Nemacolin Course
Nemacolin Country Club
About this course
Nemacolin Country Club, cradled in the rolling hills of Beallsville, Pennsylvania, whispers a tale of enduring tradition, though its layout has never sought the grandest stage. Originally conceived in the mid-20th century, the parkland-style course meanders through mature hardwoods, favoring a strategic approach over brute strength. The course, while perhaps not nationally acclaimed, presents a fair test with subtly undulating greens and well-placed bunkers that can easily penalize the errant shot. Long and winding, there are only a few blind shots at Nemacolin but the course still demands accurate club selection, especially into the greens. While tournaments may not define Nemacolin, it’s the camaraderie among members that shapes its identity. Nemacolin Country Club, though not one of the area’s great courses, is a great gathering place and hub of area golf. And it's always accessible for a casual round and convivial atmosphere.
Rankings
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
Best in USA
Best in PA
Quick facts
- Location
- Beallsville, PA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1918
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Emil Loeffler, John McGlynn
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,741 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.5/128
- Course Vaults score
- 8.3
Getting there
Nemacolin Country Club sits in the rolling highlands of southwestern Pennsylvania, most readily accessed via Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), roughly ninety minutes to the northwest, or via the smaller but convenient Morgantown Personal Rapid Transit hub in West Virginia, each offering a graceful descent into the Laurel Highlands. The drive from Pittsburgh winds southeast through the Appalachian foothills, transitioning from interstate corridors into quieter state routes that climb gently toward Beallsville, where the landscape opens into the verdant valleys and forested ridges that define this corner of the region. Private aviation finds a natural home at nearby airstrips catering to the resort and regional clientele, eliminating the friction of commercial terminals for those seeking a more discreet arrival. The final miles unfold through a landscape of mature hardwoods and manicured grounds, delivering you to a sanctuary where championship golf and resort luxury have been quietly cultivated for generations.
FAQ
Common questions about Nemacolin
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Nemacolin has a Course Vaults score of 8.3 out of 10 based on 21 logged golfers.
Nemacolin was designed by Emil Loeffler and John McGlynn.
Nemacolin is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Nemacolin is 70.
Nemacolin plays 6,741 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Nemacolin is 128.
