100 SunBelt Pkwy,
Birmingham, Alabama AL 35211
The Course:
18 holes. Tree-lined parkland. Undulating terrain - several slopes to climb, with some long tee-to-green walks.
Surroundings:
Woodland.
Designer:
Robert Trent Jones Sr.
18-hole par-72 Valley Course (7149 yds from back tees); 18-hole par-54 Short Course (3360 yds from mens tees).
33.419460
-86.877866
8 miles SW of Birmingham
From the I-65 (just south of Birmingham), take exit 255 and head west on Lakeshore Parkway. After approx 2.5 miles turn left at Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail sign into Shannon Wenonah Road. After 1.3 miles turn left into Sunbelt Parkway and follow signs to golf clubhouse.
Oxmoor Valley (Ridge)
RTJ Golf Trail - Oxmoor Valley (Ridge course): Here at Oxmoor Valley on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, 36-holes of sumptuous championship golf await, but you'll have to decide for yourself if you prefer the more classical Valley course or the thrills-and-spills of the roller-coaster Ridge course. The Ridge's opening downhill par-4 and subsequent back-to-back par 5's will acclimatise you to the significant elevation changes and tumbling fairways that characterise much of the layout, most especially on the front nine. Rocky bluffs, occasional water hazards and large undulating greens all contribute to the sense of challenge, fun and drama on the Ridge course. Some of the carries from the tees, over ravines, gullies and water will strongly influence your success or otherwise at each hole.
There are many visually impressive and captivating holes, such as the plunging downhill par-3 8th, played to a water-surrounded green. One of the best however, is saved until the very end. The par-5, stroke-index 1, 18th has the least amount of undulation of any hole as it runs along the top of a scenic wooded ridge back to the clubhouse. In this mainly tree-lined natural environment, where houses and roads are completely absent, Robert Trent Jones has created another course to savour - but don't for a moment expect to shoot your handicap on a first outing.
Visitors welcome on weekdays and weekends.
Must book in advance. Bookings can be made directly with each course or via Central Reservations on +1 (800) 949 4444 (toll free) or +1 (205) 942 0444 or e-mail to reservationsrequest@rtj.com.
Credit cards accepted. Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2018].
Walking permitted at certain times. Golf carts available to rent.
Good
From the rocky bluffs and excavations particularly around the par-4 4th and par-3 5th holes, you may not be surprised to discover that Oxmoor Valley was established on former mining land owned by U.S. Steel. Not far from Ross Bridge is the steel making town of Bessemer, named after the English engineer, Sir Henry Bessemer, who gave his name to one of the key pieces of equipment used in early steel making, the Bessemer Converter. >> ABOUT THE RTJ TRAIL (See Where2Golf.com entry for Silver Lakes - Did You Know section).
4000 Grand Ave, Hoover, AL 35226
+1 (205) 916 7677
Visit websiteRoss Bridge Golf Resort & Spa is an upscale full service resort, convenient to the city's business centers and attractions. The resort reflects a comfortable sophistication using natural materials accented by modern services. DIRECTIONS : See How2Get There above.
Ross Bridge
Oxmoor Valley (Valley and Ridge courses)
Bent Brook; Eagle Point
30 State Farm Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35209
+1 (205) 313 2060
Visit websiteThe Hampton Inn Birmingham I-65 / Lakeshore Drive is located just off I-65, only five miles from downtown Birmingham. DIRECTIONS : From I-65 take exit 255 (Lakeshore Drive). Head west on Wildwood Pkwy, then right on State Farm Pkwy.
No
Oxmoor Valley (Valley and Ridge courses); Ross Bridge.
Bent Brook; Eagle Point
Tournaments:
2021 Opens: whether by accident or design, four of the top five mens’ Open Championships played in the British Isles occupy consecutive weeks in July: the Irish Open (1-4), Scottish Open (8-11), The Open (15-18) and Wales Open (22-25). The recently relaunched English Open is scheduled for early-August.
Hoag Classic: Ernie Els defends his title in this prestigious PGA Tour Champions event, played since 1991 at the Newport Beach Country Club, CA (Mar 5-7).
Who's Who:
Brooks Koepka: won his second Phoenix Open title, with a chip-in eagle at TPC Scottsdale’s short par-4 17th included in his final round.
Annika Sörenstam: the legendary Swede makes a return to the LPGA Tour in the Gainbridge LPGA, to be played at Lake Nona, her home club (Feb 25-28).
Traigh Golf Course (pronounced "try", and meaning "beach" in Gaelic): You'll find this nine-hole seaside gem on the scenic coast road (as opposed to the more inland and quicker A830) between Arisaig and Morar. Although not on the well-beaten path of Scotland's "trophy" courses, if you are passing through this area, it's a must play.
Read More...
Cullen Links Golf Club: "immensely scenic", "quirky as golf can get", "short!", "hugely enjoyable" ... Cullen Links attracts as wide a variety of comments as it lays down golfing challenges. Shoehorned into this 4,600 yard treasure trove are ten par-3s, seven par-4s and a good-length par-5. Here you'll find all the seaside scenery a golfer could ask for, and a lot more besides. Read More...
You can subscribe to the Where2Golf channel on YT if you like to see more video content. You'll find a "Subscribe" button on any of our YouTube videos. Or if you want a quick and direct access subscribe here. Once done, any new published videos will show up in your Subscriptions feed.
