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The Virtues Golf Club was formerly known as Longaberger Golf Club and consistently ranks in Golf Digest’s Top 100 Public Courses in America, holding the number one public course spot in Ohio.
About
Virtues Golf Club is Ohio’s top-ranked public course, designed by Arthur Hills in 1999. Known for its championship-quality layout, the course weaves through dramatic ridges and valleys, offering numerous elevation changes, panoramic views, and challenging holes amid a parkland setting. Renowned for excellent conditions, strategic bunkering, and scenic beauty, it appeals to all skill levels.
Caddie Tip
Pay careful attention to the elevation changes throughout the round—shots tend to play shorter than yardage on downhill approaches. On the signature 4th hole, favor placement over length to set up the best angle for your second shot; the greens tend to run true but can be quick, so stay below the hole wherever possible.
The Main Challenge
Virtues’ greatest challenge comes from its dramatic elevation changes and strategically placed bunkers and water hazards. Approaches often require precision and correct club selection due to swirling winds and uneven lies. The back nine, especially holes 14–18, demand excellent shot-making and course management to score well and finish strong.
The Good
Golfers rave about the course’s scenic vistas, excellent conditioning, and the dramatic routing through the rolling hills. The holes deliver a memorable mix of challenge and beauty, particularly the thrilling elevation drops and panoramic views, which consistently leave a lasting impression and make repeat plays highly enjoyable.
The Not So Good
Many golfers comment that rough areas can be quite penal and that lost balls are a risk off the fairway. Practice facilities are strong, but some wish for more short-game options and higher attention to bunker consistency, especially after heavy weather.
Signature Hole:
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4
Hole 4 is a dramatic par 5 playing 563 yards from the back tees, featuring a thrilling 150-foot elevation drop. The tee shot launches from a high perch with panoramic views, demanding an accurate drive. The fairway then winds downhill, setting up a risk-reward approach into a green protected by bunkers and surrounded by natural beauty.
Clubhouse
Amenities include a 60,000-square-foot clubhouse offering fine dining at The Overlook Restaurant with panoramic views of the finishing hole, banquet and event spaces, locker rooms, a fully stocked golf shop, and beverage service. The venue is popular for weddings, tournaments, and group outings.
Practice Facilities
The club features a full grass driving range, large putting green, and short-game area with pitching and chipping practice. PGA professional instruction and group clinics are available. Range access is included with greens fees and is open before and after play during the main season.
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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