
Whittle Springs Course
Whittle Springs Golf Club
About this course
Whittle Springs Golf Club occupies rolling terrain in northeast Knoxville, where the course has served the local golfing community since the mid-twentieth century. The layout takes its name from the historic Whittle Springs area, once known for its natural springs and early resort development in the late 1800s. The course sits in a transitional zone between Knoxville's urban neighborhoods and the foothills that characterize much of East Tennessee, providing a mix of elevation change and wooded corridors typical of municipal and daily-fee courses in the region. The routing moves across varied topography, with several holes playing uphill or downhill and others occupying flatter ground in the lower sections of the property. Tree-lined fairways define most holes, and the design requires accurate placement rather than overwhelming length. Greens are modest in size and contour, consistent with courses built for accessible public play. The property's natural drainage and slope create strategic interest on approach shots, where elevation and lie influence club selection. Whittle Springs functions as a municipal facility, welcoming a broad cross-section of Knoxville golfers. The course provides a straightforward test without excessive difficulty, making it suitable for regular play and introducing newer golfers to the game. Its location within the city limits offers convenient access for residents seeking an affordable round in a parkland setting. The club maintains a casual atmosphere focused on recreational golf rather than tournament competition or formal club traditions.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in TN
Quick facts
- Location
- Knoxville, TN, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1932
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 5,729 yards
- Difficulty
- 67.5/109
- Course Vaults score
- 3.2
Getting there
The journey to Whittle Springs Golf Club begins at McGhee Tyson Airport, a compact and efficient gateway just twenty minutes south of Knoxville's downtown core. From there, a straightforward drive north through the city's leafy residential corridors leads into the rolling terrain of East Tennessee, where the landscape begins to hint at the Appalachian foothills beyond. The final approach winds through quiet neighborhoods before revealing the club's understated entrance - a modest portal to one of Tennessee's oldest and most enduring municipal golf traditions, perched on high ground with sweeping views of the valley below.

FAQ
Common questions about Whittle Springs
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Whittle Springs has a Course Vaults score of 3.2 out of 10 based on 22 logged golfers.
Yes. Whittle Springs is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Whittle Springs is 70.
Whittle Springs plays 5,729 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Whittle Springs is 109.
Whittle Springs is a 18-hole course.



