French Lick (Ross)
French Lick, IN
French Lick (Ross) is a public golf course in French Lick, Indiana, designed by Donald Ross in 1917. The course features 18 holes.
French Lick (Ross) is a public course in French Lick, Indiana, designed by Donald Ross and established in 1917.
About French Lick (Ross)
You're looking at one of Donald Ross's hidden gems tucked away in southern Indiana's rolling hills. Ross routed this course through natural valleys and ridgelines in 1917, creating a layout that feels authentically Scottish despite being thousands of miles from the homeland. The architect's signature elevated greens and strategic bunkering are on full display here, demanding precise approach shots and rewarding thoughtful course management over raw power. What sets French Lick apart from Ross's more famous designs is its relative obscurity and accessible green fees for a course of this pedigree. The conditioning has improved dramatically in recent years, and you'll find yourself playing through the same terrain that once hosted railroad barons and Chicago industrialists seeking respite at the adjacent resort. Walking is encouraged and honestly the only way to fully appreciate Ross's routing through this gorgeous landscape – plus you'll need those extra steps to read the subtle breaks on these characteristically sloped greens.
Key Facts
- French Lick (Ross) is located in French Lick, Indiana.
- Course type: public.
- Course architect: Donald Ross.
- Year established: 1917.
- Number of holes: 18.
- Walking: Allowed.
- Gems Index score: 86/100.
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