Old Overton Course
Old Overton Club
About this course
Old Overton Club, nestled in the rolling hills of Vestavia Hills, is where Southern hospitality meets challenging, classic golf. The course evokes a timeless feel and has a charm uniquely its own. Originally designed by Bill Bergin, Old Overton takes advantage of the naturally undulating terrain of the Birmingham suburbs, a parkland style layout defined by mature hardwoods and subtle elevation changes. Players quickly learn that strategic course management is more rewarding than brute force, as doglegs and thoughtfully placed bunkers can penalize overly aggressive play. While Old Overton may not be a household name on the national stage, it holds a special place in the hearts of its members. The club fosters a strong sense of community, evident in the lively camaraderie around the 19th hole, where stories are shared and matches replayed long after the final putt drops.
Quick facts
- Location
- Vestavia Hills, AL, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1993
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Tom Fazio, Jerry Pate
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 7,228 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.6/134
- Course Vaults score
- 8.0
Getting there
The journey to Old Overton Club begins at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM), situated roughly twenty minutes northwest of the club's Vestavia Hills location, or alternatively through nearby private aviation facilities that serve the Birmingham metropolitan area. From BHM, the drive south and east unfolds through the rolling terrain of central Alabama, transitioning from urban corridors into the leafy residential enclaves that define the Vestavia Hills community - a landscape of mature hardwoods and gentle elevation changes that hint at the geological character awaiting on the course itself. The final approach winds through tree-lined streets that speak to the club's deeply rooted place within one of Alabama's most established golf communities, arriving at Old Overton Club with the quiet assurance of a destination that has commanded respect among serious players for generations.
FAQ
Common questions about Old Overton
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Old Overton has a Course Vaults score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 35 logged golfers.
Old Overton was designed by Tom Fazio and Jerry Pate.
Old Overton is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Old Overton is 70.
Old Overton plays 7,228 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Old Overton is 134.
