Coopers Hawk Golf Club

Cooper’s Hawk Golf Course is a hidden gem nestled in the hills of Melbourne, Arkansas, and well worth the 2.5 hour drive this reviewer made to see if the course lived up to the title of “best public golf course in Arkansas.” Spoiler: it absolutely did. The layout is both scenic and challenging, with pristine, undulating fairways and champion bermuda greens that put most private clubs in the state to shame. It’s the kind of track where every hole feels thoughtfully crafted, and playing here is like being let in on a secret. The staff is welcoming and the on-site Hawk’s Nest restaurant could…

Stopped for lunch, and the quality of the French Dip, and the quesadillas were as good as it gets. Absolute the best around here. Yuengling on tap was another treat. Recommended.

We enjoyed playing here. Staff was friendly and helpful. Fairways were groomed nicely. Greens were firm and fast.

My brother and I played Cooper’s Hawk in Melbourne Friday afternoon. The course looked great. I know it’s been a dry summer but one couldn’t tell it as the greens and fairways were perfect. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We had a great time!

The front nine nine apparently was not playable due to aeration and during the second back nine whoever was doing the aerating got extremely close to me and made it very hard to play golf it seems kind of rude to be aerating in the middle of a round

I've been around this game for 50+ yrs. This course is rated the #1 public course in Arkansas and it is well deserved. Only a 4.5 hour drive from St. Louis and well worth it! The pro shop staff is super nice as well!

Excellent course. Very well maintained. Beautiful views. The pro shop staff is friendly and helpful. Chris in the restaurant was extremely nice and welcoming. This was our second time there and we will certainly be back to play and eat again.

Love the course for the money. Driving range and practice area. People are friendly.

Best public course in Akansas! The fairways are always in great shape and the greens roll true. Food is unbelievable and people are always friendly!

I always try to play this course when I’m in the area. It is a beautiful course and is always in great shape. Staff is super friendly, pro shop is well stocked and food at the restaurant is good.

Fantastic course with a phenomenal layout. It’s a hidden gem in Arkansas. After enjoying the round, the clubhouse restaurant had great service and outstanding food. We will be back again.

Coopers Hawk is one of the best courses you will ever play. It is a great layout that is both fun and challenging. It also has the best food in town. Book the trip now; you won’t be disappointed!!