About Us
Situated on the west side of Franklin County, Thorn Apple Country Club delivers a classic golfing experience steeped in challenge and charm. Designed by Jack Kidwell and opened in 1966, this 18-hole semi-private course stretches over 7,000 yards from the back tees with a par of 72, featuring generous bentgrass greens and bluegrass fairways framed by 11 holes with water hazards with strategic bunkers throughout that test every skill level. Located at 1051 Alton Darby Creek Road in Hilliard, it’s a quick 15-minute drive from downtown Columbus via I-70, offering easy access alongside a serene, nature-rich setting where golfers might spot redtail hawks, geese and other wildlife mid-round. Thorn Apple provides an affordable yet rewarding outing, blending wide-open spaces for long hitters with tricky holes like the 245-yard par-3, all maintained in excellent condition for a standout Columbus golf destination.