Golf courses in Knoxville, TN.

Knoxville, TN

Three Ridges Golf Course is a Knox County-owned public course in Knoxville, Tennessee, set in view of the Great Smoky Mountains foothills. Designed by the firm Ault, Clark and Associates, it opened in 1991 and features bentgrass greens with Bermuda tees and fairways spread across 63 bunkers. The par-72 layout stretches to about 7,035 yards from the back tees, giving it a championship-length test used for the Knox County Amateur Championship and other tournaments. As a county facility, it hosts more than a hundred corporate and charity outings each year and has offered play for local middle and high school golf teams. Amenities include a driving range, putting and chipping areas, a full pro shop, and food and beverage service.

Knoxville, TN

Willow Creek Golf Club is an 18-hole public facility with a par of 72 located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The course was designed by architect Bill Oliphant and opened for play in 1988 in the heart of West Knoxville. It is dedicated to providing upscale playing conditions and includes a pro shop and full practice facilities. The layout at Willow Creek is characterized by immaculate bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Each hole is distinct, featuring subtle elevation changes and strategic water hazards. The fifth hole is notable for a landing area that is isolated by two creeks, requiring precise shot placement. Several lengthy par fives and challenging par threes test the skills of all golfers, while multiple tee sets ensure the course remains playable for various ability levels.

Knoxville, TN

Knoxville Golf Course, formally Knoxville Municipal Golf Course, is a city-owned public course on Schaad Road in North Knoxville, Tennessee. It was designed by architect D.J. DeVictor and opened for play in the spring of 1984. The layout moves through rolling hills with running streams and wooded stretches, giving it a varied character across its 18 holes. Bermuda fairways and bentgrass greens cover 6,413 yards from the back tees. The City of Knoxville owns the course, which is operated under contract by Purple Horse Hospitality alongside Whittle Springs Golf Course. Tee times are required, and the clubhouse offers a deli known locally for its chili dog. The course is open to golfers of all skill levels, with weekday and weekend rate tiers for riding and walking play.