Semi-private · 18 holes
Licking Springs Trout & Golf Club
Newark, OH — Experience golf in its purest form at Circling Raven Golf Club, a magnificent Gene Bates design that masterfully integrates with the pristine Idaho landscape. Bates’ philosophy shines through in a layout that offers a stout, gimmick-free challenge across 620 acres of diverse Palouse Region terrain, encompassing rolling prairie, dense woodlands, and serene wetlands. The course provides generous fairways, allowing for aggressive play while demanding precision on approach shots. Circling Raven is renowned for its diverse and memorable holes, each presenting a unique blend of risk and reward. While specific signature holes are numerous, the overall routing ensures a captivating journey through unspoiled nature, free from residential development. This commitment to an unadulterated golf experience has earned it consistent accolades, including being voted the No. 1 Public Course in Idaho by Golfweek and national recognition among the Top 50 Best U.S. Casino Courses. The playing experience is both visually stunning and strategically engaging, requiring thoughtful shot-making from start to finish. Circling Raven is an essential destination for serious golfers seeking a championship-caliber test amidst breathtaking natural beauty.
Type
Parkland
Region
Midwest
LooperScore
70.0
Holes
18
Par
72
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