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Fairway to Heaven – Your Mini-Guide to Local Golf Courses
Whether you’re looking for a true challenge, pristine landscapes, lush greens or just a new place to putt around, Central Indiana is home to some of the finest golf destinations for seasoned golfers and newcomers alike, where both leisure and excitement are par for the course.
Prairie View Golf Club
7000 Longest Drive Carmel, IN 46033 prairieviewgc.com On the banks of the White River, Prairie View Golf Club is the only Robert Trent Jones, Jr., course in Indiana. Featuring natural wetlands, rolling prairies, mature hardwoods and five lakes, Prairie View is routinely named one of the state’s best courses by Golf Digest and is proud to be “your country club for the day.” 
Brickyard Crossing
4400 W. 16th Street Speedway, IN 46222 brickyardcrossing.com Opening in 1929 and originally known as the Speedway Golf Course, Brickyard Crossing is one of the most spectacular sporting experiences. The 18-hole, par-72 course was redesigned by Pete Dye, with four holes winding inside the famous oval. It has hosted the PGA, LPGA and Champions tour events, and even the Beatles and Paul Newman. 
Purgatory Golf Club
12160 E. 216th Street Noblesville, IN 46060 purgatorygolf.com Ranked one of America’s 100 greatest public courses, Purgatory is a links-style course stretching over 218 acres. Here you can choose from six tee boxes on every hole to customize your challenge, but with more than 130 bunkers and tall grass lining the fairways, every shot is a memorable experience. 
The Fort
6002 N. Post Road Indianapolis, IN 46216 thefortgolfcourse.com On the historic grounds of Fort Benjamin Harrison, the rustic feel and undulating greens make this masterpiece by famed local Pete Dye one of the best in the state. The impressive layout and stunning setting, surrounded by the state park’s abundant forests, make this challenging course one you’ll return to. 
Rock Hollow Golf Club
669 S. 250 W. Peru, IN 46970 rockhollowgolf.com This family-owned and operated course by Tim Liddy spans more than 300 dramatic acres and has won numerous awards over the past 25 years. The secluded setting, surrounded by old-growth forests and natural cattail wetlands, is only an hour away from Carmel, and a hidden gem for golf aficionados and novices looking for a thrilling adventure. |
Pebble Brook Golf Club
3110 Westfield Road Noblesville, IN 46062 pebblebrookgolfclub.com With its traditional (and walkable) South Course—classically planned with tree-lined fairways—and the more modern North Course—a unique Scottish links-style design—Pebble Brook offers an exceptional golf experience for all skill levels. It also features a driving range and the Smart Golf Academy development program, along with The Pebble Grill and event space. 
The Pete Dye Course at French Lick
11160 W. State Road 56 French Lick, IN 47432 frenchlick.com Hilltop views that stretch for miles in every direction make this legendary Pete Dye course a magical haven. Ranking in America’s 100 greatest courses by Golf Digest and measuring more than 8,100 yards at the tips, this course is situated on the grounds of the French Lick Resort, along with notable courses designed by Donald Ross and Tom Bendelow, making the 2.5-hour drive worth the trip. 
Topgolf (public)
9200 E. 116th Street Fishers, IN 46037 topgolf.com You don’t need to be a golfer to enjoy taking aim at the giant outfield targets with Topgolf’s high-tech, self-scoring balls. Featuring three levels of climate-controlled bays, music, food and a full bar, Topgolf is an energetic, inclusive setting to have fun with friends or host your next social event while practicing your swing. 
Birdies
632 E. State Road 32 Westfield, IN 46074 birdiesindy.com If miniature golf is your thing, Birdies is in full swing. A great escape for the entire family, here 36 holes meander under waterfalls and through tunnels. You can grab a treat or cocktail at the snack shack while you play and finish off your round with a delicious meal on the Grill House terrace. |