
West 9 Course
Rebsamen Golf Course


About this course
Rebsamen Golf Course sits along the Arkansas River in Little Rock, offering municipal golf on terrain shaped by the river's floodplain. Thomas E. Clark designed the course, which opened in the mid-20th century as part of the city's public recreation system. The facility operates as a 27-hole complex, with the West 9 forming one of three nine-hole loops that golfers can combine for varied 18-hole rounds. The West 9 plays across relatively flat terrain typical of river-adjacent land in central Arkansas, with mature trees defining corridors and framing holes. Water features appear on several holes, reflecting the course's proximity to the Arkansas River and the natural drainage patterns of the area. The routing takes advantage of the available space while accommodating golfers of different skill levels, consistent with the municipal mission of accessible public golf. Rebsamen serves as a community course for Little Rock residents and visitors, providing an affordable option in the state capital. The facility has hosted local and regional amateur competitions over the decades, contributing to Arkansas golf development. The course maintains its role as a public amenity where recreational players and competitive juniors alike learn and play the game.
Quick facts
- Location
- Little Rock, AR, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1953
- Designer
- Thomas E. Clark
- Holes
- 9
- Par
- 32
- Length
- 1,950 yards
- Difficulty
- 31.9/92
Getting there
The journey to Rebsamen Golf Course begins at Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT), situated just minutes north of downtown Little Rock, offering a swift transition from tarmac to the heart of Arkansas's capital. From there, a brief drive south through the city's tree-lined streets leads toward the Arkansas River valley, where the course emerges as a verdant anchor within the urban landscape - a rare urban municipal gem that feels worlds away from the commercial bustle despite its proximity to the city center. The approach winds through mature oaks and opens onto fairways that command sweeping views of the river bottoms, a setting that captures the quiet dignity of public golf in the American South while remaining wholly accessible to the traveling golfer seeking authentic, unpretentious play.

FAQ
Common questions about West 9 at Rebsamen Golf Course
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
West 9 was designed by Thomas E. Clark.
Yes. West 9 at Rebsamen Golf Course is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at West 9 is 32.
West 9 plays 1,950 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at West 9 is 92.
West 9 is a 9-hole course.



