
Drake Creek Course
Drake Creek Golf Club

About this course
Drake Creek Golf Club sits in the small community of Ledbetter in far western Kentucky, near the confluence of the Tennessee and Ohio Rivers. The course was designed by Rich Osbourne, a regional architect who has worked primarily in Kentucky and neighboring states. The layout occupies rolling terrain characteristic of this part of the Jackson Purchase region, where the topography transitions between river bottomland and upland ridges. The routing takes advantage of natural elevation changes and wooded corridors that frame many holes. Creeks and drainage features come into play on several holes, reflecting the area's proximity to major waterways and the seasonal movement of water through this landscape. The design emphasizes strategic options rather than forced carries, allowing players to navigate the course according to their skill level while rewarding well-placed shots. Drake Creek serves as a daily-fee facility in a region where public golf options are relatively limited. The course provides a straightforward test of golf without excessive length or artificial difficulty, making it accessible to a range of players. The setting offers views across the surrounding farmland and wooded areas that define this rural corner of Kentucky, well removed from the state's more populated urban centers.
Quick facts
- Location
- Ledbetter, KY, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1999
- Designer
- Rich Osbourne
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,714 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.6/132
Getting there
Drake Creek Golf Club lies in the far western reaches of Kentucky, a region closer to Nashville and Memphis than Louisville. Most arrivals touch down at Nashville International Airport (BNA), roughly ninety minutes southeast, though Barkley Regional Airport in Paducah offers a closer private option for those seeking discretion. The drive northwest traces quiet two-lane roads through farmland and low wooded hills before arriving at the shores of Lake Barkley, where the course unfolds in serene isolation - a hidden gem tucked between the waters and the Land Between the Lakes.

FAQ
Common questions about Drake Creek
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Drake Creek was designed by Rich Osbourne.
Yes. Drake Creek is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Drake Creek is 72.
Drake Creek plays 6,714 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Drake Creek is 132.
Drake Creek is a 18-hole course.



