
Sultans Run Course
Sultans Run Golf Course

About this course
Sultans Run, carved into the rolling hills north of Jasper, Indiana, stakes its reputation on a challenge that rewards power and penalizes waywardness in equal measure. This modern layout unfolds across a landscape where generous fairways belie the strategic placement of hazards. Length is undeniably an advantage here, with many holes encouraging aggressive lines off the tee. Don't let the width fool you; approach shots demand accuracy to navigate the undulating greens protected by deep bunkers. Designed by Tim Liddy, a Pete Dye disciple, Sultans Run is a testament to Dye's influence, particularly in its bold shaping and visually intimidating features. Water comes into play on several holes, demanding strategic decision-making from tee to green. While Sultans Run hasn't hosted major championships, its reputation as a demanding test of golf has made it a popular venue for regional amateur events and US Open qualifiers. Sultans Run holds a respected position within the Indiana golf landscape, known for its championship-caliber layout and commitment to providing a challenging yet fair test for golfers of all skill levels. While it may not have the national acclaim of some of its more storied peers, the course offers a unique and memorable golfing experience. After your round, the clubhouse is known amongst members for it's Hoosier tenderloin sandwich - a local favorite that never disappoints.
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 IN
Quick facts
- Location
- Jasper, IN, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1992
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Tim Liddy
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,859 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.4/136
- Course Vaults score
- 7.8
Getting there
The journey to Sultans Run Golf Course begins at either Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, roughly an hour south across the Ohio River, or Evansville Regional Airport to the west - both offering straightforward access to Indiana's wooded interior. From Louisville, Interstate 64 carries you northwest through rolling farmland and patches of dense hardwood forest before peeling off toward Jasper, a tidy German-heritage town tucked into the hills of Dubois County. The final miles wind through quiet two-lanes where the landscape opens and closes in gentle rhythm, delivering you to a course that feels purposefully removed from the everyday, yet never far from reach.

FAQ
Common questions about Sultans Run
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Sultans Run has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 55 logged golfers.
Sultans Run was designed by Tim Liddy.
Yes. Sultans Run is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Sultans Run is 72.
Sultans Run plays 6,859 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Sultans Run is 136.



