The front is in the Scottish style, which means it is somewhat open by appearance. The Scots believe in letting nature be a golf ball’s worst enemy. So as a result, the wind will have a dramatic effect on how each hole is played. Berms and mounds pervade the course and are coupled with over 30 sand traps to create a very unpleasant penalty for anyone unfortunate enough to explore their ridges or depths. Every hole has a large, undulating green that is extremely treacherous for even the most skillful golfer.
Water comes into play on three of the nine holes and in each case must be recognized and planned for in advance. The back nine features a 26-acre, man-made lake which creates a watery grave for misguided shots on five of the nine holes. Designed by Jerry Matthews, ASGCA, the Wallinwood Springs golf course opened in 1991. Par Five Golf Group manages this facility, with Tim Hartson as the General Partner.