Whitetail Run Golf Course

Whitetail Run Golf Course sits in Franklin, Pennsylvania, a small city in Venango County in the northwestern part of the state. Designed by Owen Kaltenbaugh and opened in the mid-1990s, the course occupies rolling terrain characteristic of the region's transition between the Allegheny Plateau and the valleys carved by French Creek and the Allegheny River system. The layout takes advantage of natural elevation changes and wooded corridors that frame many holes, with fairways routed through a mix of open and tree-lined spaces. The course measures around 6,400 yards from the back tees and plays as a par 72, offering a straightforward test suited to recreational golfers and local players. The design incorporates water hazards on several holes, typically in the form of ponds or creek crossings that require careful club selection on approach shots. Bunkering is moderate, with greenside sand protecting several putting surfaces. The greens themselves feature modest undulation, rewarding accurate iron play without presenting extreme slopes. Whitetail Run serves primarily as a daily-fee facility for the Franklin area and surrounding communities in northwestern Pennsylvania. The course provides a traditional parkland experience in a region where golf options are more limited compared to the state's urban centers, making it a familiar venue for area golfers seeking accessible play in a natural setting.