf Club (Gray)

Columbus, OH

Bayside Resort Golf Club, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, stands as a testament to the Golden Bear's enduring design philosophy, offering a truly exceptional public-access experience on Delaware's coastal plain. Opened in 2000, this meticulously crafted layout masterfully integrates the natural beauty of the surrounding wetlands and woodlands with strategic challenges. The course unfolds across diverse terrain, featuring open, windswept holes reminiscent of links golf, transitioning seamlessly into tree-lined corridors that demand precision. Nicklaus’s design emphasizes thoughtful shot-making, with wide fairways often leading to well-guarded greens that reward accuracy and penalize errant approaches. One of its most memorable stretches includes the par-3 14th, a stunning peninsula green jutting into the Assawoman Bay, and the dramatic par-5 18th, which offers a thrilling finish with water guarding the green. The playing experience is both challenging and immensely rewarding, catering to golfers of all skill levels while providing a stern test for the accomplished player. Bayside has consistently garnered accolades, including being ranked among Golf Digest's "Best Courses You Can Play" in Delaware, solidifying its reputation as a premier destination. This course is ideally suited for destination golfers seeking a high-quality, memorable round and locals who appreciate a championship-caliber layout with breathtaking views and strategic depth.

Connemara Golf Course

Nicholasville, KY

Hurdzan & Fry's 7,035-yard Bluegrass layout — Lexington's top public course in the rolling Jessamine County terrain.

Bully Pulpit Golf Course

Medora, ND

Located in the North Dakota Badlands, this course features three distinct nines with significant elevation changes, buttes, and canyons along the Little Missouri River.

Iron Horse Golf Club

Leawood, KS

Hurdzan's rolling design in the Kansas City suburbs

Gibson Bay Golf Course

Richmond, KY

Michael Hurdzan's 7,112-yard Madison County public layout — one of Central Kentucky's most acclaimed public courses since 1991.

Desert Willow Golf Resort (Mountain View)

Palm Desert, CA

Ironhorse Golf Club

White House, TN

Ironhorse Golf Club is a Michael Hurdzan design in White House, Tennessee, one of the top public courses north of Nashville. The 6,889-yard, par-72 championship layout features dramatic elevation changes, natural limestone outcroppings, and mature hardwood forests that give the course a distinctly Middle Tennessee character. Hurdzan's routing takes full advantage of the rolling terrain, creating a variety of uphill and downhill shots that reward strategic play. Consistently ranked among the best public courses in the Nashville metro area.

Wild Rock Golf Club

Wisconsin Dells, WI

Keystone River Golf Course

Keystone, CO

Experience golf's ultimate innovation at Forest Dunes Golf Club's The Loop, a truly singular design by the acclaimed Tom Doak. This minimalist masterpiece offers a completely reversible 18-hole layout, allowing golfers to play a distinct course each day – one clockwise, the other counter-clockwise – a concept rarely seen and masterfully executed. Doak's philosophy shines through, with holes seamlessly integrated into Michigan's natural sandy terrain and towering pine forests, demanding strategic thought over brute force. The visual character is rugged and authentic, a testament to the land's inherent beauty. Each round presents a fresh challenge, with familiar greens playing as new tees and vice versa, creating an ever-evolving puzzle. The playing experience is immersive and thought-provoking, appealing to purists who appreciate golf's strategic depths. Regularly lauded for its ingenuity and natural beauty, The Loop has quickly garnered national attention since its 2016 debut. This course is ideally suited for the adventurous destination golfer seeking an unparalleled, strategic, and endlessly fascinating golf journey.

Sand Barrens Golf Club

Swainton, NJ