Butler golf courses: 5 unique holes you have to try this season in the county

Eagle Staff Report

May 31, 2026 Last Updated: May 28, 2026 06:29 PM Sports

Some golf courses have that hole that jumps out in everyone’s mind whenever they think of the 18 holes.

Whether it’s a signature feature, a unique backdrop, particularly beautiful greenery, the challenge of the course or some other factor, there’s a hole that can easily identify a course from others nearby.

What are the unique holes at Butler County golf courses? Check out one of these five the next time the next time you get a round of 18 in.

All About Golf

All About Golf’s sixth hole, seen here on Thursday, April 16, is an L-shaped hole that provides plenty of “risk-reward” depending on how you want to play it. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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No. 6: It’s an L-shaped hole course owner Ken Macadaeg called a “risk-reward hole” because its designed for golfers to hit towards the house at the opposite end of the tee box then cut in towards the hole. You can also attempt to shoot straight through the trees to the hole instead but risk getting stuck in the rough.

Conley Resort & Golf Club

No. 12, 322-yard par-4: Conley course general manager Josh DeNinno said: “It’s the second consecutive very sharp dog leg left, but the more difficult of the two off the tee. However, the green is located in a unique spot on the golf course — high-tension wires that crackle hundreds of feet above you. It’s a Conley quirk.”

Hiland Golf Course

Denny Kelly putts on the 6th green at Hiland Golf Course on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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No. 6: What makes this one unique is that it might be easier getting to the green than it is working off of it.

Course general manager Terry Rottman said it’s one of the toughest holes to putt at the course.

Krendale Golf Course (West and South)

The No. 9 South hole at Krendale Golf Course, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, is unique for its long dogleg. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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No. 9 South, 575-yard par-5: Includes a long dogleg to the right that plays downhill over two ponds.

“It’s a fantastic finishing hole,” according to course owner Eric Krenitsky.

Suncrest Golf & Grille

Suncrest Golf & Grill course manager Josh DeNinno considers No. 10, seen here Monday, April 21, 2026, a unique par-4 because of the tricky green and hill to the left. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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No. 10, 300-yard par-4: Includes a sweeping bend to the right and a uniquely placed, small blind green. Going long off the tee is not the play on this one.

“A hill to the left of that and the green can seem to have some clever tricks for you,” DeNinno said.

This is part of a series of promotional articles on Butler County-area golf courses.

Austin Waugaman slams golf balls at All About Golf's outdoor driving range on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Austin Waugaman slams golf balls at All About Golf's outdoor driving range on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Austin Waugaman slams golf balls at All About Golf's outdoor driving range on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf houses a golfing pro shop, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf features an outdoor driving range, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf offers drinks and snacks for golfers, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf houses a golfing pro shop, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf features an outdoor driving range, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf features an outdoor driving range, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf's main building and pro shop, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf houses a golfing pro shop, seen here on Thursday, April 16. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 5, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their toughest green. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 6, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 6, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 3, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 6, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 3, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 3, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 3, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 3, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 3, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 6, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 6, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 5, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their toughest green. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 5, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their toughest green. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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All About Golf considers No. 5, seen here on Thursday, April 16, to be their toughest green. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course's clubhouse, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course's clubhouse, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course's clubhouse, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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The No. 6 hole at Hiland Golf Course on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 15, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 15, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 15, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 15, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 15, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 15, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most fun par-3. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 10, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their easiest Par-5. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 10, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their easiest Par-5. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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The No. 6 hole at Hiland Golf Course on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 14, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 14, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their most unique hole. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Denny Kelly putts on the number 6 hole at Hiland Golf Course on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Denny Kelly putts on the number 6 hole at Hiland Golf Course on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers No. 10, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, their easiest Par-5. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Denny Kelly putts on the number 6 hole at Hiland Golf Course on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Denny Kelly putts on the number 6 hole at Hiland Golf Course on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers the No. 14, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to have their toughest green. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course considers the No. 14, seen here Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to have their toughest green. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Hiland Golf Course's signature food and drink, the "Hot Italian Sandwich" and the "Water Hazard" seen here on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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A new green for the No. 11 hole at Hiland Golf Course is under development, Wednesday, April, 15, 2026. The new green is set to open late 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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A rock decorated by George Laconi leads the way to the No. 15 hole at Hiland Golf Course on Monday, April 20, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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A new green for the No. 11 hole at Hiland Golf Course is under development, Wednesday, April, 15, 2026. The new green is set to open late 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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A new green for the No. 11 hole at Highland Golf Course is under development, Wednesday, April, 15, 2026. The new green is set to open late 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Conley Resort & Golf's clubhouse, seen here on Monday, April 20, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Conley Resort & Golf's "Fish and Chips," seen here on Monday, April 20, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Conley Resort & Golf considers No. 1, seen here on Monday, April 20, 2026, their easiest par-5. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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Conley Resort & Golf's roadside sign, seen here on Monday, April 20, 2026. Matthew Brown/Butler Eagle

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