Known as the capitol of country music, Nashville also has a large higher education community and is steeped in American history. There is also plenty to chose from in the way of golf courses but here are five courses that are worth your time on your next visit to Nashville.
From the back tees, this course comes in at 6,174 yards. Challenges come in the form of a hilly landscape, a few blind shots and elevated greens that roll fast and true. And this course won't leave your pocket book feeling empty.
1501 Sandersville Road
Hendersonville, TN 37075
(615) 824-1100
Green Fees: $26 - $42
Designed by PGA Hall of Famer, Raymond Floyd, the course at Legacy has provided a fun and challenging game of golf since opening in 1996. The course clocks in at 6,776 yards of picturesque undulating hills, woodlands and views of the Tennessee countryside.
100 Ray Floyd Drive
Springfield, TN 37172
(615) 384-4653
Green Fees: $18 - $40
This heavily wooded course features an abundance of wildlife, including wild turkeys. It was built in 1973 and later redesigned by Gary Roger Baird in 1988. It has even been recognized as one of the top 100 public courses by Golf Digest. The signature hole is the beautiful hole #2, a 446 yards long par 5. The fairways are lines with hardwoods and four bunkers that protect the green.
1020 Jackson Hill Road
Burns, TN 37029
(615) 797-2578
Green Fees: $24 - $45
This links-style course designed by Larry Nelson demands the accuracy to steer clear of many challenges such as deep bunkers, rolling hills and water hazards while requiring creativity on the greens. While challenging golfers of any skill level, it also surrounds you in beauty. It was carved from the banks of the Cumberland River and is bordered by wetlands and limestone bluffs.
18 Springhouse Lane
Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 458-1730
Green Fees: $39 - $79
The President's Reserve at Hermitage
Recognized by Golf Digest as one of the top 10 courses in the state, the President's Reserve traverses through 300 acres of beautiful natural wetlands and alongside the banks of the Cumberland River. The course offers any golfer as much challenge as desired while still making for an enjoyable golfing experience even for the occasional golfer.
3939 Old Hickory Boulevard
Old Hickory, TN 37138
(615) 847-4001
Green Fees: $66 - $76
