Highland Park targeting August for new driving range
A new driving range could open at Highland Park Golf Course as early as August.
Flashback: The nonprofit Highland Park Golf Foundation took over management of the historic, Cleveland-owned property in 2023.
A driving range and education center were part of the vision for the facility to attract new golfers and generate additional revenue.
By the numbers: Total rounds played at Highland Park have increased dramatically year over year, with 59,000 rounds in 2024 compared to 46,000 in 2023.
The latest: Last week, City Council approved raising the rates at the 36-hole course by $2 for nine holes and $3 for 18.
Peak weekend pricing for a round of golf with a cart will be $48 this year.
Yes, but: A discount for city residents — $6 off 18 holes — makes Highland Park one of the most affordable in the region for Clevelanders.
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