tennessee golf central Loudon County, Tennessee, is known as the “Lakeway to the Smokies” with its spectacular mountain views and abundance of pristine lakes. Among golfers, it is also known as a prime destination to stay and play while enjoying all this east Tennessee destination has to offer. Conveniently located off both Interstates I-75 and I-40 East, Loudon County is just a short drive from Knoxville and Chattanooga. It is home to some prominent golf 38
communities, and they are known to open their doors to visiting players all year long. Winter here offers plenty of days fit for golf and as the pages of the calendar turn, the excitement on the courses heats up. Loudon County has long been popular with golfers as the courses here offer challenging rounds in an extraordinary landscape. Both public and semi-private courses offer golfers
excellent quality golf along with a dose of Tennessee hospitality. Tellico Village (202 Chota Road, Loudon, Tennessee 37774) is home to three of the most challenging and beautiful courses in the Southeast. These world-class golf courses designed by Ault, Clark & Associates offer both member and guest rates. The Links at Kahite is a true linksstyle course. The course meanders through a beautiful natural setting and showcases spectacular panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains. The Tanasi Golf Course offers an open layout and large greens, set alongside the beautiful Tellico Lake. The Toqua course features a classic design which takes advantage of a gorgeous natural setting. Several holes play along Tellico Lake and others wind through hills and valleys of the village landscape. WindRiver Golf Course (1800 Oakum Court, Lenoir City, Tennessee 37772) also overlooks Tellico Lake. Each hole of the par-72 course features a challenging combination of rolling Golf Central • Volume 22, Issue 11
