Golfing is popular in the Greater Birmingham area, with the region home to over 30 courses within 15 miles of the Birmingham city center. These include a mix of public and private courses, providing golfers with options depending on skill level, course conditions, pace of play, and social environment.
Hoover is home to four major golf facilities with five courses, including Ross Bridge on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, the Greystone Golf & Country Club, and the Riverchase Country Club. What separates Hoover from neighboring cities like Vestavia Hills or Mountain Brook is the quality and variety of its courses. The Ross Bridge course offers a resort-quality golf experience alongside a master-planned community, and the Riverchase and Greystone courses host championship events, including the PGA Tour Champions' Regions Tradition.
Learn more about each course and why Hoover is one of the best places for a golfer to move to.
Ross Bridge (RTJ Golf Trail)
This course is part of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, stretching to 8,191 yards from the back tees, making it the fifth-longest golf course in the world. The course features two lakes and a waterfall, with an 80-foot drop between the 9th and 18th holes, and elevation and obstacles providing an engaging level of challenge for seasoned golfers. The adjacent 259-room Renaissance Resort features a spa area, a fitness center, and multiple pools; an ideal spot for a golf trip or weekend getaway.
Ross Bridge is also home to one of Hoover’s premier master-planned communities, featuring townhomes and luxury estates in villages connected by golf cart paths. Browse available Ross Bridge listings below.
Search Ross Bridge Listings
- All Listings
- $200,000 - $300,000
- $400,000 - $500,000
- $500,000 - $600,000
- $600,000 - $700,000
- $700,000 - $800,000
- $800,000 - $900,000
- Over $1,000,000
Greystone Golf & Country Club
Found in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, this private club features 36 holes across two championship-level courses. Designed by Bob Cupp, the Founders Course spans 7,299 yards and features tree-lined fairways and creeks that wind through several holes, rewarding patience and precision. The Founders Course also hosts the PGA Tour Champions, a must-attend event for avid golfers. The Legacy Course, meanwhile, features rolling hills, lakes, and tight corridors requiring shot-making and more deliberate play. The club also features several member-exclusive amenities, including tennis and pickleball courts, adult and family pools, a fitness center, and two clubhouse restaurants.
Greystone features the Founders and Legacy gated neighborhoods that include 1,400 luxury estates. Along with access to the golf courses and exclusive amenities, these neighborhoods have active HOAs that host community events throughout the year. Explore Greystone listings below.
Search Greystone Listings
Riverchase Country Club
The Riverchase Country Club is a fixture of the Riverchase neighborhood with its 6,842-yard golf course hosting several championships since opening in 1976. The course features a classic parkland-style layout allowing for flexible play styles for golfers of all skill levels. Additional amenities include tennis and pickleball courts, a private pool, and social events including wine dinners and member mixers.
The club is surrounded by the established Riverchase neighborhood that features tree-lined streets and single-family homes on large lots. View available Riverchase listings here.
Search Riverchase Listings
Why Buy a Home in a Hoover Golf Community?
Buying a home in a golf course community offers several perks. Homes in master planned neighborhoods historically hold their value well and appreciate steadily. Beyond championship-calibre golf, buyers are able to take advantage of resort-style living, exclusive amenities, and dining options often just a golf cart ride away.
Between Ross Bridge, Greystone, and Riverchase, Hoover offers the best blend of golf community real estate in the Greater Birmingham area.
If you’re looking to explore homes in Hoover’s best golf communities, contact our team today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the public play at golf courses in Hoover?
Yes. Ross Bridge is open to the public and is one of the main stops on theRobert Trent Jones Golf Trail.
Do I have to live in Greystone to join the Country Club?
No. You do not have to live in the Greystone Legacy or Greystone Founders neighborhoods to join the Greystone Golf & Country Club. Membership information is available on the club’s website.
What is the longest golf course in Hoover?
Ross Bridge is the longest course in Hoover, playing at 8,191 yards from the championship tees.
What other amenities are available at Hoover golf communities?
Both the Greystone Golf & Country Club and Riverchase Country Club offer exclusive amenities including tennis and pickleball courts, private pools, fitness centers, clubhouse dining, and organized social events throughout the year.
Which golf course in Hoover hosts professional tournaments?
The Founders Course at the Greystone Golf & Country Club is the annual host of the PGA Tour Champions' Regions Tradition event.
Posted by Ray & Poynor on
Enjoy this blog post? Click here to subscribe for updates
Leave A Comment