GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.4
118 Reviews (118)
5 Stars
69
4 Stars
42
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.6
99.0%
Recommend this course
114 out of 118 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
0
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
0
Value
0
Layout
0
Friendliness
0
Pace
0
Amenities
0
0%
Recommend this course
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
0
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
0
Value
0
Layout
0
Friendliness
0
Pace
0
Amenities
0
0%
Recommend this course
Read Reviews

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6559 yards
Slope 130
Rating 71.2

Designed by Donald Ross in 1924, Denison Golf Club at Granville has a classic design that deftly utilizes the natural landscape of rolling hills covered with forests. The layout is fair and not overly challenging, providing an enjoyable round for players of all skill levels. The elevated, undulating greens and dramatic elevation changes are the course's trademarks. There are also strategically placed bunkers throughout that present further challenges. The golf course finishes with its signature hole, a par 4 that is easily the most dramatic of any on the layout. The hole is known for the 125-foot drop from the tee to the fairway, after which a second shot to a small, two-tiered green is required. In addition to the golf course, Denison offers extensive practice facilities including a driving range, short game area, and putting green.

Course Details

Year Built 1924
Fairways Bluegrass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Donald Ross (1924)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

Reviews

4.4
118 Reviews (118)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 33
Undulating Greens 32
Bunkers 21
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 29
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 28
Locals 25
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 34
Convenient to the City 16
On a College Campus 16

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Kentucky Advisor
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

The Good, The Bad and the Beautiful

First the Good: Arrived a day before we were to play, and asked if we could take a cart and drive the course, they were very gracious in allowing our request. This tour of each hole allowed us not only to see the layout of holes but also to know how to play each hole. The tees were well grassed, fairways plush, rough fair, and greens looked good as well. In playing the course the next day we found the greens held shots well and putted true. Course has a nice mixture of water and sand hazards and several tee locations offering many challenging holes, playing long from the back tees. The Bad: Last year we made a special trip from Cincinnati to play this course only to find out the course was closed for aerating, however there was no mention of that on their website. This year we called ahead and was given an Oct 6th date for aeration to begin. We were shocked to find that during our round on Oct 2nd the process had begun on some of the holes. If you are advising when work is to be done then please stick to your schedule. This fact alone caused me to not rate this course as high as it should be. Finally The Beautiful: Course is very scenic with lots of wildlife observed among the Welsh hills and valleys. The 18th tee is elevated and offers a spectacular scenic view of a very large area showing some of the famous landmark buildings in this area. This is a Donald Ross designed course, however holes 15 thru 17 have been redesigned to allow upscale housing. These holes are very different then all others as there are extremely steep inclined peaks and valleys with twists and turns on the layout. While these are not Ross designed they still are very interesting holes and were very enjoyable and somewhat difficult to play. Overall we enjoyed the experience and with a little better course management could say it is a bucket list course to play.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Painfully Slow

This is my first "review" of a course but this was so bad I felt I needed to say something. Nearly 5 hours for a 3some on a Friday afternoon, at one point had 4 Groups on the same hole and saw a 6-some being allowed to play together. If you are going to charge $40+ per round, HIRE A RANGER.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Featured
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent little Donald Ross course

Great condition, greens are very fast and very challenging. Fun course to play. Nice layout, mix of long and short holes, not overly difficult. Nice staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Nice Track

Course was in good shape and very scenic. Lot of trees which come into play. I liked the par 4 dog legs which made it more challenging. Overall a very nice track. I would definitely it again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course near Columbus, OH

Beautifully designed course with perfect conditions - greens pristine, fairways and tee boxes lush. Some beautiful downhill views of fairways and moderate uphill shots to greens. Could not ask any more for value and conditions! Saw deer while out there and was able to take photo.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Scenic and challenging

Beautiful course, nice design but the small and fast greens will test you. Not very long from the whites but ball placement wins out over length on a number of holes. Number 18 is fantastic and makes for a memorable finishing hole.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

great track

Bad choice of day - nearly constant rain, but the course was in very good condition and a pleasure in spite of the weather. A hidden gem in central Ohio

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course with great views

Always love playing Granville. great course, perfect condition, beautiful scenery, the weather cooperated, friendly staff, etc. Can't ask for it to be any better, except maybe a better short game for me.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great great great

This was one of the best course I've played on in Ohio..

