Spring brings longer days, warmer weather, and the perfect excuse to hit the golf course. Shake off the winter rust, grab your clubs, and enjoy the fresh air, lush fairways, and challenge of the game. There’s no better time to get outside, reconnect with friends, and improve your swing! Many of these courses offer leagues, and sign-up is underway.
These courses collectively contribute to Hamilton County’s reputation as a premier golfing destination, offering a variety of experiences for golf enthusiasts of all skill levels.
Bear Slide Golf Club
6770 231st St., Cicero
317-984-3837
Located in Cicero, Bear Slide Golf Club offers a unique golfing experience with a Scottish links-style front nine and a traditional back nine. Recognized as one of Indiana’s premier public courses, it has received a 4.5-star rating from Golf Digest and is noted among the top 75 most affordable courses in the U.S. The course features Bear Slide Creek meandering through the back nine and showcases stunning elevation changes throughout.
Brookshire Golf Club
12120 Brookshire Pkwy., Carmel
317-846-7431
Situated in Carmel, Brookshire Golf Club provides an exciting golf experience suitable for both beginners and seasoned golfers. The 18 championship holes are characterized by gently rolling terrain and mature trees, with the picturesque Cool Creek winding through much of the layout. The club also offers a full-service pro shop and event venue, enhancing the overall golfing experience.
Fox Prairie Golf Course
8465 E. 196th St., Noblesville
317-776-6357
Located in Noblesville, Fox Prairie Golf Course is a mature, traditional-style course that opened in 1970. It spans rolling terrain and is considered one of the top public facilities in central Indiana. Amenities include a modern clubhouse, sandwich shop, fully stocked pro shop, practice green, driving range, new carts, and 27 championship holes. The course has received a 3.5-star rating from Golf Digest, featuring mature trees, strategic sand bunkers, large greens and affordable rates.
Ironwood Golf Club
10955 Fall Road, Fishers
317-842-0551
Located in Fishers, Ironwood Golf Club offers a well-maintained course with a variety of holes that cater to different skill levels. The club provides amenities such as a golf shop and practice facilities, making it a popular choice among local golfers.
Pebble Brook Golf Club
3110 Westfield Road, Noblesville
317-896-5596
Situated in Noblesville, Pebble Brook Golf Club features two 18-hole courses, providing diverse challenges for golfers. The club is known for its well-kept greens and fairways, along with amenities like a snack bar and event room, enhancing the overall golfing experience.
Prairie View Golf Club
7000 Longest Drive, Carmel
317-816-3100
Located in Carmel, Prairie View Golf Club is the only Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course in Indiana. The course offers a blend of open and tree-lined holes, providing a diverse and challenging golfing experience. The expansive clubhouse features 1830s-era architecture complemented by modern amenities, making it one of the most versatile facilities in the area.
Stony Creek Golf Club
11800 East 166th Street, Noblesville
317-773-1820
In Noblesville, Stony Creek Golf Club offers both an 18-hole championship course and a nine-hole par-three course. Designed and built by Sam Taylor, the championship course opened in 1990 and provides a track suitable for everyday players while offering challenges for low handicappers. The course was named Course of the Year by the Indiana Golf Course Owners Association in 2013.
Wood Wind Golf Club
2302 West 161st St., Westfield
317-669-8550
Located in Westfield, Wood Wind Golf Club is a par-71 course measuring 6,462 yards from the tips. The course starts with challenging holes, including several over 400 yards, and features water hazards on half of the holes. The club prides itself on being a neighborhood golf club, offering various golf and non-golf events, such as social and annual golf memberships.
