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Mystic Rock hosted the PGA TOUR’s 84 Lumber Classic from 2003 to 2006, drawing some of the world’s best professionals to test its challenging layout.
About
Mystic Rock at Nemacolin Resort is a Pete Dye-designed, mountain-style course in western Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands. Opened in 1995, it is known for dramatic elevation changes, challenge, and tour-tested architecture. Renowned for conditioning and hospitality, Mystic Rock has hosted PGA events and is consistently ranked among the top public courses in the United States.
Caddie Tip
Many holes require risk-reward decisions—play conservatively off the tee to avoid Pete Dye’s notorious bunkering and aim for the center of greens to avoid false fronts. Consult your caddie for reads on Mystic Rock’s fast, subtly undulating greens; local knowledge is especially valuable on approach shots with elevation change.
The Main Challenge
Mystic Rock’s primary challenge comes from its length, penal rough, and Pete Dye’s signature bunkering and visual deception. Greens are large but often elevated, with severe slopes and runoffs requiring precision on approach shots and superior touch around the greens. Significant elevation changes add complexity to club selection and distance control.
The Good
Golfers praise the exceptional course conditions, panoramic mountain views, and service levels at Mystic Rock. The layout is challenging, yet playable, offering memorable holes and dramatic elevation changes. The resort amenities and hospitality enhance the experience, making it a top destination for both serious players and groups seeking a luxury golf getaway.
The Not So Good
The green fee is among the highest in the region, making it less accessible for some. Some players note tough rough and occasionally slow play due to the challenge and traffic as frequent negatives. Walkability is rated difficult due to severe elevation changes, with most opting for carts to navigate the course effectively.
Signature Hole:
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18
The par-4 18th at Mystic Rock is a dramatic finishing hole with an elevated tee, demanding a bold carry over a large water hazard. The approach requires accuracy to an amphitheater-style green bordered by stone outcroppings, bunkers, and water, creating a memorable and challenging conclusion to the round.
Clubhouse
The clubhouse features upscale locker rooms, a well-stocked pro shop, on-site dining, and lounge areas overlooking the course. Guests can expect high-quality food and beverage service, attentive staff, and access to resort amenities such as spa, accommodations, and recreation options, all enhancing the overall experience.
Practice Facilities
Extensive practice facilities include a full driving range with grass tees, large putting greens, and a short game area with bunkers. The resort’s golf academy offers lessons, clinics, and club fitting using state-of-the-art technology, aimed at both casual and serious players seeking to improve.
Dress Code:
Standard
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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