Cincinnati, Ohio, has no shortage of golfers and golf courses within its city limits. Seven public courses, located throughout the city's various neighborhoods, provide scenic views of southwest Ohio's gently rolling hillsides. The Cincinnati Recreation Commission oversees the courses, which are operated by Billy Casper Golf and open to the general public.
Identification
Each of the Cincinnati Recreation Commission's public golf courses provides various layouts with different levels of expertise in mind. The courses are Avon Fields, California, Dunham, Glenview, Neumann, Reeves and Woodland. Tee times may be booked at any of the courses by phone or online. In addition, individual and group lessons are available at all the courses.
Rates
Rates for 2010 vary depending on the golf course. Riding rates are more expensive than walking rates, and golfers can choose to play 18 holes or nine holes. The least expensive course is Dunham, which costs $13.50 for walking and $26.50 for riding 18 holes. The most expensive course is Glenview, which runs $26.50 weekdays and $28.50 weekends for walking, and $39.50 weekdays and $41.50 weekends for riding 18 holes.
Features
All of the courses have golf shops and snacks bars on-site to cater to customers. The shops feature golf apparel and equipment, as well as other merchandise. The snack bars sell soft drinks, beer and casual fare, such as hamburgers, hot dogs and chicken sandwiches. Breakfast is available on weekends. Special menus also are available for golf outings and banquets.
Considerations
Nature lovers will appreciate Cincinnati's public golf courses. All CRC courses are part of Audubon International's Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses. This program aims to protect local natural areas, conserve natural resources and provide habitats for wildlife. This makes the golfing experience more enjoyable, as golfers commune with nature as they walk or ride along the course.
Insight
Though seven public golf courses are within the city limits, the outlying suburbs boast dozens of other public courses. The Queen City, nestled along the bank of the Ohio River, includes attractions across the river in Northern Kentucky, as well as to the north of downtown. The city prides itself on its small-town charm coupled with big-city amenities.
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