Lochland at Lochland Country Club

Lochland Country Club sits in Hastings, a south-central Nebraska city roughly equidistant from Grand Island and Kearney along the Platte River corridor. The course was designed by David Gill, a regional architect who worked primarily across the Great Plains states during the mid-to-late twentieth century. Gill's designs typically emphasize playability for a range of skill levels while working within the natural topography and climate constraints of prairie landscapes.

The routing at Lochland reflects the modest elevation changes characteristic of this part of Nebraska, where the terrain transitions between the flat river valleys and gently rolling uplands. Trees frame many holes, providing definition and wind protection on a landscape where prevailing westerlies can significantly influence play. Water features appear on several holes, adding strategic interest to approach shots and requiring course management decisions typical of parkland designs in agricultural regions.

Lochland serves as the primary private club facility for Hastings and the surrounding area, hosting local amateur competitions and club championships. The membership draws from the business and professional community of this regional center, which has a long history as an agricultural hub and manufacturing town. The club provides a traditional country club experience with dining and social amenities complementing the golf course, functioning as a gathering place for families and competitive players alike in a community where private golf options are limited.