Private

Greenbriar Hills Course

Greenbriar Hills Country Club

Kirkwood, MO, USA
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18 holesPar 716,401 yds74.2/134

About this course

Greenbriar Hills Country Club, nestled in the rolling landscape west of St. Louis, is defined by its classic, member-first ethos that celebrates the traditions of the game. The course, a product of the mid-20th century, unfolds across gently undulating parkland, demanding strategic play with subtle elevation changes and mature trees lining the fairways. While not exceptionally long by modern standards, the layout rewards thoughtful club selection and precise shot placement, particularly on approaches to the subtly contoured greens. Originally crafted by a regional architect of some renown, the course has seen thoughtful enhancements over the years. It presents a fair but challenging test, with a premium placed on accuracy over brute power. Doglegs and well-placed bunkers subtly dictate strategy, creating a course that favors the cerebral player who can manage risk and reward. Greenbriar Hills maintains a strong regional presence, known for its active membership and commitment to fostering a vibrant golfing community. A popular fixture amongst members after a long round is the club's celebrated toasted ravioli, a distinctly St. Louis treat. It's a place where the spirit of camaraderie thrives, both on and off the course.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.

1296

Best in World

1128

Best in USA

19

Best in MO

Quick facts

Location
Kirkwood, MO, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1937
Holes
18
Designer
Ron Prichard
Par
71
Length
6,401 yards
Difficulty
74.2/134
Course Vaults score
7.9

Getting there

Greenbriar Hills Country Club sits in the heart of the St. Louis suburbs, accessible via Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL), roughly twenty minutes north of the club by car through the rolling Kirkwood landscape. The drive south from the airport traces a gentle descent through established neighborhoods and tree-lined avenues that speak to the region's quiet prosperity, with the final approach winding through the manicured residential streets that frame this venerable private enclave. For those arriving by private aviation, St. Louis Downtown Airport (CPS) offers a more intimate alternative just minutes away. The arrival at Greenbriar Hills unfolds without fanfare - a discrete entrance that opens onto grounds where mature oaks and meticulously maintained fairways reflect nearly a century of membership stewardship and architectural refinement.

FAQ

Common questions about Greenbriar Hills

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Greenbriar Hills has a Course Vaults score of 7.9 out of 10 based on 24 logged golfers.

Greenbriar Hills was designed by Ron Prichard.

Greenbriar Hills is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.

Par at Greenbriar Hills is 71.

Greenbriar Hills plays 6,401 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Greenbriar Hills is 134.

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