Hickory Woods Golf Course

Hickory Woods Golf Course sits in Loveland, a suburban community northeast of Cincinnati in southwestern Ohio. Designed by Dennis Acomb and opened in the early 1990s, the course occupies rolling terrain characteristic of the region, where the landscape transitions from the Little Miami River valley into wooded uplands. The property takes its name from the mature hickory trees that frame many of the holes and contribute to the course's tree-lined character. The layout measures around 6,400 yards from the back tees and plays as a par 71, incorporating elevation changes and natural contours into the routing. Acomb's design works with the existing topography rather than imposing dramatic earthwork, resulting in holes that follow the land's natural movement. Water features appear on several holes, and the tree coverage requires accuracy off the tee on many layouts. The course serves primarily as a daily-fee facility accessible to the greater Cincinnati golf market. Hickory Woods functions as a neighborhood course within the Loveland area, offering a straightforward test of golf without the length or severe hazards found at championship venues. The setting provides a wooded, parkland atmosphere typical of Ohio courses built during this era, where mature trees and modest elevation create visual interest and strategic variety. The course remains a local option for recreational golfers seeking a walkable round in a natural setting.