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Value
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4.2
Friendliness
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Pace
4.0
Amenities
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6595 yards
Slope 132
Rating 71.0

Named after the Great Hall of the Norse god Odin, Val Halla Golf & Recreation Center was conceived more than half a century ago when six Cumberland residents decided that they didn't want to have to go all the way to Portland for a decent round of golf. They persevered with their idea and eventually established an 18-hole, par-72 course right in Cumberland Center. The golf course has a traditional layout that is heavily lined with trees. Accuracy is an important part of the round but if you can manage to hit straight, you'll have a good game. Strategically placed bunkers also lurk along the greensides and fairways. In addition to the golf course, there is a driving range and practice green. Val Halla Golf & Recreation Center is a scenic and more affordable alternative to other options in Portland.

Course Details

Year Built 1964
Golf Season Open: 4/15 Closed: 11/01
Architect Phil Wogan

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Tennis

Reviews

4.2
76 Reviews (76)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 7
Plays Long 7
Thick Rough 7
This course/club is great for:
Locals 12
Walkers 7
9-Hole Rounds 6
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 8
In the 'Burbs 6
Worth the Drive 6

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Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Nice Course

The day was fairly nice weather wise but the course was on the cart path only rule and that meant the carts did not leave the path and we had a lot of walking to do on most every hole. This meant the pace of play was extremely slow, over 5 hours for 18 holes for a foursome. I would like to try it again on our net try to Maine so long as we could use the carts better.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course allows player to use all clubs.
The greens need to be worked. Not very good for this day of golf.
I would like to play course later when greens are in better shape.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is in great shape for Spring golf

Just a few wet areas and mowed we'll in most areas. Greens are punched but quite in pretty good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

very disappointed

Last year i played and loved it. This year the greens were horrendous. I won't waste any more $ on this course. Hopefully the get better

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/12/2017

Good news...as the weather has gotten better, we've gotten better. Please return and you should see a significant difference.

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Wet

The greens were horrible and bumpy, 2 temporary greens nd some of the fairways were soggy. Give it 2 more weeks of dry weather perhaps it'll recover somehow.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Poor weather
Used cart

Plays long

Played in poor weather conditions which resulted in zero roll. Greens were in good shape considering the deluge of rain that had been dumped in previous days.
Back nine is laid out in a strange manner, but overall a nice course

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice layout for an older course

I was pleasantly surprised by the receptive greens. The course is nicely maintained through the summer drought. The fairways and the greens were well watered and green, unlike some of the other courses in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love this place

Great track, great staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

this course is very challenging

The course is in good shape fairways are very good . Greens could be more receptive.Overall a great experience , course , staff, and food.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 97
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Atlanta Advisor
Top 250 Contributor
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Does not Disappoint!!

Val Halla is an incredible golf course and is in pristine condition. With all that said, this course is quite difficult and is not forgiving at all! The rough is really high and getting your ball in the fairway should be your goal on every hole. There are also quite a few quirky or blind tee shots and most players would improve their scores just by playing the course a few times. The driving range is super short and they only allowed irons cause the back of the net lines hole 7 or 8 I think. Otherwise, i really liked the course and I will for sure be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The golf police

This could be a fun, challenging course...but the GPS carts continually stop at unknown restricted areas, requiring reversing at snail pace and long delay of play.
The first two holes or more could be open for play but they will not let you start until the designated tee time, particularly if using GolfNow.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
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Commented on 06/13/2016

If you're not where you are supposed to be, the cart will stop you after three warnings in addition to the signage on the course. We ask all play to start on time regardless of the vendor you use to make a tee time. If you are a rules-follower, it's easy...if not, it's not. Anyway glad you recommended the course!

Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

May Golf

Played Val Halla in Cumberland. Course in good shape for this time of year! The only critique I have is that the greens were slow.
Otherwise, a very challenging layout. The "ruff" was rough (as it should be). Great time. Book tee time online. GREAT price. EXCELLENT value!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Val Halla Experience

We were four Seniors on a golf trip and this was third course of the week. Course was in very good condition, staff was very courteous. We played the Maroon/White tees which was sufficient challenge for us, couldn't have had a better day (except maybe for some better scores, but not the VH fault). We had dinner at the club's restaurant which was outstanding!!! We will be including this course in our circuit for future trips.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Well kept and long.

The front nine is a little more difficult than the back. Numerous holes on the back are very similar ( long & straight ). Course layout isn't ideal but the cleanliness and the quality of experience makes it. Would recommend to a friend and will go back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Great Municipal Course with light play

Overall an excellent experience

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

Great course

Excellent course some very challenging holes the only downfall was the 9-15 very open and straight not much of a challenge.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course

The staff at Val Halla golf course could not be nicer. The facilities are in great shape, club house and pro shop and grounds well maintained. Golf carts with GPS is a great feature! The course is in great shape and the greens are well taken care of. Over all a wonderful place to play. Thank you Val Halla.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Val Halla

Nice golf course in Cumberland, ME. The pace of play was excellent--we finished 18 holes in about 3:20. The golf carts are equipped with GPS giving a graphic display of the holes and hazards. The driving range was short, so hitting the driver, or any other club that you can carry 200 yards, is a no-no. On the day that we played, the range was mats only. We didn't eat so really can't comment on the food other than the cart GPS allows you order food so that it will be ready before you start the back 9.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

This course is a typical Muni course

I hadn't played this course in ten years, not since they had changed the layout. I wasn't impressed with the course back then, they didn't do anything to change my feelings about the course. Greens had a lot of ball marks on them. My son and I fixed several on each hole, most of them were fresh that day. The price was right through Golf Now, would have been very. disappointed had we paid full price.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course

Course in good condition. Challenging at times - tight fairways, long rough and super quick greens. Bar staff and food best in the business.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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