Tee Up for Golf Season in Lancaster County

With summer's longer days, warmer temperatures and more sunshine, it's the perfect season to hit the links. Golf is a great way to enjoy time together, take in some fresh air and get a little exercise. If playing a round or two is on your vacation to-do list during your stay at B.F. Hiestand House, Lancaster County offers plenty of courses for avid golfers and beginners alike. With rolling fairways and manicured greens, you'll find the perfect course for your skill level where you can unwind on some challenging yet playable terrain.

The following public golf courses are listed in order of their distance from B.F. Hiestand House.

Highlands of Donegal | 650 Pinkerton Road, Mount Joy, PA
Located in nearby Mount Joy, just 4 miles from B.F. Hiestand House, Highlands of Donegal offers a unique and memorable golfing experience. Originally opened in 1998 as Groff’s Farm Golf Club, the 18-hole course's design was interlaced with the rolling hills of the countryside creating a natural flow with the land. Take advantage of Highland’s Pub with its beer selection and highly praised Highlands Burger.

Cool Creek Golf Club | 300 Cool Creek Road, Wrightsville, PA
Cool Creek Golf Club in Wrightsville is just 5 miles south from our historic inn. Here, you’ll find great rates for a great round of 18 holes. No matter the season, thanks to Cool Creek’s tee-to-green irrigation system you can play with the highest quality conditions. Don’t forget to unwind after your day of play and visit the SandTrap Lounge, equipped with TVs, dart boards and a deck overlooking the 18th green.

Four Seasons Golf Club | 949 Church St., Landisville, PA
Stop by Four Seasons Golf Club for a quality experience on one of Lancaster County’s finest public courses. Nestled between routes 30 and 283 in Landisville, this golf club offers beautiful views within its vast and rolling greens. Originally opened in 1962, Four Seasons became a municipal course when it was bought in 1989 by East Hempfield Township, which has committed to the course's continuous improvement. Its Blue Collar restaurant is worth the trip on its own, with a fantastic beer selection and full menu of salads, sandwiches, entrees, and hand-tossed pizzas.

Overlook Golf Course | 2040 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA
Come see why Overlook Golf Course has been voted the No. 1 golf course in Lancaster County by local players for over a decade straight. This 18-hole municipal course in Manheim Township dates back to 1926 and offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Fairways and greens are well-groomed, and the staff are happy to give tips and tricks for maneuvering difficult holes and sneaky elevation changes.

Willow Valley Golf Course | 2416 Willow Street Pike, Lancaster, PA
Looking for something scenic? Take a trip to Willow Valley Golf Course! Located in Lancaster, this 9-hole course presents wonderful vistas like water features, a barn, a chapel and, of course, its rolling greens. Willow Valley is an ideal course for beginners just getting started and seasoned golfers looking to practice their putting skills. No tee time required, so you can enjoy an impromptu round anytime.

Tanglewood Manor Golf Club | 653 Scotland Road, Quarryville, PA
Fancy teeing up on one of the best public courses in Pennsylvania? Then check out Tanglewood Manor Golf Club in southern Lancaster County, a great option for the golf enthusiast. Rated the fourth best value course in the U.S. by Golf Advisor. the course is in consistently great shape, and its challenging holes will give you a fair test of your play. Be mindful of the club's dress code when packing for your golf getaway weekend.