William Land Park Municipal Golf Club

William Land Park Municipal Golf Course sits within William Land Park in Sacramento, California, occupying land along the Sacramento River corridor. The course was designed by Sam Whiting and William Lock and opened in 1924, making it one of the older municipal facilities in the Sacramento region. The layout reflects the design sensibilities of the 1920s, when architects worked with relatively modest budgets and natural terrain to create accessible public golf. The course plays as a par 72 measuring approximately 6,700 yards from the back tees, though multiple tee options accommodate players of varying abilities. The routing takes advantage of mature tree growth throughout the park, with oak, elm, and sycamore trees lining many fairways and creating defined corridors. The terrain is generally flat, characteristic of the Sacramento Valley, though subtle elevation changes and strategic bunkering provide interest. Water comes into play on several holes, reflecting the course's proximity to the river and the park's irrigation infrastructure. As a municipal facility, William Land Park serves a broad cross-section of Sacramento golfers and visitors. The course operates year-round given the region's Mediterranean climate, with peak conditions typically in spring and fall. The surrounding park includes the Sacramento Zoo, Fairytale Town, and extensive recreational facilities, making the golf course part of a larger community amenity. The layout has undergone periodic updates over the decades to maintain playability and accommodate modern maintenance practices while preserving its original character.