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I picked up a last minute deal for a great rate on the South Course. Upon my arrival, the staff was extremely friendly and very helpful. I ended up playing the North Course for two reasons. First, there was a high school match being played on the South Course and second, they had just aerated the greens a few days before. Also, the staff mentioned that the North course wasn't busy and I shouldn't have any trouble getting the round in before dark.

The course itself was in excellent condition. The greens were firm and a little bumpy from being aerated the week before, but they were definitely playable. Fairway grass was in good condition for a late summer round and the rough was, well, rough - thick and fairly deep in spots.

The course offers electric carts that include a GPS system that indicates yardage to the front, middle and back of the greens as well as yardage to various hazards on the hole. Cart paths are in good shape overall. However, if you prefer to walk, the layout makes for a great day walking.

Just a note for those of you who like to grab a snack or drink at the turn - this course does not come home after hole 9. There are, however, restrooms and a soda machine between 9 and 10 out on the course.

For the price, Eagle Creek is one of the best open to the public courses in Central Indiana. Two Pete Dye courses offer plenty of challenges to all levels of players.

During our late afternoon round, we saw no fewer than 25 deer casually grazing on the course grounds.

For a late summer day, the course was in excellent condition. Greens were quick that day and offered plenty of challenges.

The only thing I was unhappy with was the condition of the sand in the bunkers. I found myself in them a couple of times and both were very hardpan lies and you could see that they don't drain very well. Other than that, the course was a pleasure to play.

We'll definitely be back.