Clearview Golf Club B

East Canton, OH 44730-9443

Clearview Golf Club
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Grade Breakdown

Overall B 82/100
Course Condition B 85/100
Design & Challenge B 80/100
Amenities C 75/100
Value B 82/100
Service C 70/100
Reputation A 95/100
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About This Course

Clearview Golf Club is a historic and well-maintained public course with rolling terrain, undulating greens, and a rich legacy as the first African American-owned golf course in the United States. It offers a challenging yet enjoyable experience for players of all skill levels, with notable holes and a strong sense of history. While the course may be more demanding for beginners, it is highly recommended for intermediate and advanced players looking for a strategic layout with character.

Course Info

18
72
Public
Bill Powell
1946
Rolling
Allowed

Green Fees

Weekday $20
Weekend $40

Practice Facilities

putting green chipping area

Signature Hole

Hole 9, a severe dogleg right par-4 that requires strategic shot placement and careful visualization of the approach.

Details

8410 Lincoln St SE, East Canton, OH
East Canton, OH
+13304880404

Who Should Play Here?

Beginner Playable

Beginners may find Clearview Golf Club challenging due to its undulating greens and strategic layout, but the course offers a rich historical experience that can be rewarding for those interested in golf's legacy. The rolling terrain and water hazards may require more course management than some beginner-friendly layouts.

  • Use the shorter tees to reduce yardage and focus on accuracy.
  • Take advantage of the practice green before playing.
Intermediate Recommended

Intermediate golfers will appreciate the strategic design and variety of hole layouts at Clearview. The course tests shot-making ability, especially on holes like the par-5 4th and the challenging par-4 3rd. The rolling terrain and undulating greens provide a good test of course management.

  • Focus on shot placement rather than distance, especially around the greens.
  • Use the shorter tees for par-5s to avoid overreaching.
Advanced Recommended

Advanced players will find Clearview Golf Club a rewarding challenge with its strategic layout, undulating greens, and historical significance. The course offers several signature holes that test precision and shot-making ability, making it a great option for competitive play.

  • Take advantage of the course's natural terrain to set up favorable angles.
  • Pay close attention to pin placement on small, tricky greens.

Tags

historic challenging well maintained strategic layout scenic water hazards
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