
City Park Course
City Park Golf Course
About this course
City Park Golf Course is Denver's enduring link to its past, a municipal gem that predates the city's sprawling growth. Carved into the gentle rolling landscape northeast of downtown, the course bears the unmistakable marks of its era. It's a classic parkland layout with mature trees lining the fairways and subtly contoured greens that reward thoughtful approaches and a deft touch on the putting surface. The 1913 Tom Bendelow design has been updated since. The course has hosted a number of local and regional events, providing a proving ground for up-and-coming players. While City Park might not command national attention, its true value lies in its accessibility and its central role in the Denver golfing community. For generations, it has served as an entry point to the game for countless players. City Park underwent a major renovation by iCon Golf Studio and Hale Irwin in 2020. The renovation included a major update to the golf course and building a stormwater detention area that can hold up to 87 million gallons of water. Beyond the course itself, City Park Golf Course is cherished for its unpretentious atmosphere and inclusive spirit. It's a place where golfers of all skill levels can come together to enjoy the game. The course is known for its strong junior program, cultivating the next generation of golfers and instilling a love for the sport in young people.
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 CO
Quick facts
- Location
- Denver, CO, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1920
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,465 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.1/123
- Course Vaults score
- 6.4
Getting there
City Park Golf Course sits at the heart of Denver, accessible via Denver International Airport (DEN), roughly 25 miles northeast of downtown, with a straightforward 40-minute drive west into the city center along I-70. For private aviation, Colorado Air & Space Port (AERO) offers a closer alternative just north of the metro area. The final miles unfold through Denver's tree-lined neighborhoods, the Rocky Mountain foothills rising to the west as you approach the course's classical grounds adjacent to the Denver Zoo and Museum of Nature & Science - a setting that speaks to the course's deep roots in the city's civic fabric, where urban sophistication meets the open sky of the High Plains.

FAQ
Common questions about City Park
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
City Park has a Course Vaults score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 55 logged golfers.
Yes. City Park is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at City Park is 72.
City Park plays 6,465 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at City Park is 123.
City Park is a 18-hole course.





