
Tinker Course
Tinker AFB Golf Course
About this course
Tinker AFB Golf Course sits on the grounds of Tinker Air Force Base in central Oklahoma, just southeast of Oklahoma City. Designed by Floyd Farley, the course serves the military community and authorized guests at one of the Air Force's largest logistics and maintenance installations. The layout reflects the practical design approach common to military courses built in the mid-twentieth century, providing accessible golf for service members and their families while working within the constraints of base property and budget. The course occupies relatively flat terrain characteristic of the Oklahoma plains, with mature trees lining many fairways and defining the routing. Water features come into play on several holes, adding strategic interest to what is otherwise a straightforward test of golf. The design emphasizes playability across skill levels, a hallmark of courses intended for high-volume recreational use rather than championship competition. Conditioning and maintenance standards align with the resources typically allocated to military golf facilities. As with most base courses, Tinker serves a dual purpose: offering convenient recreation for active-duty personnel, retirees, and Department of Defense civilians while fostering the social fabric of military life. The clubhouse provides dining and gathering space that functions as an informal hub for the base community. Access remains restricted to those with military affiliation or sponsorship, maintaining the course's role within the broader mission of supporting quality of life for those stationed at or connected to Tinker Air Force Base.
Quick facts
- Location
- Tinker AFB, OK, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1961
- Designer
- Floyd Farley
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,695 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.1/122
FAQ
Common questions about Tinker
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Tinker was designed by Floyd Farley.
Tinker is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Tinker is 72.
Tinker plays 6,695 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Tinker is 122.
Tinker is a 18-hole course.



