Maketewah Course
Cincinnati, OH, USA




Maketewah Country Club, nestled in the Cincinnati area, stands as a testament to early 20th-century golf course design, a classic parkland layout that gracefully traverses rolling hills and mature trees. Originally crafted by Tom Bendelow, the course presents a fair but challenging test, with subtly contoured greens and strategic bunkering that rewards thoughtful play over brute force. The gently sloping terrain, a hallmark of the region, features a blend of uphill and downhill holes, occasionally presenting blind shots that demand local knowledge and a keen sense of distance. Maketewah favors neither a draw nor fade bias, instead requiring a versatile game and the ability to shape shots according to the demands of each hole. While not a regular fixture on professional tours, Maketewah holds a revered place in local golfing circles, known for its tight-knit membership and commitment to the traditions of the game. The club is renowned among members for its exceptional sense of community and convivial atmosphere.
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.
Best in World
Unranked
Best in USA
Unranked
Best in OH
All courses
8.3
39 players
Relatively unknown course nationally but post restoration this course can stand with any of the great Donald Ross courses.
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FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Maketewah has a Course Vaults score of 8.3 out of 10 based on 22 explicit golfer ratings.
Maketewah was designed by Tom Bendelow and Donald Ross.
Maketewah is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Maketewah is 71.
Maketewah plays 6,784 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Maketewah is 135.