The club was founded shortly following World War I by three friends, D. H. Roelofs, R. H. Houston and J. L. McBride, who wanted to take up golf again -- so they decided to establish a new country club! The Jackman Farm and neighboring land was purchased in 1919 to begin construction of Shannopin. Before opening its doors in 1920, the club was named after the Lenape tribe Chief Shannopin, who once settled near the area and made notable efforts in preserving the land of Western Pennsylvania.

The club's golf course was designed by legendary course architect and Oakmont native, Emil Loeffler. Son of Swiss immigrants, Loeffler was also a professional golfer, World War I veteran, and a prominent golf course superintendent. Over its near century of operation, Shannopin Country Club has added tennis, swimming, and fitness facilities, and hosts a long list of events each year --- making it an inviting destination for people of all ages.

Visit us once, and you'll see why Shannopin is the premier private club in the North Hills!

We are located in Ben Avon Heights, about 10 miles North of Pittsburgh.

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MISSION STATEMENT

In the picturesque North Hills of Pittsburgh with dynamic views of Downtown Pittsburgh, Shannopin Country Club is a Premier Family Country Club with high-quality facilities for dining, golf, tennis, pickle, platform tennis, and fitness. With a goal to be environmentally friendly and have a modern approach, we provide our diverse membership opportunities to engage in a wide variety of both fun and competitive athletic and social events.