Holmes Park Golf Course

Holmes Park Golf Course is a municipal facility in Lincoln, Nebraska, designed by Floyd Farley and opened in the mid-20th century. Farley, a regional architect active primarily in the Midwest during the 1950s and 1960s, designed several public courses across Nebraska and neighboring states. Holmes Park reflects the practical, accessible design philosophy common to municipal golf of that era, providing straightforward golf on modest terrain within an urban park setting. The course occupies rolling land in southeast Lincoln, part of the larger Holmes Park recreational complex that includes other athletic facilities and green space. The routing works with gentle elevation changes typical of the region, and mature trees frame many holes, creating defined corridors and adding strategic interest to what is otherwise relatively open terrain. The layout is traditional in character, with par-4s forming the backbone of the design and a mix of shorter and longer holes that accommodate players of varying skill levels. As a municipal course, Holmes Park serves a broad cross-section of Lincoln's golfing community, from beginners to experienced players seeking convenient, affordable golf. The course has been maintained and updated over the decades to preserve playability while respecting Farley's original routing. It remains a neighborhood fixture and an accessible entry point to the game for residents of Nebraska's capital city.