
Moss Creek Course
Moss Creek Golf Club

About this course
Moss Creek Golf Club sits in Clayton, a suburb of Dayton in southwestern Ohio. The course was designed by Denis Griffiths in collaboration with Chi Chi Rodriguez, the Hall of Fame professional known for his playing career and later course design work. The layout reflects a regional approach to golf architecture common in the Midwest, with tree-lined fairways and water features integrated into the routing. The property occupies relatively flat to gently rolling terrain typical of the Miami Valley region. Mature trees frame many holes and come into play on approach shots, while several ponds and creek corridors add strategic interest and require careful club selection. The design emphasizes accuracy over distance, rewarding players who can position their tee shots and manage hazards around the greens. Moss Creek serves as a semi-private facility, offering both member and daily-fee play. The club provides a neighborhood golf experience for the greater Dayton area, with a clubhouse and practice facilities supporting regular recreational rounds and local events. The course fits within the tradition of accessible, well-maintained layouts that anchor residential communities in Ohio's suburban corridors, offering a straightforward test of golf without severe elevation changes or extreme length.
Quick facts
- Location
- Clayton, OH, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1999
- Designer(s)
- Denis Griffiths, Chi Chi Rodriguez
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,223 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.9/135
Getting there
Moss Creek Golf Club sits in the quiet countryside near Clayton, Ohio, roughly forty-five minutes northeast of Cincinnati's major commercial hub at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), or a more direct thirty-minute flight into nearby Lunken Airport (LUL) for private aviation. The drive from CVG traces a gentle arc through the rolling terrain of southwestern Ohio, transitioning from interstate corridors into the pastoral landscape of Miami County - a landscape of open fields, tree-lined country roads, and the kind of understated rural elegance that defines this corner of the state. For those seeking the discretion of private arrival, Moraine Airpark (MRT) lies even closer, a short drive from the club's gates. The final miles wind through farmland and wooded hollows, delivering you to Moss Creek with the quiet assurance of a destination designed for those who value seclusion and the authentic character of Midwestern golf.

FAQ
Common questions about Moss Creek
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Moss Creek was designed by Denis Griffiths and Chi Chi Rodriguez.
Yes. Moss Creek is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Moss Creek is 72.
Moss Creek plays 7,223 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Moss Creek is 135.
Moss Creek is a 18-hole course.



