Timeless elegance and a legacy rich in tournament play await you at Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio. This private country club boasts 54 holes spread across three championship courses and consistently rated as one of the world’s top country clubs. Its lush grounds have become a consistent stop on the PGA tour, and have hosted golf tournaments annually for over 60 years.
Firestone Country Club was established in 1929 by Harvey Firestone to serve Firestone Tire and Rubber employees. Since, it has gone on to host the PGA Championship three times and annually hosts the World Golf Championships – Bridgestone Invitational. It’s a club steeped in tradition sure to impress even the most selective of golfers.
South Course
Dubbed “The Monster”, this course is the most challenging. A par 70 and stretching over 7,400 yards, the South Course is one of the most demanding stops on the PGA Tour. The challenging nature of the South Course has produced historic champions, such as Keegan Bradley, Adam Scott and Tiger Woods. The 16th hole plays over 670 yards and has been known to create a headache for even the world’s best golfers.
North Course
The North Course is noted as the most scenic, with beautiful lakes and streams running along this 72-par course. It’s a champion level course serving as the home course for The University of Akron’s men’s golf team.
West Course
The West Course annually hosts the Ohio Senior Open. A par 70, it’s the shortest of the three courses making it the perfect introduction to Firestone Country Club.
Public Course
A nine-hole public course opened in 1995 to give everyone a chance to experience the world-class luxury of this renowned club. At a par 35, this short course is perfect for novice and expert players alike.
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