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4.4
119 Reviews (119)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
7
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.7
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
95.1%
Recommend this course
109 out of 119 reviews
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3.8
5 Reviews (5)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
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1
1 Stars
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Conditions
3.8
Value
4.2
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.4
80.0%
Recommend this course
4 out of 5 reviews
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4.4
24 Reviews (24)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
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3 Stars
0
2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.8
95.8%
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23 out of 24 reviews
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Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Par 71
Length 6340 yards
Slope 111
Rating 69.5
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Buffalo Trace Golf Course - Indiana
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Course Details

Year Built 1970
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs No
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Indiana (2023 #15) (2022 #19)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Friendliest Courses in the U.S. (2023 #13)

Reviews

4.4
119 Reviews (119)
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Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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First Time Playing
Used cart

The Tale of Two Sides

Arrived at the course and it did not seem to be very crowded. The staff was very friendly and helpful. This was one of the first Golf Now transactions they have had, but it went very well.

My wife and I played as a two-some. There were several groups in front of us, so play was a little slow. It was, however, a Holiday weekend. I would not expect this to be the norm.

The front nine was in great shape. Zoysia fairways and Bermuda greens. Great hitting surface and greens have a lot of grain to them. They can be challenging to putt, especially if one is used to bent grass. Nice layout on front with elevation changes and dog legs.

The back side is a different story. Fairways are wood lined and very hilly. Lots of blind shots and layups required. Driver is not required on the back and is likely a bad idea unless you have full control of it. Fairways are not in good shape. I don't know if the back is newer and has not had time to mature or if the tress are causing too much shade for the Zoysia to grow. Lots of bare spots. Greens however, are in good shape and similar to the front side. A sky caddie comes in handy for finding the layups. There are a couple of holes you really need to consider where you put the ball.

Overall, nice layout, nice layout, good price. I would play it again and likely will. Hopefully the back side will come in because there are some really bad spots.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/17/2016

The greens are bent not Bermuda.

Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Needs a lot of work

I know it’s early in the season but the fairways are some of the worst I’ve seen in state. Back nine feels like a completely different golf course with several holes that boomerang through the woods. Not my style personally..

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great

We picked a terrible day to golf, but the course was in good shape, and the staff were great

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 45
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Glad I picked this course! Layout was fun, yet challenging (especially when you get to the back nine), course was in great shape for early spring, and the greens were solid (maybe a bit slow, but rolled well). Played with a couple of local guys and had a great afternoon. Would definitely play here again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent

Course was in excellent shape for this time of the year. Greens held and rolled true. Fairways were in excellent condition and the rough wasn’t overly thick. Great experience for a 20.99 Hot Deal!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Buffalo Trace

Course is in perfect shape. Both 9 holes seem like playing two different course. Absolutely love the course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course!

The front and back play like completely different courses. Be ready for a challenge on the back 9. Course was in great shape and a lot of fun!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

On vacation

Great course even better if you consider the price. Highly recommend

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course was great, challenging. Pace of play was horrible.

The course was great. The front and the back play as two completely different 9’s and provide unique challenges and scoring opportunities. The staff was very friendly and accommodating.

Some of the regulars gave me a hard time about playing quickly. I was alone and behind 2 groups of 3 older gentleman. I was told by the group immediately in front of me “if we let you play through, they (the group in front of them” won’t. So you might as well slow down.”

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A surprising find in Jasper

Our buddies' group was pleasantly surprised with Buffalo Trace golf course. This muni is in fine condition with a challenging layout (especially the back 9), friendly staff members, and all at a reasonable price. The course is very busy so expect a lengthy round, but enjoy the rolling hills and scenic terrain as you wait.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Pace of play

There should never be a time on a course that you allow 6 players to play together. The group that was there that day held up everyone behind them.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course maintenance

For the middle of May the course was an excellent condition.
They have removed trees to open up the course visually and functionally.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

A little bit of both worlds

Front nine Being the older, of the course, is an excellent condition. Back nine needs a couple more years to get in better condition. Once the fairways, fill in

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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