Originally built and opened in 1970 by Hugh Hefner, the Great Gorge Golf Club served as the exclusive golf course for The Great Gorge Playboy Club & Resort. This exclusive Vernon location was one of prestige and honor, attracting some of the biggest names in entertainment. The Playboy brand eventually closed the resort and changed hands a few times before eventually being closed to the public. The golf course, however, has lived on! Despite the changes over the years, the Great Gorge Golf Club remains a treasured gem for the golf community.