
Devou Park Course
Devou Park Golf Course

About this course
Devou Park Golf Course, perched atop the hills overlooking Covington, Kentucky, boasts a century-old legacy as one of the region's most accessible and engaging golf experiences. The course's tight fairways and hilly terrain demand strategic shot-making over brute strength, a characteristic born from its Golden Age design. Originally laid out by John G. Broders, Devou Park leverages its parkland setting to present a classic, no-frills test of golf. Gentle doglegs and undulating greens define the experience, favoring players who can manage elevation changes and position the ball effectively. While lacking the championship pedigree of some contemporary designs, Devou Park remains a cherished local landmark, known more for its welcoming atmosphere and panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline than its difficulty. The spirit of Devou Park resides in its membership. The club fosters a strong sense of community among local golfers from all walks of life. The Devou Park golf course offers a rare blend of affordability, accessibility, and challenging play.
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 KY
Quick facts
- Location
- Covington, KY, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1922
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- John Brophy, Gene Bates
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,134 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.1/121
- Course Vaults score
- 4.4
Getting there
Devou Park Golf Course is most easily reached via Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), situated just across the Ohio River in nearby Boone County, Kentucky—a straightforward 20-minute drive south and west into Covington. The route traces a gentle descent from the airport through suburban northern Kentucky before opening onto local roads that wind through the residential neighborhoods framing this municipal gem. Perched on a hillside overlooking the Ohio River and the Cincinnati skyline beyond, Devou Park announces itself as you crest the final approach, its manicured fairways and mature trees framed against the urban landscape that defines this region's character—a course that belongs unmistakably to its place, accessible and welcoming yet commanding in its setting.

FAQ
Common questions about Devou Park
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Devou Park has a Course Vaults score of 4.4 out of 10 based on 47 logged golfers.
Devou Park was designed by John Brophy and Gene Bates.
Yes. Devou Park is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Devou Park is 70.
Devou Park plays 6,134 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Devou Park is 121.



