Lion Hills Center & Golf Course, owned and operated by East Mississippi Community College (EMCC), is a premier full-service recreation and educational facility located in Columbus, Mississippi. Established in 1923, our 18-hole golf course offers 6,410 yards of play from the longest tees, with a par of 72. Designed by John Frazier, the course caters to golfers of all skill levels.
Beyond golf, Lion Hills features tennis courts, a swimming pool, a large banquet room, multiple meeting spaces, locker rooms, a golf pro shop, and a fully equipped commercial kitchen. Our facility is also home to EMCC’s Culinary Arts, Hotel & Restaurant Management, Golf & Recreational Turf Management, and Landscape Management programs, providing students with hands-on training in a real-world environment.
We pride ourselves on fostering a close-knit community where members are greeted by name and can enjoy a range of recreational and social activities. Our dining services are open to the public, offering daily blue plate specials crafted by our talented culinary team. Lion Hills is the perfect venue for special events, from small business meetings to large celebrations, all set against the backdrop of our beautifully maintained grounds.
At Lion Hills Center & Golf Course, we are committed to excellence in service, education, and community engagement, ensuring a welcoming and enriching experience for all who visit.
