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Quail Chase Golf Course

Louisville, Kentucky

Public Course · 27 Holes · Par 72 · 6,695 yds · $25–$50 · 4

Co-designed by Louisville native and Masters champion Fuzzy Zoeller, Quail Chase offers 27 holes of solid public golf south of the city. The three distinct nines wind through rolling Kentucky terrain with strategic water hazards and native hardwood corridors at some of the most accessible pricing in the Louisville area.

History & Heritage

Quail Chase was co-designed by Louisville native and Masters champion Fuzzy Zoeller with Clyde Johnston, opening in 1991. Louisville\'s only 27-hole championship regulation public facility. Now operated by Louisville Metro Parks.

Three distinct nines (East, West, South) provide variety. East Course No. 1 — a 463-yard par 4 — was named among Louisville\'s hardest holes. The West and South nines feature significantly more elevation change.

Signature Holes

1
Hole 1 Par 4 · 463 yards

East Course opener — named among Louisville\'s hardest holes. A 463-yard par 4 setting a demanding tone immediately. One of the more challenging opening holes on any public course in Kentucky.

What to Expect

Three distinct 9-hole courses offering variety. The East is more open/parkland; the West and South have significant elevation change, tree-lined fairways, and water. All three provide unique challenges.

Public at $25-50 — affordable championship golf from a Masters champion designer.

Playing Tips

East and West nines are the longest combination. Big elevation changes on South and West demand careful club selection.

Tree-lined fairways require accuracy off the tee.

Highlights

  • Co-designed by Masters champion Fuzzy Zoeller
  • 27 holes with three distinct nines
  • Most accessible pricing in Louisville area

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Fuzzy Zoeller?
Louisville native who won the 1979 Masters and 1984 U.S. Open. Co-designed Quail Chase as his hometown public course.

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