Sawmill Creek Golf Course

Sawmill Creek Golf Course sits along the southern shore of Lake Erie in Huron, Ohio, part of a resort property that has served the region since the mid-twentieth century. Tom Fazio designed the course, which opened in the 1970s during his early independent career. The layout occupies rolling terrain characteristic of Ohio's Erie shoreline, with mature tree corridors and water features integrated throughout the routing. The course plays through a mix of wooded and open areas, with elevation changes that provide variety in stance and approach angles. Several holes incorporate creeks and ponds that influence strategy, particularly on approach shots where water hazards guard greens. The property's lakeside setting means prevailing winds off Lake Erie can affect play, especially on exposed holes. Fazio's design emphasizes playability for resort guests while maintaining strategic interest through green contouring and hazard placement. Sawmill Creek functions primarily as a resort amenity, serving both overnight guests and daily-fee players from the surrounding region. The course complements the property's lodge, marina, and conference facilities, making it a destination for group outings and leisure rounds rather than competitive golf. Its location between Cleveland and Toledo positions it within reach of Ohio's northern population centers, and the lakeside setting distinguishes it from inland courses in the state.