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Granville Golf Course

This course is excellent. a few challenging holes but course played well was in terrific shape. The staff was the greatest. would recommend to anyone who wants a great course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/18/2014

My favorite course in Central Ohio. A must play if you're in the area. The course is always in great shape, the greens are usually fast and the scenery is fantastic. Love the course. Love the town. The combination makes for a great day of golf.

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Calling Mr. Ranger......

I played this course for the first time in five years and it did not disappoint. Classic courses like this are hard to find. The fairways and greens were in great shape, with green speed just as I remember - mostly fast with a commitment to line and pace critical. Many of the green side bunkers seem in need of repair and fresh load of true sand. Unfortunately, my golf experience was undermined by the slowest foursome I have ever witnessed. Multiple practice swings on the tees and fairways, a lack of understanding of ready golf and hovering over putts as if the Masters were on the line. A ranger should have been on the course to get this foursome in line.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course - must play

Granville was in great condition, greens were receptive and the fairways were really well cared for. Very little dead grass or problems - bunkers were smooth and ready for play. Just a great course and the price I got through GolfNow was amazing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Value

Played this course with a Hot Deal for $25 and was beyond pleased. Course is normally around $50.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Just as nice as remembered

Course in nice condition. Rough was high greens
were quick. Few sprinkles on us but no matter.
Only disappointment was not being able to have
a cold one after the round because it was Sunday.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Love Granville

Haven't played here for awhile, but I have always loved the course. Not fond of the new holes, but the Donald Ross design is great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Wow what a course!!

I've heard great things about this place from friends but was even more blown away when I got there. Plenty of elevated tee shots and great views all around the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course

What a wonderful course with many elevation changes. Challenging, but not too difficult. The 18th hole is beautiful at the tee box overlooking Granville. I will definitely be playing here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

This course is a must play

Granville Golf Course is in great condition right now. The greens are quick, smooth and true and the course setting is incredible. What a treasure for the public to be able to play this classic Donald Ross course. If you play it once you'll go back often.

Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Great course, not necessarily worth the drive

Course is gorgeous. Pace was rough and ranger didn't keep groups ahead in pace (multiple balls, mulligans, talking). Would like to play again when pace lines up with expectations.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Awesome Track

Great course with a bit of difficulty! I would golf over and over!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Nearby Courses
Granville, Ohio
Public
3.1785352941
265
Newark, Ohio
Private
5.0
3
Granville, Ohio
Public
3.2857142857
3
Johnstown, Ohio
Public
3.8784
148
Newark, Ohio
Resort
4.3568411765
217
Alexandria, Ohio
Public
3.9636
110
Newark, Ohio
Public
3.2352294118
89
Heath, Ohio
Public
2.8857142857
6
Pataskala, Ohio
Semi-Private
3.926
510
Pataskala, Ohio
Public
4.8333333333
3
Hebron, Ohio
Semi-Private
4.0
8
Johnstown, Ohio
Public
4.0
1
Golf Packages

Oglebay Golf Around Package

FROM $167 (USD)
WHEELING | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at Oglebay Resort’s Wilson Lodge and 2 rounds of golf at Oglebay Resort – Palmer & Jones Courses.

Best of Battle Creek Package

FROM $147 (USD)
GRAND RAPIDS/KALAMAZOO | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at FireKeepers Casino Hotel and 3 rounds of golf at The Medalist Golf Club, Riverside Golf Club, and Binder Park Golf Course.

SW Michigan Golf Around Package

FROM $127 (USD)
GRAND RAPIDS/KALAMAZOO | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at Quality Inn – Battle Creek and 3 rounds of golf at The Medalist Golf Club, Angel’s Crossing Golf Club, and The Grande Golf Club.
Now Reading