Dye and Donald Ross Course also selected the top two courses in Indiana
French Lick, IN – The award winning Pete Dye course at French Lick Resort in Southern Indiana once again has been selected among the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play” by GOLF Magazine. In addition, both the Dye and Donald Ross course were selected No. 1 and 2 in Indiana for “The Best Courses Near You.”
These latest accolades can be found in the September 2016 issue. The biennial list, put together by the magazine’s editors and its panel of golf industry insiders, highlights the top public golf courses across the United States, as well as the best in each state.
“We are very honored to be recognized by GOLF Magazine and having both of our courses ranked No.1 and No. 2 in the state of Indiana,” said Dave Harner, French Lick Resort’s director of golf. “These rankings and the combination of the Dye and Ross courses continue to solidify French Lick Resort as one of the elite golf resort destinations in the country.”
The Pete Dye course, which hosted the 2015 Senior PGA Championship presented by KitchenAid, was ranked No. 62 on GOLF’s list. The course, regarded as one of the most breathtaking in the country, was carved out on a dramatic hilltop offering a variety of elevation changes, rugged and dramatic terrain, narrow fairways and challenging bunkers. There are spectacular views from every hole, some that stretch for over 40 miles.
Complementing the Pete Dye course is the historic Donald Ross course, which underwent a major restoration project that brought the course back to Ross’ original plans. The wonderful routing of the holes takes full advantage of the many elevation points for the classic Ross greens which slope dramatically from back to front. The parkland gem was site of the 1924 PGA Championship won by the legendary Walter Hagen and hosted other golf greats and celebrities such as Gene Sarazen, Chick Evans, and Bing Crosby.
The resort has been on the national radar in recent years hosting other premier events such as the 2010 the PGA of America’s Professional National Championship, the Men’s and Women’s Big Ten Championships, and the LPGA Legends Championships.
French Lick is the only resort in the world that combines the classic history of Donald Ross and the modern day design of the legendary Pete Dye.
About French Lick Resort
French Lick Resort is a $600 million historic restoration and casino development spread dramatically across 3,000 scenic acres. It encompasses both the French Lick Springs Hotel and the West Baden Springs Hotel, which have been fully restored to their original sophistication and luxury, combine for 689 rooms and are located about one mile apart. The casino, built adjacent to the French Lick Springs Hotel, opened in 2006. West Baden Springs, with its spectacular massive dome, opened in 2007 after having not been used for its original luxurious purpose since 1932. Other facilities and amenities at this world-class golf resort destination include two spas with a 36 treatment rooms (they continue to offer the Pluto Mineral Springs bath), over 51,000 square feet of gaming space, 165,000 square feet of meeting space and a variety of dining and entertainment options. Free shuttle buses serve golfers and visitors from around the world. Visit www.frenchlick.com.
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