The Inside Swing

Money Hill Golf & Country Club

Abita Springs, Louisiana

Private Club · 18 Holes · Par 72 · 7,058 yds · Members Only · 4.2

A Ron Garl design on the Northshore in Abita Springs across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans, Money Hill is a well-regarded private club through rolling piney-woods terrain. The 7,058-yard layout features mature longleaf pine corridors, strategic water features, and gentle elevation changes unusual for the Louisiana landscape.

History & Heritage

Money Hill was designed by Ron Garl and opened in 1998 in the piney-woods landscape of the Northshore in Abita Springs, across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans. Ranked first in Louisiana by Golf Digest in their Best in State rankings.

The rolling terrain has more elevation change than any course in the metro area — unusual for Louisiana. Dense longleaf pine corridors demand accuracy. Located about 45 minutes from downtown New Orleans across the Causeway. Near Abita Brewing Company.

Signature Holes

13
Hole 13 Par 4 · 430 yards

One of several holes winding through dense pine corridors with elevation changes unusual for Louisiana. The piney-woods terrain creates a completely different golf experience from the flat courses across the lake.

What to Expect

Challenging private club in quiet piney-woods setting. More elevation than any metro-area course. Pine-lined fairways penalize errant tee shots. Rolling terrain means uneven lies — unusual for Louisiana.

Private — ranked No. 1 in Louisiana by Golf Digest.

Playing Tips

Pine corridors penalize errant drives severely. The rolling terrain creates uneven lies uncommon for Louisiana golf.

Bermuda greens can be tricky in summer heat.

Highlights

  • Rolling piney-woods terrain on the Northshore
  • Mature longleaf pine corridors
  • Gentle elevation changes unusual for Louisiana

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really #1 in Louisiana?
Ranked first in Louisiana by Golf Digest Best in State. The rolling piney-woods terrain is unlike anything else in the metro area.

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