Maketewah Country Club
Logo: A Native American chief's head in profile facing right, wearing a black-and-white feathered war bonnet with dark red accents.
Course at a glance
Maketewah Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Cincinnati, Ohio (45237). The course was designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1919. From the Black tees, Maketewah Country Club plays to 6,809 yards at par 71. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,216 to 6,809 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 76% of rated golf courses in Ohio. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 61-70 bunkers. Tee times at Maketewah Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Maketewah Country Club
Maketewah Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Cincinnati, Ohio (45237). The course was designed by Donald Ross and established in 1919. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,809 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.5.
Walking is permitted.
Maketewah Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, putting it in the upper half of courses in Ohio for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,216 to 6,809 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Ohio typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
71
Length
6,809
Slope
132
Rating
72.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
128
OH Average
113
US Average
Based on 359 rated courses in Ohio
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 132 | 72.5 | 355 | 190 | 421 | 455 | 394 | 458 | 501 | 495 | 221 | 3490 | 453 | 321 | 180 | 446 | 502 | 482 | 388 | 377 | 170 | 3319 | 6,809 |
Combo | 131 | 71.6 | 350 | 177 | 387 | 438 | 394 | 430 | 501 | 438 | 210 | 3325 | 443 | 321 | 169 | 433 | 502 | 482 | 360 | 370 | 155 | 3235 | 6,560 |
Blue | 129 | 71.3 | 350 | 177 | 408 | 438 | 356 | 448 | 493 | 438 | 215 | 3323 | 443 | 321 | 169 | 438 | 497 | 477 | 360 | 370 | 155 | 3230 | 6,553 |
WhiteWomen's | 135 | 76.3 | 345 | 164 | 387 | 405 | 348 | 430 | 473 | 397 | 210 | 3159 | 390 | 313 | 148 | 433 | 492 | 470 | 336 | 362 | 137 | 3081 | 6,240 |
WhiteMen's | 126 | 69.7 | 345 | 164 | 387 | 405 | 348 | 430 | 473 | 397 | 210 | 3159 | 390 | 313 | 148 | 433 | 492 | 470 | 336 | 362 | 137 | 3081 | 6,240 |
GreenWomen's | 124 | 72.6 | 326 | 160 | 318 | 328 | 300 | 421 | 442 | 328 | 207 | 2830 | 358 | 287 | 139 | 422 | 483 | 454 | 312 | 300 | 96 | 2851 | 5,681 |
GreenMen's | 115 | 67.0 | 326 | 160 | 318 | 328 | 300 | 421 | 442 | 328 | 207 | 2830 | 358 | 287 | 139 | 422 | 483 | 454 | 312 | 300 | 96 | 2851 | 5,681 |
GoldWomen's | 120 | 70.8 | 311 | 158 | 311 | 305 | 290 | 400 | 430 | 322 | 201 | 2728 | 330 | 282 | 132 | 407 | 435 | 404 | 293 | 296 | 89 | 2668 | 5,396 |
GoldMen's | 112 | 65.7 | 311 | 158 | 311 | 305 | 290 | 400 | 430 | 322 | 201 | 2728 | 330 | 282 | 132 | 407 | 435 | 404 | 293 | 296 | 89 | 2668 | 5,396 |
Gold Forward | 117 | 70.0 | 311 | 158 | 311 | 305 | 290 | 400 | 400 | 322 | 85 | 2582 | 330 | 282 | 100 | 405 | 435 | 404 | 293 | 296 | 89 | 2634 | 5,216 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 18 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Maketewah Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,809 | 132 | 72.5 | 0-5 |
Combo | 6,560 | 131 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,553 | 129 | 71.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,240 | 135 | 76.3 | 5-15 |
White | 6,240 | 126 | 69.7 | 5-15 |
Green | 5,681 | 124 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,681 | 115 | 67.0 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,396 | 120 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,396 | 112 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Gold Forward | 5,216 | 117 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Maketewah Country Club
Maketewah Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Maketewah Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Maketewah Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Maketewah Country Club is a private golf course located in Cincinnati, OH. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Maketewah Country Club have?expand_more
Maketewah Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1919. The course was designed by Donald Ross.
What is the yardage at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Maketewah Country Club plays to 6,240 yards (par 73). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,216 to 6,809 yards.
What is the slope rating at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Maketewah Country Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 72.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Maketewah Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.maketewah.com/ or call 513-242-9333 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Maketewah Country Club offer?expand_more
Maketewah Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Maketewah Country Club located?expand_more
Maketewah Country Club is located at 5401 Reading Rd in Cincinnati, OH 45237. You can reach them at 513-242-9333.
What is the difficulty level at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
Maketewah Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 76% of golf courses in Ohio. The average slope rating in Ohio is 128. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
Maketewah Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,809 yards, slope 132) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold Forward tees (5,216 yards, slope 117) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Maketewah Country Club should play the Gold Forward tees, which play 5,216 yards with a slope of 117. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Green tees (slope 124, rating 72.6) at Maketewah Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 89. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Maketewah Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Maketewah Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.