Golf at Stonewall Resort: the Arnold Palmer Signature Course
Stonewall Resort’s golf offering is the Palmer Course, an 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Course at Stonewall Resort State Park. The course includes a driving range and teaching facility and sits beside the resort with views over Stonewall Jackson Lake.
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Overview of the Palmer Course
Stonewall Resort features the Palmer Course, an 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Course located on the resort grounds and integrated into the lakeside state park setting.
The course is part of Stonewall Golf Club and is designed to be played by resort guests and visiting golfers; the clubhouse sits above the course and has views toward the fairways and surrounding hills.
Photo 35 shows golfers and golf carts arriving at the clubhouse entrance.
- 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Course
- Driving range and teaching facility on site
- Course-facing dining at Lightburn's (seasonal / special-event use listed)
What to expect on the course
Expect a course routed through rolling terrain with lake and mountain views; the resort describes it as a signature Palmer design with accompanying practice facilities.
Tee times and green fees are set by the golf operation and are not listed in the property dossier here, so contact the resort or the golf shop directly to reserve tee times and confirm rates.
- Driving range and instruction available at the teaching facility
- Lightburn's overlooks the Palmer Course but may be seasonal or closed for regular service—check current status
- Golfers should verify equipment rental, cart availability, and dress code with the golf shop
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Holes | 18 (Arnold Palmer Signature) |
| Designer | Arnold Palmer |
| Practice | Driving range and teaching facility |
How to combine golf with your stay
Stonewall Resort’s lodging options put you close to the golf course; many rooms and cottages are on or near the lakeside lodge that borders course property.
If you want to play early, plan check-in and tee times around the resort’s check-in time (check-in begins at 4:00 PM) or book the night before arrival so you can use morning tee times.
- Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is before 11:00 AM — confirm arrival needs with the front desk
- Room types at the resort include Room, Junior Suite, Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View Room, Presidential Suite and others (see the resort for availability)
- Parking and high-speed Wi‑Fi are included via the Stonewall Resort Park Enhancement Fee listed on the property site
On-course dining and clubhouse options
Lightburn's Restaurant sits in the hilltop clubhouse above the Palmer Course and traditionally offered lunch and dinner with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the course and mountains.
As of the resort’s directory, Lightburn's is closed for the season for regular dining and is used for special events; Stillwaters and TJ Muskies Bar & Grill are the resort’s primary day-to-day restaurants.
- Stillwaters: breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch (reservations recommended; 304-269-8880)
- TJ Muskies Bar & Grill: casual bar and grill for craft cocktails and bites
- Lightburn's: clubhouse restaurant used for special events when seasonal service is paused
Practice, lessons and group play
The Palmer Course at Stonewall includes a driving range and a teaching facility; the resort advertises instruction and practice options for golfers of varying skill levels.
If you are organizing a group outing or tournament, the resort’s event spaces and meeting facilities can be combined with golf services; contact the resort to coordinate menus, tee times, and event logistics.
- Driving range and teaching facility available on site
- Event and banquet spaces at Stonewall Resort can support golf outings paired with private dining or awards receptions
- Reserve lessons or group tee times ahead of high season (May–October is the typical window for best lake and golf weather)
Nearby activities and planning your golf weekend
Stonewall Jackson Lake, marina services, hiking and biking trails, and on-site activities like tennis and boating give non-golfers options while others play a round.
The resort is within easy driving distance of regional attractions such as WVU Jackson's Mill, Lambert's Vintage Winery, and the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum for day trips off property.
- Marina rentals: pontoons, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and a 125-passenger cruise boat operate from the resort dock
- Trails: Lakeside Nature Trail (about 3.2 miles) and shorter Overlook Trail begin on resort grounds
- Best season for golf and lake activities: late spring through early fall (May–October) — fall is noted for foliage
