Spring Creek is a nine-hole public golf course nestled just north of Pickering, designed to be both approachable and enjoyable. It’s ideal for a quick round, a warm-up session, or family golf, but it still has enough character to engage more experienced golfers. The layout sits amid mature trees, with a mix of wide fairways and tighter holes; at 4,074 yards total and a par of 62, it plays shorter than many 18-hole courses, but the challenge lies in shot placement, green contours, and approach precision.
Highlights include the 8th hole, where the green is tucked behind a pond and protected by three bunkers—a moment where you realize this isn’t simply a flat, basic layout. The clubhouse, patio, and practice chipping/putting areas enhance the experience and keep the environment social and welcoming. Leagues and programs add to the sense of community. If you’re looking for a round that’s casual, affordable, and well-maintained, Spring Creek offers a solid choice just outside the city.
Olde Stonewall • Ellwood City, PA • oldestonewall.com • 724-752-4653
Hole No. 16 • Par 4 • 474 Yards
Olde Stonewall is a golf writer’s worst nightmare. Much like a lengthy uphill putt, chances are you’ll come up woefully short in your attempt to describe it with paper and pen.
Rising from the banks of Connoquenessing Creek about 45 minutes north of Pittsburgh, PA, the 7,100-yard magnum opus designed by world-renowned architects Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry has captured honor upon honor since debuting in 1999, including being ranked the #1 Public […]
