ODESSA NATIONAL GOLF CLUB
🇺🇸 Townsend, DE, USA
Designed by Gil Hanse, Joel Weiman


Odessa National, carved from the rolling farmland of southern Delaware, offers a challenge that rewards strategic thinking as much as brute force. Designed in the modern era, its open fairways and expansive bunkers belie the subtle contours that can punish errant approaches. Favoring a player who can work the ball, Odessa National tests shot-shaping abilities with well-placed hazards and doglegs that demand careful club selection.
The original design was crafted to harmonize with the surrounding landscape, using the natural undulations to create a course that feels both challenging and fair. Recent refinements have only enhanced its playability, solidifying its reputation as a stern but enjoyable test for golfers of all skill levels.
While not a frequent stop on the professional tour circuit, Odessa National is a favored destination for regional amateurs and competitive club members. Post-round gatherings often center around the club's grill, known for its hearty fare and friendly atmosphere – a testament to the close-knit community that has formed around this unassuming Delaware gem.
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FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Odessa National at Odessa National Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 7.1 out of 10 based on 3 explicit golfer ratings.
Odessa National was designed by Gil Hanse and Joel Weiman.
Yes. Odessa National at Odessa National Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Odessa National is 72.
Odessa National plays 6,961 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Odessa National is 136.