Must have been a challenge to rout a course through the hilly terrain of Millersburg, Ohio.

As mentioned in previous reviews, the land is somewhat extreme in spots featuring severe uphill approaches and slopes that make even the most well struct tee balls roll off the intended landing area. Couple the slopes with some narrow fairways and you wind up with a hand full of holes that are downright unpleasant to look at from the tee.

Walking the course is reserved for Ironmen triathletes in training as there are numerous uphill treks between greens and the next tee box.

Overall conditions give the impression that Black Diamond is in economic distress. Cart paths have deteriorated to the point that all terrain buggies might be the only option to negotiate the rough trail.

On the positive side, the long views of the course and the surrounding countryside are stellar. Many of the holes are downright beautiful. My favorite was hole 11, a longish downhill par 3 over a pond to a green that sits tight to a wonderful old barn. Blending the heritage of this region into the course was a good move.