Kentucky Department of Parks

Kentucky State Parks Golf Trail

 

Kentucky State Parks Golf Trail

        

Kentucky is famed for bluegrass, bourbon, beautiful mountains and thoroughbreds. And, spurred by a renewed focus from the State Park system, golf now is becoming a larger part of Kentucky's recreational reputation. With 19 State Park golf courses, there is sure to be something for everyone.

Our 18-hole and 9-hole courses situated in every region of the state, offer exciting championship play amid the pastoral beauty of the "nation’s finest" park system. Each course offers an outstanding golf experience for players of all ages. Four of our 18-hole courses; Grayson Lake, Pine Mountain, Dale Hollow, Yatesville Lake, have received national awards from Golf Digest as “Best New Affordable Public Courses”.

For private accommodations, enjoy one of our cottages with beautiful lake or wooded views. Each has unique appeal, and offer screened-in porches or decks. Tableware, cooking utensils and linens are provided, with fresh linen provided daily.

Golf Trail Helpful Information

Hidden Cove at Grayson Lake State Park
- 2006 Ranked #6 in Kentucky by “Golf Digest” Magazine
- 2005 Ranked #6 in Kentucky by "Golf Digest" Magazine
- "2004 Best New Affordable Public Courses"
- Ranked #4 Nationally by "Golf Digest" Magazine

Wasioto Winds at Pine Mountain State Resort Park
- 2007 GolfWeek “Best in State” ranked #3
- 2002 "Best New Affordable Public Courses"
- Ranked #4 Nationally by "Golf Digest" Magazine

Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
- 2005 Ranked #8 in Kentucky by "Golf Digest" Magazine
- 2004 "Best New Affordable Public Courses"
- Ranked #6 Nationally by "Golf Digest" Magazine

Eagle Ridge at Yatesville Lake State Park
- 2005"Best New Affordable Public Courses"
- Ranked #3 Nationally by "Golf Digest" Magazine

For your convenience, a travel distance chart listing mileage distances between the different park courses is available here.

No matter the season you’ll love Kentucky’s mild climate. Summers can be very warm, but cool evenings are not unusual. For spring and fall, it’s a good idea to carry a light jacket. Temperatures in Kentucky are normally the lowest in January and highest in July. The highest temperatures usually occur in extreme western Kentucky. The lowest temperatures occur along the upland Ohio and West Virginia borders.

  Average Seasonal Temperatures




Paducah

Bowling Green

Lexington Ashland

High/Low  High/Low High/Low High/Low
Spring 69/47 68/46 65/45 67/37
Summer 89/67 87/66 84/64 86/59
Fall 71/49 70/47 67/47 69/41
Winter 46/30 46/28 43/27 45/21

General Burnside Island

The completely new renovated golf course at General Burnside Island is located on an Island surrounded by Lake Cumberland in Somerset, KY. Brian Ault, designer of Dale Hollow and Hidden Cove, both recognized by Golf Digest, designed this spectacular layout. At 6394 yards, the course features Zoysia fairways, bent grass tees and greens. The natural beauty of large boulders highlighting landscape at hole #6 will set you up for a beautiful view atop the back tee.

Chip Shot Golf Package

The Chip Shot package includes overnight lodging and 18 holes of golf with a golf car for $59 (November 1, 2008 through March 31, 2009) or $79 (April 1, 2009 to October 31, 2009). The package price is per person, per night, based on double occupancy, plus tax and is subject to availability.

The below links display a video of tips from our golf professionals.

Frank Cross from Mineral Mound State Park: Etiquette and Grip

Dee Brown at Lake Barkley State Resort Park: Burned Lie and Bunker Shot

Mike Fox at Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park: Putting and Setup

The Chip Shot package includes overnight lodging and 18 holes of golf with a golf car. The package price is per person, per night, based on double occupancy,  plus tax and is subject to availability. Same day replay.  For additional golf package combinations and rates please click rates on this page.


For those desiring an all-inclusive package, the Tee's and Zzz's golf package includes overnight lodging, breakfast and dinner, 18 holes of golf with a golf car, welcome gift card and preferred tee times. The package price is per person, per night, based on double occupancy, plus tax and is subject to availability. Same day replay. For additional golf package combinations and rates please click rates on this page.


Give the Gift of Golf
Purchase a Gift Card

The Kentucky Unbridled Gift Card offers a unique way to give the gift of golf for great getaways in the state of Kentucky.


Reserve Your Golf Package Today

Want to play and stay? The golf packages offer the perfect mix of championship play and escape to the idyllic surroundings of our Kentucky State Resort Park lodges.  Register online today.


Participating Courses

Enjoy the best Kentucky State Parks has to offer by booking your golf package today. Six resort parks and three recreational parks await your group for fun and relaxation. View participating courses.