Length is not the major focus on this beautiful course. Always in great condition, these fairways are easier to hit if you leave the driver in the bag. With a unique variety of holes here, you will probably end up hitting just about every other club in your bag. Practice up on your long putts, as these large greens have been known to cause problems for those not putting well.

This classic course, open only to members, is in excellent condition. While fairways are lined by deep rough, the main concern is the greens. Typically large, they are fast and contain hidden breaks that will make you scratch your head. Play the ball higher than you would think on putts that contain a large break.

Don't wait until the end of the round to tally some birdies, because this course's closing stretch can be brutal. With four different creeks winding throughout the demanding course, shot accuracy is at a premium. You'll occasionally need to take the slope of the rolling fairways into consideration as you attempt to place your tee shots in an area that will not be blocked by overhanging trees on the approach.

MASON. This excellent layout features three 9-hole courses that can be played in three 18-hole configurations. All very similar, these courses are characterized by long, tree-lined fairways, a number of hazards, and large greens. Be careful off the tee since several of these holes are doglegs and, if you don't turn the ball into the dogleg, you could end up through the fairway. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the courses offer a lot to enjoy.

This long course is located in the middle of a heavily wooded state park and offers a challenging test for all golfers. The tree line bordering these fairways will cause problems for off-line tee shots and erratic approaches. Choose your clubs carefully to avoid the numerous greenside bunkers, and to place your approaches in the correct section of these tiered, undulating greens.