Longaberger Golf Club
Nashport, Ohio
An Arthur Hills design in the Muskingum Valley east of Columbus, Longaberger is widely considered one of the finest public courses in Ohio. The dramatic layout features 200 feet of elevation change through rolling Appalachian foothills with panoramic valley views and immaculate conditioning.
History & Heritage
Originally Longaberger Golf Club (built by the Longaberger basket company), now The Virtues Golf Club after a 2013 sale to Four Virtues Inc. Designed by Arthur Hills and opened in 1999 in the Muskingum Valley east of Columbus. Ranked in Golf Digest\'s Top 100 Public Courses — universally regarded as the best public course in Ohio.
The dramatic terrain features elevation changes up to 150+ feet through Appalachian foothills. The club staff says all 18 holes could be signature holes elsewhere.
Signature Holes
Features a stomach-dropping 150-foot elevation plunge from tee to green — one of the most dramatic tee shots in Midwestern golf. The panoramic valley views from the elevated tee are spectacular.
What to Expect
A 7,243-yard parkland layout with elevation changes up to 150+ feet through Appalachian foothills. Wide fairways but constant uneven lies from the terrain. Immaculate conditioning — lush fairways, smooth greens, well-raked bunkers.
Public at $55-100. Despite the name change, many golfers still call it "Longaberger." A destination course — golfers travel hours to play it.
Playing Tips
Elevation changes make club selection tricky — downhill shots fly farther, uphill plays longer.
Use a cart to survive the terrain. Greens run true and reasonably fast.
The course is wide off the tee but the hilly terrain demands solid footing.
Highlights
- ✓ Among Ohio's finest public courses
- ✓ 200 feet of elevation change
- ✓ Arthur Hills design in Appalachian foothills
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the name change?
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