
North Course
Thunderbird Hills Golf Course




About this course
Thunderbird Hills Golf Course in Huron, Ohio features two eighteen-hole layouts, with the North Course representing one half of this northern Ohio facility. Designed by Richard Palmer, the course serves the Lake Erie region's golfing community in a town situated along the lakeshore between Cleveland and Toledo. The property lies in Erie County, an area characterized by relatively flat to gently rolling terrain typical of the glaciated plains that define much of northern Ohio's landscape. The North Course at Thunderbird Hills operates as a public facility, providing accessible golf in a region where lakeside recreation draws both local residents and seasonal visitors. Palmer's design work reflects mid-to-late twentieth-century public course architecture, emphasizing playability across skill levels while incorporating the natural topography available on the site. The routing likely takes advantage of any elevation changes present in this coastal plain setting, where mature tree growth and water features often define hole corridors and strategic interest. Huron's location on Lake Erie means the course experiences the moderating effects of the Great Lakes climate, with playing conditions influenced by proximity to the water. The facility serves both daily-fee players and those seeking straightforward, traditional golf without the formality of private club membership. As part of a thirty-six-hole complex, the North Course contributes to Thunderbird Hills' role as a regional destination for recreational golf in Ohio's northern tier.
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
- Huron, OH, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1960
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Richard Palmer
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,336 yards
- Difficulty
- 69.6/115
- Course Vaults score
- 7.1
Getting there
Thunderbird Hills Golf Course sits in the quiet farmland of northern Ohio, roughly two hours south of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), the region's primary commercial gateway. The drive unfolds across the flat, open terrain of the Sandusky Plain, where the landscape gradually transitions from suburban sprawl to the rolling agricultural countryside that defines this corner of the state. Private aviation options are available through nearby regional facilities, though the leisurely highway approach - cutting through small towns and past the distinctive character of rural Erie County - offers its own unhurried charm as you draw closer to the club's welcoming gates in Huron.

FAQ
Common questions about North at Thunderbird Hills Golf Course
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
North at Thunderbird Hills Golf Course has a Course Vaults score of 7.1 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.
North was designed by Richard Palmer.
Yes. North at Thunderbird Hills Golf Course is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at North is 72.
North plays 6,336 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at North is 115.



