Laurel Hill Golf Course

General Course Description

Laurel Hill Golf Course is a 9-hole, public, executive course between Medford and Grants Pass. From the log cabin that serves as a clubhouse (with a small pro shop and a good cafe) to the thick pine – and oak – forested course, this course has a mountain feel (even with I-5 running next to some holes). With five par 3s and four par 4s (none longer than 310 yards), the holes are so tight, either by trees or by turns or by both, you will want to leave your woods behind. The fairways are mixed and a tad long and sometimes potted, but in remarkably good condition considering how shady the fairways are. The greens are a bit slow but generally consistant. Laurel Hill Golf Course is a little rolling but short; a very nice walk in the forest.

Course History

Opened in 1977 on the former Chavner Thompson property. Built by Harvey Granger, it has been in the family ever since, with Mr. Granger’s son and family presently the owner/operators.

Why It Is There

Although he was a farmer for many years, Mr. Granger and his brother built a 9-hole public course near Fremont, California.  Mr. Granger thought that a similar course would do well in the Medford area. Now his descendants keep it going.

I Wish I Would Have Known Before I Played

Accuracy is the priority. On both the 7th and 9th narrow, tree-lined, par-4 dogleg holes, you want your drive to end up in a 15-yard circle around the 150-yard post to have a good shot to the green and avoid the trees. And on the 6th hole, do not go past the pin, as it is impossible to stop the ball going down the steep green.

Did You Know

The course was the first executive course built in the area.

Good For Them

They hold cornhole tournaments on the driving range. They hold the Gary Snow Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit Rogue River High School and an annual golf tournament benefitting Rogue River FC. It is the home course for Rogue River High School.

Why Play This Course

With the abundance of trees and the log cabin (with a good sized porch) clubhouse, it is a unique place. As an executive course with an accomodating staff, it is a friendly place with a fast play. Although accessible to all skill levels, this course will force you to hit the ball straight. In addition, with so many trees, it can be the coolest place to play on hot summer days in Southern Oregon.

General

• • Type: 9-hole public executive course
  • Price: $
  • Phone/webpage: (541)855-7965/www.laurelhillgolf.com
  • Address: 9450 Old Stage Road, Gold Hill, Oregon 97502
  • Owner: Granger Associates, Inc.
  • Designer: Harvey Granger
  • Pros: Mike Piaxxini (lessons)
  • Practice Facilities:  Driving range on grass (some covered), practice chipping area, two practice greens; the practice areas are open 24 hours
  • Pro Shop: Some clothing, minimal equipment
  • Food: Harvey’s Grill, a nice cafe with burgers, sandwiches, sodas, and beer, is in the log cabin but only open Saturday and Sunday; pro shop has sandwiches, soda, and beer all week
  • Bathrooms: Improved in clubhouse and a port-a-potty on the course
  • Yardage Markers: 150 and 100 posts; no pin-placement information (greens are small)
  • Clothing: No tank tops; t-shirts and jeans are OK
  • Walkable: Very
  • Spikes: Soft only
  • Shoe Cleaning: Brush and air hose
  • Rentals: All
  • Open all year