The Links at Groveport

The Links at Groveport is a public golf facility located in Groveport, Ohio, a suburb southeast of Columbus. The course was designed by Frank Waugh, whose work in the early-to-mid twentieth century contributed to the development of accessible municipal and daily-fee golf in the Midwest. Waugh's designs typically emphasized playability for a range of skill levels while working within the natural terrain available, an approach that served the needs of growing communities around Ohio's urban centers. The Groveport area sits in the relatively flat to gently rolling terrain characteristic of central Ohio's glacial till plains. Courses in this region generally feature modest elevation changes, with design interest created through strategic bunkering, green contours, and the routing's relationship to existing tree lines and water features. The Links at Groveport operates as a public-access facility, serving both local residents and visitors to the Columbus metropolitan area. As a daily-fee course designed in an era when golf was expanding beyond private club membership, Groveport reflects the mid-century emphasis on affordability and community recreation. The layout provides straightforward golf without excessive length or severe hazards, making it suitable for regular play and casual rounds. The course remains part of the broader network of public golf options in Franklin County and the surrounding region, contributing to the area's recreational infrastructure.