Golfers who are long-time fans of the sport say that there are numerous benefits to playing the game. There are obvious benefits such as improving your health via exercise, sunshine, and fresh air and then there are those you might not think of at first. Some say it helps them to relax and de-stress, to improve business and personal relationships, and even make new friends. Others tout the challenge as improving their self-esteem and building character through perseverance. Any way you look at it, golf is a pretty wholesome activity that many people enjoy.
There are a number of noteworthy Smith Mountain Lake Golf Courses at or near the lake which are avidly attended by golfing enthusiasts. Some are public and some are private, but each course has its own personality and charm and will appeal to a variety of players. Tournaments are held at various times of the year and there is something for everyone.
Westlake Golf and Country Club
Borders beautiful Smith Mtn. Lake
Dress code, Semi-Private, bent grass
Hardy, Va
Phone: (540) 721-4215
Willow Creek Country Club
Private club since 1960
Dress code, water hazards, bent grass
Rocky Mt, VA
(540) 483-0797
Mariner’s Landing Golf and Country Club
Wooded Course, Semi-Private, Great views
Dress Code, bent grass, water hazards
Huddleston, VA
Phone:(540) 297-9393
Water’s Edge: The Golf Course
Private, Surrounded by Smith Mtn. Lake
Dress code, bent grass, large greens
Penhook, VA
Phone:(540) 576-1556
The Waterfront Country Club
Private, bent grass, water hazards
Dress code, sand bunkers
Moneta, VA
Phone: (540) 721-2397
Copper Cove: Public Golf Course
https://www.golfthewestlake.com/
For players of all Levels
Hardy, VA
540-721-4214
