Montour Heights Country Club

Montour Heights Country Club sits on elevated terrain in Coraopolis, a borough west of Pittsburgh near the confluence of Montour Run and the Ohio River. The course occupies rolling land that provides views across the surrounding valleys and wooded hillsides characteristic of western Pennsylvania's topography. The property's natural contours and changes in elevation shape the routing and playing character throughout. The design history reflects contributions from multiple architects across different eras. Pete Dye's involvement brought his characteristic attention to strategic options and visual interest, while subsequent work by Ron Forse and P. B. Dye added refinements and updates that respect the original design intent while addressing modern playing standards. The combination of these design voices has created a layout that balances classic strategic principles with features that reward thoughtful course management. The routing moves across varied terrain, with holes that climb, descend, and traverse the property's slopes. Approach shots often play to greens positioned on different levels than the fairways, and the natural movement in the land creates both visual interest and strategic complexity. Bunkering and green contours require players to consider angles and trajectories rather than simply distance. The tree-lined corridors and elevation changes give individual holes distinct character while maintaining coherence across the eighteen-hole experience.