North Bend Golf Course

North Bend Golf Course occupies land within North Bend State Park in Harrisville, West Virginia, situated in the north-central part of the state. The course was designed by Frank Beems and operates as a public facility within the West Virginia state park system. The property lies in the hilly terrain characteristic of the region, where the North Fork of the Hughes River winds through forested valleys and ridgelines. The routing works with the natural topography of the area, incorporating elevation changes and wooded corridors typical of Appalachian foothill golf. Players encounter holes that move through mature hardwood forests and open into clearings with views of the surrounding parkland. The design reflects the practical approach common to mid-century public courses built in state parks, where golf is one recreational amenity among hiking trails, lodging, and other outdoor activities. North Bend serves both local golfers from the Parkersburg area and visitors to the state park who seek a round in a natural setting. The course provides a straightforward test of golf without extensive modern conditioning or elaborate features, maintaining the character of a regional public facility. The surrounding park offers additional amenities including a lodge and cabin rentals, making the golf course part of a broader destination for outdoor recreation in West Virginia's interior highlands.