Mentel Memorial Golf Course

Mentel Memorial Golf Course is a public facility located in Galloway, a suburb on the west side of Columbus, Ohio. Designed by Jack Kidwell, a regional architect who worked primarily in the Midwest during the mid-to-late twentieth century, the course serves the recreational golfing needs of the Columbus metropolitan area. The layout reflects the practical design approach common to municipal courses of its era, providing accessible golf for a broad range of players. The course occupies relatively flat central Ohio terrain typical of the region, with mature tree-lined fairways and modest elevation changes. Kidwell's routing works within the natural landscape without dramatic earthmoving, creating straightforward holes that emphasize accuracy and course management over length. Water features and bunkers provide strategic interest on select holes, while the tree corridors define playing corridors and frame approach shots. As a public course in the Columbus area, Mentel Memorial serves local golfers, league play, and casual rounds throughout the season. The facility operates as part of the region's network of accessible municipal and daily-fee courses, offering a traditional parkland experience without the premium pricing of private clubs. The course provides a functional test of golf within a suburban setting, maintaining its role as a community amenity for recreational play.