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Best Denver Golf Courses: Top Public and Historic Picks

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Best Denver Golf Courses: Top Public and Historic Picks


Whether you are a long-time local or looking for the best public golf courses in Denver after moving to the Mile High City, the area offers incredible variety. From historic Donald Ross designs to courses with iconic downtown views, golfing in Denver, CO is a unique experience thanks to our high altitude and 300 days of sunshine.

Quick Guide: Top Denver Municipal Golf Courses

Course Name Type Location Highlight
Wellshire Public/Historic Southeast Denver Donald Ross Design
City Park Public Central Denver Skyline Views
Willis Case Public Northwest Denver Mountain Vistas

Wellshire Golf Course: Southeast Denver’s Historic Gem

 

Wellshire Golf Course historic clubhouse and fairways in Southeast Denver

As the only Denver municipal golf course with a historic Donald Ross design, Wellshire is a must-play. Located at the intersection of Hampden and Colorado, it offers a country-club feel at a public price point.

Pro Tip: After your round, check out the homes for sale in Wellshire to see why this neighborhood is a golfer’s dream.

City Park Golf Course Denver: Downtown Views & Modern Play

 

City Park Golf Course Denver downtown skyline view from the green

Fresh off a major redesign, City Park Golf Course offers the best views of the Denver skyline against the Rocky Mountains. It is one of the most popular golf courses near Denver city center, just 15 minutes from downtown.

Interested in living near the green? Browse real estate near City Park.

Willis Case Golf Course: Northwest Denver’s Scenic Choice

 

A photo of the Willis Case Golf Course in the Chaffee Park Neighborhood in Denver.

Located in Northwest Denver, Willis Case is famous for its sloping fairways and panoramic mountain views. It provides a challenging but fair test for golfers of all skill levels.

Explore the surrounding community by viewing Northwest Denver neighborhood listings.

Other Exceptional Denver Municipal Golf Courses

  • Kennedy Golf Course: A versatile 27-hole complex in Southeast Denver.
  • Overland Park: The oldest golf course west of the Mississippi.
  • Evergreen Golf Course: Escape the heat and play at 7,220 feet among the local elk.

Want to live within walking distance of these courses?

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Written byAnton Usaj
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