Nemacolin, Pennsylvania’s premier luxury golf resort destination, has been named by USA TODAY as No. 8 among the 10BEST Golf Destinations in the U.S. for an exceptional golf getaway.
“We are honored to be recognized as one of the top golf destinations in the United States by USA TODAY,” said Nemacolin’s Director of Golf Operations Chris Anderson. “So many consider Nemacolin, with our two world-class Pete Dye championship golf courses, and The Nemacolin Golf Academy, to be a bit of a ‘hidden gem,’ but a growing number of discerning golf travelers are discovering the magic of a golf vacation in the majestic Laurel Highlands.
“The golf experience here is unforgettable and when you pair that with the adventurous and indulgent array of off-course activities and amenities, there’s truly nothing that compares to a Nemacolin getaway.”
The USA TODAY 10BEST Golf Destinations and Resorts were carefully curated by a panel of subject matter experts and USA TODAY 10 Best editors before being voted on by the public.
Walking the fairways of Mystic Rock, the realization that guests are playing a special golf course is inescapable. The hole designs are imaginative. They ask the golfer to use creativity, brawn sometimes, and problem-solving throughout. The everyday conditions on this layout, and its sister course Shepherd’s Rock, are pristine enough to hold a tour event at a moment’s notice.
Shepherd’s Rock is a different kind of enigma. It features more generous landing areas off the tee, but tougher approach shots and absolutely vexing greens. While Mystic Rock hits home with a gripping variety of holes a shot values, Shepherd’s Rock does the same in a ruggedly beautiful natural setting with a quirkier flow and fun pace.
Before taking on Pete Dye’s challenges at Mystic Rock and Shepherd’s Rock, one might consider a lesson or tune-up with all the state-of-the-art toys inside The Nemacolin Golf Academy. This golfer’s indoor dreamscape features four spacious, customized hitting bays which can open up to the 25-station driving range that sits adjacent to two short-game practice areas and a large putting green.
The Golf Academy, which also features a dedicated, 1,000-square-foot putting room, is optimized for expert golf training and club fitting from Director of Instruction Michael LaBella and his team.
Located in Farmington in the Allegheny Mountains (about one hour southeast of Pittsburgh), Nemacolin features spa treatments, afternoon tea, and the Casino at Nemacolin.
Guests also have access activities that include a ropes course, whitewater rafting, jeeping, clay-target shooting, and signature Whiskey Tasting in the Hardy Room.
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