Thankfully, he changed his mind - and the rest is sketched on a napkin and carved into history.ĭiscover all the challenges and opportunities Dye experienced while he built his course on one of Indiana's most dramatic elevation points, and hear him explain why this course is special and memorable for those who play it. The slopes were too severe and the terrain too rugged. Airie site and concluded there was no way to build a golf course on that land. Considered by many as the world's top modern-day architect, Dye walked the proposed Mt. After considering several well-known golf course architects, they decided Indiana's own legend, Pete Dye, was the designer for the job. To do this, an expansion of the existing golf operation was a must.
The Cook Group, owners of the resort since 2005, set out to establish a historical and a world-class golf destination. When the two historic hotels joined to form French Lick Resort, it was obvious golf would continue to play an integral role in the success of the property. Golf was an important part of the history of both French Lick Springs and West Baden Springs Hotels.
