The Stearns Golf Course has had many faces over the years and it has had some facelifts to improve the course but the most recent one is the best yet. Every green is in excellent shape with the exception of #5 which has a few small bare spots. I cut my teeth on this golf course 42 years ago and had not played it for several years. But today I pleasantly surprised at the condition. I gave it a four star only because the fairways only have grass and many bare places. If they could get a Bermuda or Zoysia or some hybrid to grow it would be a nice little nine hole five star. Let’s start with #1 Hole. This hole has been completely rebuilt and you better bring your big stick. It’s a whopping 210 yard par three across the creek and the valley. #2 has also been rebuilt at 145 yard par three. The pond in front of the green guards anything hit short. #3 and #4 are straight away par fours at around 350 yards. #5 is another green that has been completely rebuilt and is now a two tier green. It’s only a 250 yard par four but a large tree on the left poses a threat to any shot hit straight off of he tee box. A nice draw around the tree will get you close the green on a drive. #9 is another par three that requires a big hit off the tee at 210 yards.

Hole 1 gnats Hole 2 gnats Hole 3 gnats Hole4 no gnats Hole 5 no gnats Hole 6 gnats Hole 7 no gnats Hole 8 where the Hole Hole 9 gnats I think the holes without the gnats flying in your face was cause of the breeze on those holes . The course is a small 9 Holes . Staff didn't seem to really care whatever was on his phone was more important then giving a new person a lay of the course. Sparking up conversation while one wait for the other to use the restroom. I played today cause my normal one was closed and drove 35 more mins to play

Great relaxing course, gnats are a bit of a problem on holes 3 and 4. The greens could use a little bit of work but don’t make putts un-playable. Great clear lines to the holes, decent fairways, decent golf carts. Overall good experience, especially for the price. 4/5 stars.

Stearns is a beautiful historical community full of history. Grab a bite to eat at the Whistle Stop and ride the rails on the Big South Fork Scenic Railway to Blue Heron. Lots of lovely shops for that special gift, and one of a kind pottery at Pottery by Mehg.

Great golf course. Plays very well, and prices are good.