Lebanon Course
Lebanon, PA, USA
Lebanon Country Club whispers of Pennsylvania golf history, a place where hickory shafts once carved fairways out of the rolling farmland. The original design, conceived in the early 20th century, presents a classic parkland style, demanding strategic shot-making rather than brute force. Gentle slopes and mature trees define the playing field, favoring players who can shape the ball and manage the subtle breaks on the greens. Architect Alex Findlay's vision has been thoughtfully preserved over the years, though subtle refinements have kept the course relevant for the modern game. The routing meanders pleasantly through the landscape, providing a serene escape just outside of town. It’s a course where a well-placed tee shot trumps raw power, and a deft touch around the greens is essential for scoring. While not a stage for major championships, Lebanon Country Club holds a cherished place in the local golfing community. It’s a club deeply woven into the fabric of the region, known for its strong membership and convivial atmosphere. The club is famed around the area for its Thursday night Lebanon Bologna sandwiches, which are the envy of all the golfers around the state.
Excellent condition, course is in beautiful shape. Neat track but can feel reparative. Par 3’s are all excellent. The par 5s are a little standard. Amazing staff 10/10 and nice club house.
Good course. Back 9 awesome, if the front was as good as the back it would be rated way higher
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Lebanon Country Club is reached most directly via Harrisburg International Airport, roughly forty minutes to the west, though Philadelphia International serves as a larger gateway an hour and a half southeast. The drive from either direction threads through the rolling farmland and wooded ridges of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where the landscape softens into the gentle folds of Lebanon Valley. As you approach the club, the transition is subtle but unmistakable - main roads yield to quieter residential streets, and the course reveals itself through breaks in the trees, a private enclave tucked into the fabric of this historic Pennsylvania town.
FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Lebanon has a Course Vaults score of 7.9 out of 10 based on 6 explicit golfer ratings.
Lebanon was designed by Frank Murray, Russell Roberts, Alex Findlay, Ron Forse, and Ferdinand Garbin.
Lebanon is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Lebanon is 72.
Lebanon plays 6,564 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Lebanon is 133.
