
Miami Whitewater Forest Course
Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Club



About this course
Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Club occupies a scenic setting within the Hamilton County Park District's Miami Whitewater Forest, a large recreational area northwest of Cincinnati. The course was designed by Arthur Hills and opened in 1985 as part of the park's broader amenities, which include camping, boating, and extensive trail systems. Hills, known for his environmental sensitivity and ability to work within natural landscapes, routed the course through rolling, wooded terrain characteristic of southwestern Ohio's glaciated topography. The layout moves through mature hardwood forests and open meadow areas, with elevation changes that provide both strategic interest and varied perspectives of the surrounding parkland. Water comes into play on several holes, including ponds and streams that reflect the property's natural drainage patterns. The design emphasizes playability for a wide range of golfers while maintaining enough length and challenge from the back tees to test accomplished players. Fairways are generally generous, but accuracy is rewarded given the tree-lined corridors and thoughtfully placed hazards. As a public facility operated by Great Parks of Hamilton County, Miami Whitewater Forest serves a diverse clientele from the greater Cincinnati area. The course benefits from its park setting, offering a relaxed atmosphere and accessible green fees compared to private clubs in the region. Its integration into the broader recreational complex makes it a popular destination for families and visitors who combine golf with other outdoor activities available throughout the forest preserve.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in OH
Quick facts
- Location
- Harrison, OH, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1962
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,818 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.1/127
- Course Vaults score
- 6.0
Getting there
Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Club lies roughly twenty-five miles northwest of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, an easy half-hour drive that traces the western edge of Greater Cincinnati into the wooded hills of Hamilton County. The route follows Interstate 74 west before peeling off onto winding state roads that gradually shed suburban sprawl for the deep canopy and rolling terrain of Miami Whitewater Forest Park. As pavement gives way to park signage and the hum of the highway fades beneath rustling hardwoods, the arrival feels less like reaching a municipal course and more like discovering a secluded retreat tucked into Ohio's quiet backcountry.

FAQ
Common questions about Miami Whitewater Forest
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Miami Whitewater Forest has a Course Vaults score of 6.0 out of 10 based on 13 logged golfers.
Yes. Miami Whitewater Forest is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Miami Whitewater Forest is 71.
Miami Whitewater Forest plays 6,818 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Miami Whitewater Forest is 127.
Miami Whitewater Forest is a 18-hole course.



