Overland Golf Course

Overland Golf Course sits in south Denver, established in 1895 as one of the oldest courses west of the Mississippi River. William H. Tucker, a prominent Colorado architect who designed several courses in the region during the early twentieth century, shaped the layout that exists today. The course occupies relatively flat terrain characteristic of Denver's urban plain, with the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains visible to the west on clear days. The routing makes efficient use of limited acreage in a mature residential neighborhood. Mature cottonwoods and other deciduous trees line many fairways, providing definition and occasional strategic interest on what is otherwise an open, parkland-style design. The course plays to a modest yardage by contemporary standards, emphasizing accuracy and course management over length. Several holes feature small, subtly contoured greens that reward precise approach play. Overland operates as a municipal facility managed by the City of Denver, serving as an accessible option for public golfers in the metro area. The course attracts a diverse membership and daily-fee clientele, functioning as a neighborhood amenity and introduction to the game for many local players. Its longevity reflects both its historical significance to Colorado golf and its continued role in Denver's public golf infrastructure.