Tates Creek Golf Course

Tates Creek Golf Course is a public 18-hole, par-72 championship layout in Lexington, Kentucky. Set on 125 picturesque acres in the Gainesway neighborhood, the city-owned course offers Blue tees at 6,265 yards, White 5,858 and Red 5,260, with a 120 slope and 69.5 rating. Built in 1958 and purchased by the city in 1972, it blends classic design with modern amenities. The layout is notably tight, with sloping greens that reward precision off the tee and thoughtful club selection into deceptive greens. Water hazards come into play on two holes, adding strategic depth. The facility goes beyond golf: an aquatic center, a spacious banquet room, a dedicated short-game practice area, plus a well-stocked golf shop and snack bar. Open year-round except Christmas Day, Tates Creek welcomes players daily from 7:30 am to dusk. Tee times are reserved seven days in advance. For easy booking, use GolfWithBrio to secure your round at Tates Creek Golf Course, 1400 Gainesway Drive, Lexington, KY 40517, and experience why locals call it a Lexington favorite.