
Butler Park Pitch & Putt Course
Butler Park Pitch & Putt Golf Course


About this course
Butler Park Pitch & Putt occupies a compact parcel along the shores of Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, designed by Winston Kinser and opened in the early 2000s. The course sits within the broader Butler Park green space, positioned between the lake's north shore and the urban core, offering views of the Austin skyline and the surrounding parkland. Its location makes it one of the most accessible public golf facilities in central Texas, walkable from downtown hotels and offices. The layout features nine short holes that range from roughly 60 to 120 yards, designed to accommodate beginners, families, and experienced players looking for a quick practice round or casual outing. The routing takes advantage of the site's mature live oak trees and gentle terrain, with several holes playing along or near the water's edge. The course operates as a true pitch and putt facility, emphasizing short-game skills and providing a low-pressure environment for learning the game. Butler Park Pitch & Putt functions as a municipal facility managed by the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. It draws a diverse mix of users, from office workers on lunch breaks to parents introducing children to golf, and remains one of the few golf options within walking distance of Austin's central business district. The course has no clubhouse amenities beyond basic starter services, reflecting its role as a straightforward public recreation asset rather than a traditional golf club.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in TX
Quick facts
- Location
- Austin, TX, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1949
- Designer
- Winston Kinser
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 27
- Length
- 805 yards
- Course Vaults score
- 6.9
Getting there
The journey to Butler Park Pitch & Putt Golf Course begins at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, a straightforward twenty-minute drive north into the heart of downtown Austin. The route follows the Colorado River corridor as it cuts through the city, transitioning from highway to urban grid before arriving at the verdant strip of Butler Park along the southern shore of Lady Bird Lake. The course sits tucked between the water's edge and the Auditorium Shores trail system, a compact oasis of emerald fairways framed by the downtown skyline - accessible, unpretentious, and quintessentially Austin in its blend of recreation and urban energy.

FAQ
Common questions about Butler Park Pitch & Putt
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Butler Park Pitch & Putt has a Course Vaults score of 6.9 out of 10 based on 60 logged golfers.
Butler Park Pitch & Putt was designed by Winston Kinser.
Yes. Butler Park Pitch & Putt is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Butler Park Pitch & Putt is 27.
Butler Park Pitch & Putt plays 805 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
Butler Park Pitch & Putt is a 9-hole course.





