Golfing in Cleveland Ohio

Cleveland, Ohio, is a golfer’s paradise, offering a mix of historic municipal courses, modern designs, and scenic layouts that cater to all skill levels.

This listicle highlights the top five public golf courses within a 30-mile radius of downtown Cleveland, selected for their quality, architectural merit, value, and golfer feedback from sources like Golfweek, Yelp, and GolfClevelandOhio.com.

Whether you’re chasing a challenging round or a budget-friendly outing, these courses deliver. Prices and availability vary, so book tee times via GolfNow or course websites for the best rates.

Sleepy Hollow Golf Course

• Location: 9445 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141 (~20 miles from Cleveland)
• Why It’s Great: Designed by Stanley Thompson in 1924, this par-71, 6,627-yard Cleveland Metroparks course is a Golfweek top-five public course in Ohio. Its “out and in” layout features downhill opening holes and uphill finishes, with fast, sloping greens and Cuyahoga River Valley views. Par-3 6th and risk/reward par-5 14th standout.
• Highlights: Impeccable maintenance, accessibility features like Solorider carts, and a reputation for beauty and challenge. Yelp users call it “vindictive yet stunning.” Hosts clinics and events like the Fox 8 Golf Outing.
• Webpage: https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/golf/courses/sleepy-hollow-golf-course

Manakiki Golf Course

• Location: 35501 Eddy Rd, Willoughby, OH 44094 (~17 miles from Cleveland)
• Why It’s Great: A Donald Ross design from 1928, this par-72, 6,625-yard Cleveland Metroparks course hosted PGA Tour events in the 1950s. Known for doglegs, water hazards, and elevation changes, it demands variety, with highlights like the 443-yard par-4 8th and 205-yard par-3 15th.
• Highlights: It is affordable, well-maintained, and a favorite on Reddit for its quality and price. The historic clubhouse, a former mansion, adds elegance.
• Webpage: https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/golf/courses/manakiki-golf-course

Fowler’s Mill Golf Course

• Location: 13095 Rockhaven Rd, Chesterland, OH 44026 (~25 miles from Cleveland).
• Why It’s Great: Designed by Pete Dye in 1971, this par-72, 7,025-yard course was named Ohio’s best public course by Golfweek in 2016 and 2017. Its tight fairways, doglegs, and hazards culminate in a legendary 18th hole, considered one of Ohio’s toughest finishes.
• Highlights: It is challenging yet rewarding, with firm, fast greens and a country setting. Reddit users recommend it for its Dye pedigree. It is ideal for golfers seeking a big-name architect’s work.
• Driving Range.
• Webpage: https://www.fowlersmillgc.com/

Boulder Creek Golf Club

• Location: 5750 Brewer Rd, Streetsboro, OH 44241 (~30 miles from Cleveland)
• Why It’s Great: Opened in 2002, this par-72, 7,317-yard course blends modern design with natural beauty, featuring meandering fairways, streams, and sloping terrain. Northern Ohio Golf ranks it among Ohio’s top public courses for its shot-making demands and memorable par-5s.
• Highlights: Boasting state-of-the-art maintenance, a top-tier clubhouse, and dramatic holes.
• Driving Range.
• Webpage: https://bouldercreekohio.com/

StoneWater Golf Club

• Location: 1 Club Dr, Highland Heights, OH 44143 (~15 miles from Cleveland)
• Why It’s Great: A 1999 Michael Hurdzan/Dana Fry design, this par-71, 6,873-yard course offers a modern, upscale experience with rolling fairways, bunkers, and water hazards. Northern Ohio Golf and Reddit users highlight its challenging layout and proximity to Cleveland.
• Highlights: It is well-conditioned and has a variety of holes, including strategic par-3s. The clubhouse and event spaces make it ideal for outings.
• Driving Range.
• Webpage: https://stonewatergolf.com/

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