
Championship Trace Course
Keene Trace Golf Club

About this course
Championship Trace at Keene Trace Golf Club occupies rolling Bluegrass terrain in Nicholasville, just south of Lexington in central Kentucky. The course was designed by Drew Rogers and opened in the mid-1990s, with subsequent renovation work by Keith Foster and Daniel McQueen helping refine the layout over time. The property takes advantage of the region's characteristic undulating topography, with fairways moving through gentle elevation changes and stands of mature hardwoods. The routing incorporates natural features common to Kentucky's inner Bluegrass region, including creeks and limestone outcroppings that add definition to several holes. The design balances strategic interest with playability across different skill levels, using elevation, water hazards, and bunkering to create variety throughout the round. The course serves as the centerpiece of a residential community while maintaining a parkland character in its playing corridors. Keene Trace Golf Club operates as a semi-private facility, welcoming both members and daily-fee play. The club provides traditional amenities including practice facilities and dining, serving both the local Lexington-area golf community and visitors exploring Kentucky's golf offerings. The Championship Trace layout represents a collaborative design effort that has evolved to meet the expectations of contemporary golfers while respecting the natural qualities of its Bluegrass setting.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in KY
Quick facts
- Location
- Nicholasville, KY, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 2004
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Drew Rogers, Keith Foster, Daniel McQueen
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,117 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.8/137
- Course Vaults score
- 7.7
Getting there
Keene Trace Golf Club lies just south of Lexington in the gently rolling Bluegrass country, with most arrivals touching down at Blue Grass Airport - a compact, efficient gateway less than twenty minutes north of the property. The drive south on U.S. 27 unfolds through classic Kentucky horse farm terrain, white plank fences and stone walls tracing the undulating pastures, before turning into the quiet residential enclave of Keene Trace. The transition from open farmland to wooded subdivision is subtle and swift, delivering you to a club that feels both neighborly and refined, tucked into the fabric of Nicholasville's southern edge.

FAQ
Common questions about Championship Trace at Keene Trace Golf Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Championship Trace at Keene Trace Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 30 logged golfers.
Championship Trace was designed by Drew Rogers, Keith Foster, and Daniel McQueen.
Championship Trace at Keene Trace Golf Club is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Championship Trace is 72.
Championship Trace plays 7,117 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Championship Trace is 137.




