
Olde Stonewall Course
Olde Stonewall Golf Club


About this course
Olde Stonewall, nestled in the rolling hills outside Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, presents a bold challenge to golfers willing to test their mettle against its dramatic landscape. Built in the late 1990s, the course carves its way through a landscape that blends manicured fairways with rugged, natural terrain. The layout is a modern design that demands strategic shot-making; its undulating greens and strategically placed bunkers penalize imprecision severely while rewarding audacious play. Favoring those who can shape the ball, Olde Stonewall presents a variety of doglegs and elevation changes, ensuring no two holes play alike. Designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry, Olde Stonewall immediately established itself as one of the most visually arresting courses in Western Pennsylvania. The architecture team leveraged the region’s unique topography to create a course defined by its stark contrasts – meticulously sculpted bunkers against the backdrop of untamed woodlands. The design philosophy prioritizes both playability and aesthetics, offering multiple routes to the green while maintaining a distinctly challenging character. The club, while not hosting major championships, maintains a reputation within the region for its challenging layout and commitment to the traditions of the game. Olde Stonewall is known for its close-knit membership drawn from the surrounding communities.
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 PA
Quick facts
- Location
- Elwood City, PA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1999
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Dr. Michael Hurdzan, Dana Fry
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 7,103 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.3/149
- Course Vaults score
- 7.7
Getting there
The journey to Olde Stonewall Golf Club begins at Pittsburgh International Airport, roughly forty-five minutes northwest of the course. From the terminal, the drive traces Interstate 376 and State Route 65 north along the Ohio River valley before turning inland toward Ellwood City, where the industrial heritage of western Pennsylvania gradually yields to rolling farmland and wooded ridges. The final miles wind through quiet Lawrence County backroads, the landscape opening to reveal Olde Stonewall's secluded hilltop setting - a serene arrival that feels purposefully removed from the bustle of the Steel City.

FAQ
Common questions about Olde Stonewall
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Olde Stonewall has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 63 logged golfers.
Olde Stonewall was designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry.
Yes. Olde Stonewall is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Olde Stonewall is 70.
Olde Stonewall plays 7,103 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Olde Stonewall is 149.





