I have been going to Thorn Apple for the past 10 years. I booked a tee time thinking I was getting the same old Thorn Apple experience—but boy was I pleasantly surprised! The new ownership has made fantastic changes—from phenomenal new carts (the most comfortable carts I’ve used anywhere) to the improved parking lot to much improved shape of the grass itself. I hesitated to leave this review so I could gatekeep it…but I think the new ownership deserves the credit!

Thorn Apple is the best public golf course in the Columbus area IMO. I'm writing this review in mid August after playing here in the past week. Course is in great shape during these dog days. Tees, fairways, and greens all in good shape. Physical changes to clubhouse, new carts, and online booking implemented this year. Great staff, reasonable rates, and good food/drink prices will have me coming back!

Fairways are in rough and spotty at best condition. It looks like they are trying to save on irrigation…. The whole course is drier than an asphalt parking lot! Hole markers are peeling paint and flaking off. Green side bunkers are concrete. Disappointed to say the least…. Would not recommend to anyone. The pro shop and rangers were rude and had a very bad attitude… for a course trying to put themselves out as a ‘Golf Club’, they need to get a clue on what that entails.

Played here twice in a week Monday and Thursday, course is fantastic condition, pro shop associates friendly, professional especially the young lady who went out of her way to help me set up an account to book online. Another special recognition to the fantastic drink attendant happy go lucky. Love this course, new owners moving in the right direction. Will definitely be back before seasons end A very happy golfer!!!

This is still one of my favorite courses in Columbus. It’s wide open, plays long, and is great for both beginners, hacks, Low handicappers, and casual players. 80% of the challenge on this course is on approach and the greens. Heard there were new owners who had online tee time booking up and running within a week. Also a great bar. The only bad thing I can say about it is the parking lot needs updated and expanded.