Private Club • Sparta, Tennessee
Membership required for play
Honky Tonk National operates as a private club overlooking Center Hill Lake. Contact the club directly for membership information and guest policies.
Address:
235 Harbour Greens Place
Sparta, TN 38583
Phone:
(931) 761-8124
Website:
honkytonknationalgolf.com
Honky Tonk National Golf Course is a championship private club perched above the waters of Center Hill Lake in Sparta, Tennessee. Designed by the team of PGA professional Peter Jacobsen and golf instructor Jim Hardy, the course opened in 2023 and plays 6,900 yards with a par of 72. Seven tee options — with slope ratings ranging from 109 to 130 and course ratings from 62.9 to 73.1 — make the course accessible to players of all skill levels while preserving genuine championship challenge from the back.
Jacobsen and Hardy's design philosophy emphasizes natural terrain over manufactured difficulty. The routing flows through rolling Middle Tennessee hillsides with dramatic elevation changes and panoramic vistas of Center Hill Lake visible from multiple holes. The variety of terrain ensures that no two holes feel alike, with the lake views adding a distinctive visual dimension to the round that's unusual for an inland Tennessee course.
The course follows USGA rules with thoughtful local modifications and includes a full practice facility, pro shop, bar and restaurant, and on-site lodging for extended stays. The lodging component makes Honky Tonk National a natural destination for golf trips and group outings, combining the privacy of a member club with the infrastructure for overnight guests.
As a relatively new course opened in 2023, Honky Tonk National represents a significant investment in the Sparta area's golf scene, drawing players from across Middle Tennessee and beyond. The Jacobsen-Hardy design pedigree and the dramatic lake setting give it a profile well beyond a typical rural Tennessee course. Contact the club directly for current membership opportunities and guest access information.
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