John Daly's Murder Rock Golf and Country Club near Branson
John Daly had nothing to do with the design of John Daly's Murder Rock Golf and Country Club. He simply sold his name to the developer, though he occasionally makes suggestions about tweaks to the golf course.
The course is 6,600 yards from the back tees and has been called "lady friendly" by Murder Rock officials. It has few forced carries, and many of the greens are open in front, qualities many women enjoy.
The front nine at Murder Rock plays down in a valley through the hills, while the back nine climbs along a high, spiny ridge with views seemingly into infinity; the Ozarks are all around you and below you. The back nine has the more dramatic holes, as well as views.
Aside from the confusing marketing, this is a fine golf course. It isn't in the same league with Branson Creek Golf Club, but it's unfair to compare it against one of the best golf courses in Missouri, and besides, Murder Rock has its own charms, one of which is substantially lower green fees.
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