Paris Landing State Park Golf Course

About Paris Landing State Park Golf Course

Paris Landing State Park Golf Course is a distinguished championship golf course designed by Benjamin Wihry and opened in 1971. Located on the western shore of Kentucky Lake in Buchanan, Tennessee, this 18-hole course has earned Golf Digest's prestigious 4-star rating for 27 consecutive years, cementing its reputation as one of Tennessee's premier golf destinations.

The course is carved from 300 acres of rolling hills and hollows, creating a tree-lined parkland layout that makes golfers feel like they have the entire course to themselves. The natural terrain features significantly undulating landscape with several challenging slopes, while the strategic design incorporates Kentucky Lake's beauty with multiple holes offering stunning lakeside views.

Measuring 6,685 yards from the championship tees with a course rating of 71.5 and slope rating of 127, Paris Landing offers a fair yet challenging test for golfers of all skill levels. The course features Champion Bermuda greens that were re-contoured in 2017, providing excellent putting surfaces throughout the year.

Notable holes include the par-5 12th hole at 586 yards, featuring an elevated green that overlooks Kentucky Lake, and the dramatic downhill par-3 4th hole at 186 yards, where the lake provides a scenic backdrop. The entire course is tree-lined, creating intimate playing corridors while maintaining strategic shot values.

As part of the Tennessee Golf Trail and achieving Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary status, Paris Landing demonstrates a commitment to environmental stewardship while providing exceptional golf. The course has also earned recognition as a Groundwater Guardian Green Site, showcasing its dedication to sustainable golf course management.

Beyond golf, Paris Landing State Park offers families a complete recreational experience. The park features a 130-room inn and restaurant, 10 lakeside rental cabins, a full-service marina, swimming areas, hiking trails, and picnic facilities, making it an ideal destination for golf trips where the entire family can enjoy Kentucky Lake's natural beauty.

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