Blackthorn Golf Club in South Bend
This Scottish links-style course was built on 220 acres of rolling terrain, woods and wetlands. The greens vary in size, but are relatively fast. Water hazards (wetlands and ponds) come into play on many holes. The signature hole is #16, a 137-yard, par 3, requiring a downhill tee shot from an elevated tee to a well-bunkered green that is surrounded by trees. The extra hole on this course is called "Super-Mulligan" because you can hack away to your heart's content, secure in the knowledge that nothing you do counts against your score. This hole derives its name from a stone set in the middle of the fairway. If you manage to hit the "Blackthorn Blarney Stone" with your tee shot, the reward is a free ball imprinted with the Blackthorn logo. This club hosted a U.S. Open qualifier in 1995. The Blackthorn Golf Academy is located on the premises. For more information, call (800) 450-4146.
| Address | 6100 Nimtz Pkwy | |
| City | South Bend | |
| State | Indiana | |
| Zip | 46628 | |
| Phone | 219-232-4653 | |
| info@blackthorngolf.com | ||
| Website | http://www.blackthorngolf.com | |
| Type | Public | |
| Holes | 18 holes | |
| Reservations | 14 Days in Advance -- Starting at 6:30 | |
| Pro Shop | On-Site -- Opens at 6:30 | |
| Year Built | 1994 | |
| Designer | Dr. Michael Hurdzan | |
| Type Of green | Bent Grass | |
| Hazards | Yes | |
| Guest Policy | Open | |
| Dress Code | No Denim, Collared Shirts Required | |
| Walking Allowed | Yes | |
| Cart Access | Course | |
| Caddies Available | No | |
| Club Rental | Yes | |
| Golf Car Rental | Yes | |
| Pull Cart Rental | No | |
| Senior Discounts | No | |
| Other Discounts | Twilight Rates and Junior Discounts | |
| Visa | Yes | |
| Master Card | Yes | |
| American Express | Yes | |
| Discover | No | |
| Driver Range | Hit from grass | |
| Chipping Area | Yes | |
| Practice Bunker | Yes | |
| Teaching Pro | Yes | |
| Golf School | Yes | |
| Food | Beer and Wine, Restaurant | |
| Blackthorn Golf Club Slope Ratings | Coming Soon |