Old Warson Country Club

Old Warson Country Club, carved into the rolling landscape west of St. Louis, is hallowed ground for Midwestern golf. A monument to classic parkland design from the Golden Age, the course's undulating fairways and subtly contoured greens reward strategic play more than brute strength. Long considered one of the most challenging courses in the region, Old Warson favors players who can shape the ball and manage the persistent doglegs that define many of its holes. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., Old Warson immediately established itself as a test for the best. Later, the course underwent a restoration by Keith Foster, which brought it back to its original intent and strategy. Old Warson's most visible moment came in 1971, when it hosted the Ryder Cup, marking a significant chapter in American golf history. The club has long been known for its membership drawn from the city's business and civic leaders. It fosters a sense of tradition and commitment that runs as deep as the roots of the ancient oaks lining its fairways, and is known for its members playing "ready golf" to get rounds in before their business day. A quiet, understated excellence permeates Old Warson, solidifying its place as a stalwart of Midwestern golf.