Balboa Golf Course, nestled in the Ouachita Mountains of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, presents a playable, yet engaging test sculpted from the region's rolling terrain. The course is known among players in the region for being a true test of course management. Designed by Edmund B. Ault, Balboa favors a strategic approach, demanding thoughtful club selection as much as raw power. Wide fairways lull golfers into a false sense of security, before revealing the need to consider the course’s many dog legs, and subtle elevation changes. While not hosting national championships, Balboa remains a popular stop for regional amateur tournaments and club events. The club is known for its tight-knit membership and convivial atmosphere, where post-round camaraderie is as important as the score. It is noted among the local players as a second home away from home where "everybody knows your name." This friendly and relaxed setting makes Balboa a valued course in the Hot Springs Village community.