Olde Stonewall Golf Club

We live about a little over an hour from Ellwood City and we finally got the chance to play Olde Stonewall.

Started the round at 3:30pm and finished at 7:15 so pace was good, only issue was that we ran into a bunch of foursomes on the back 9, which slowed us down a little.

In terms of what shape the course is in, for a Public course, Olde Stonewall was in just as good shape as some of the most exclusive private golf courses I've played.

Greens ran extremely fast, some minor issues with a day of play and players not fixing their ball marks, but it was nothing to get hot and bothered about.

Every hole was beautiful, especially on the back 9, with drastic changes in elevation. Pictures on every hole on the back.

I've been lucky enough to play Oakmont Country Club, Bedford Springs, and Laurel Valley Golf Club, and for a public golf course Olde Stonewall stacks up with these three.

I liked Olde Stonewall a lot better than Bedford Springs, I just felt that every hole was different, where as at Bedford Springs some of the holes seemed very similar.

It's very simple for me, while I haven't played many of the public golf courses out East, for me Olde Stonewall is the best public course in Western, PA..

Have played this course regularly for 6 years and do not think there is any course around as great. The course is kept in perfect shape, the employees treat you as well or better than most country clubs. The pros are very professional and great teachers. They also have an outstanding restaurant. I have had the pleasure of playing a large number of country clubs and public courses and have not found any as satisfying as Olde Stonewall

Very fun golf course to play. Elevations are stunning. No two holes are the same. Fairways are as good as you will ever play. Greens are pretty good, but a bit grainy. You should definitely play this golf course as the views are beautiful and the holes are very unique. Golf carts have GPS which is needed to navigate between holes. Highly recommended and worth the $150 green fee.

Olde Stonewall is a little off the beaten path in Ellwood City, PA but once you get there, you will find it well worth the drive (and the money). Five different tee sets allow for most golfers to find a comfortable distance to play. As a warning, this is a PAR 70 golf course, so add 250-300 yards for the two missing par 5's. I have seen golfers play the black tees at "only" 6681 yards and have a very tough time, probably because it's more like a 7,000 yard standard course. Trust me, the 6200 yard white tees are more than enough for anyone but a single digit handicapper.

The par 36 front nine is less demanding than the par 34 back 9, which may be the most difficult 9 holes that I have ever played. In general, it is a second shot golf course with limited safe places to miss around the greens, especially on the back. Greens are excellent but not tricked up (maybe a couple are a little over the top if they speed them up).

For scenic views, go to the back tees on 13 and 16 and you can see for miles. The staff is is incredibly friendly and accommodating, the pro shop is well stocked and well managed. The driving range is fantastic. The food at the restaurant is very good but the service, especially at the bar, can be a little slow. All in all, a day at Olde Stonewall is a very good day.

As one meanders through the country side one thinks where in the heck is this place. In the distance a castle comes into view. As one pulls up to the bag check area one is greater by a member of the wonderful staff. The pro shop is over priced and a tad snooty, but don't let it bother you, your money's green too. The diving range and practice green are tour quality and the amenities are wonderful, locker room, showers, great dining room or one can over look 18 on the veranda as groups come in. A Billy goat layout don't walk this course unless your prepping for the Olympics. A must pay in Western Pennsylvania.

We flew in from Florida to play this course and it did not disappoint. In fact we played it the second day and have already planned a trip back up there in September.

Olde stonewall is one of the best maintained golf courses in the area. The tract can be challenging, especially the first time you play it as the layout is creative in places. A very high quality experience. The back nine is very tight and difficult and has a decidedly different feel than the front nine. The staff is excellent and will get you going on schedule and will maintain a quick pace of play to add to everyone’s enjoyment. Make sure to stop at the snack shop at the turn for great service and food. Should be on everyone's to do list when in the area.

Olde Stonewall is the undisputed king of daily fee golf surrounding Pittsburgh. No other public course can match its scenery, conditioning and interesting clubhouse experience. The giant castle features a popular restaurant inside.
While the front nine has some nice holes on flatter ground, the dramatic back nine takes Olde Stonewall to higher heights - literally. The back-to-back par 3s at nos. 14 and 15 are both drop-shot holes over intimidating hazards. Even if you're not playing from the tips, head back to the gray tees on no. 16 for the epic view. It took me two tries to hit a tee shot safely over the 230-yard carry to reach the fairway far below. What a thrill.

Nice course, but ground keepers out of control. Hole #2, ground keeper in a cart passed in front of me as I hit to green from fairway, came 1 foot from his head, hitting top of his cart. Hole #3, parked at tee box, only to have ground keeper in large riding blower ram our cart. After that my wife and I were shaken ruining this expensive round of golf. Called the pro shop and pro came out to check cart was ok to finish the round. He told us to stop in the pro shop after the round, so we did. Pro no where to be found or hiding. Left our contact info, no response.

played 9 holes on saturday and was rained out. staff provided rain check for remainder of round played next week. hooked up with 2 members who provided valuable info on shot placement, but played back nine alone with no local knowledge. quite a difference. wonderful course and great pro shop staff.

Expensive for our area but the best carts and GPS system available. Everything is well maintained. Layout can be challenging/daunting for a handicap above 15. A unique treat for Western PA. Take a small camera for some great photos from the tees on the back 9.

Probably the best public course I've ever played. Highly recommend playing The course. Great value.

Staff friendly and informative. Course beautiful ...worth every dollar .
If in the Pittsburgh area do not miss this place !

Rain caused the course to shut down the fairways, Cart path only makes for a long day. This is not a complaint, I enjoyed the exercise.

Fantastic views and course. Stunning hole designs as well as the classic rock scenery that makes the course Olde Stonewall. All the holes make you gasp and you almost don't want to continue and just look all day. It was a challenge though don't get me wrong. The further up the hills you go the more accuracy is required. All in all it is completely worth the price to play and I would be going back again in the future.

Great course; very challenging; some great views on the course; clubhouse castle needs a moat :-). Greens super fast with lots of bends and breaks.

Course was in great shape, lots of scenery. Challenging but really enjoyable.

Great layout, loved the hilly back nine. Range balls were complimentary so arrive early to enjoy hitting balls and chipping on the roomy practice range. The greens putted fast and the undulations were challenging. Well worth the golf now rate. Courses like this are diificult to play the first round out even with GPS on the carts. My slope equipped bushnell helped out. Will be going back soon to play the 144 sloped black tees again soon

This is a great track about an hour north of Pit... holes and views on the back nine are outstanding.