Paxton Park Golf Course
Plan your round at Paxton Park Golf Course
Paxton Park Golf Course is an 18-hole public course in Paducah. George Davies laid out the original course and oversaw construction in 1939 and 1940, and much of his design remains after several renovations. The terrain is gently rolling, with three large lakes bringing water into play on seven holes. Greens are ultradwarf bermuda, and each hole has four sets of tees.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Designed by George Davies
Course strategy
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Paxton Park Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
353
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
344
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
261
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
384
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
175
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
375
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
383
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
185
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
599
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 10
349
yds ·Blue
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Hole 11
370
yds ·Blue
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Hole 12
310
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
180
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 14
361
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
480
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
392
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 17
147
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 18
521
yds ·Blue
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Gold | Blue | Red |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 6 | 387 | 353 | 303 |
| 2 | 4 | 12 | 407 | 344 | 288 |
| 3 | 4 | 16 | 285 | 261 | 220 |
| 4 | 4 | 10 | 428 | 384 | 273 |
| 5 | 3 | 3 | 209 | 175 | 118 |
| 6 | 4 | 5 | 391 | 375 | 319 |
| 7 | 4 | 2 | 419 | 383 | 277 |
| 8 | 3 | 13 | 195 | 185 | 141 |
| 9 | 5 | 8 | 645 | 599 | 457 |
| Out | 35 | 3,366 | 3,059 | 2,396 | |
| 10 | 4 | 14 | 377 | 349 | 304 |
| 11 | 4 | 4 | 396 | 370 | 304 |
| 12 | 4 | 18 | 320 | 310 | 231 |
| 13 | 3 | 15 | 205 | 180 | 146 |
| 14 | 4 | 1 | 370 | 361 | 329 |
| 15 | 5 | 11 | 495 | 480 | 395 |
| 16 | 4 | 7 | 424 | 392 | 315 |
| 17 | 3 | 17 | 158 | 147 | 142 |
| 18 | 5 | 9 | 546 | 521 | 443 |
| In | 36 | 3,291 | 3,110 | 2,609 | |
| Total | 71 | 6,657 | 6,169 | 5,005 | |
| Rating / Slope | 70.8 / 128 | 70.1 / 126 | 65.4 / 117 | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | 69.7 / 122 | ||
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Book a tee time up to 5 days ahead
- Wear a shirt with sleeves
- Bring a valid driver's license if you plan to drive a cart
- Return carts by 4:45 PM; the gate locks at sunset
Dress code
Shirts with sleeves are required.
Carts & walking
A valid driver's license is required to drive a cart, and carts are due back by 4:45 PM. Walking is allowed for 6, 9 and 18 holes.
Practice facilities
A driving range is on site and is open until 3:00 PM.
Policies
The course is open to the public. Tee times can be booked 5 days ahead. The gate locks at 5:00 PM (sunset). Children under 6 are not allowed on the course.
Quick answers
Paxton Park Golf Course at a glance
Is Paxton Park Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. Paxton Park Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does Paxton Park Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Paxton Park Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, from 5,005 to 6,657 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed Paxton Park Golf Course?
Paxton Park Golf Course was designed by George Davies.
What's the dress code at Paxton Park Golf Course?
Shirts with sleeves are required.
What are the cart and walking rules at Paxton Park Golf Course?
A valid driver's license is required to drive a cart, and carts are due back by 4:45 PM. Walking is allowed for 6, 9 and 18 holes.
What practice facilities does Paxton Park Golf Course have?
A driving range is on site and is open until 3:00 PM.
How do you book a tee time at Paxton Park Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (270) 444-9514.
Where is Paxton Park Golf Course?
Paxton Park Golf Course is at 841 Berger Road, Paducah, KY 42003.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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