The Jayhawk Club in Lawrence, Kansas, features an 18-hole parkland course that balances strategic challenges with approachable play. Members enjoy a championship layout marked by rolling fairways, mature trees, and well-kept greens, complemented by club amenities that enrich every round.
Located in the heart of Lawrence, Kansas, The Jayhawk Club offers an 18-hole championship golf experience that harmonizes spirited play with an inviting social atmosphere. This members-only course presents a thoughtfully designed parkland layout spread across gently rolling terrain, blending natural grasses with strategic bunkering and undulating greens. Mature trees line many fairways, offering both visual appeal and tactical challenges that reward precise shot placement, while the open holes test players’ distance control and course management skills.
The course plays to a par of 72 and covers a total yardage that balances length with playability, catering to a wide range of golfers. Whether stepping off the tee with a driver or pitching high into elevated greens, players find an engaging rhythm throughout their round. The Jayhawk Club strikes a careful balance where seasoned players will find rewarding complexity, but the course remains approachable enough to encourage less-experienced golfers to improve their game.
Set within a vibrant country club atmosphere, it goes beyond golf by offering excellent amenities. The clubhouse anchors the property with spacious gathering areas, fine dining, and locker rooms that reflect the club’s commitment to comfort and service. Attentive staff and quality facilities extend the experience past the fairways, making it a preferred destination for members seeking both competition and camaraderie.
Walkers will appreciate the peaceful surroundings and firm turf conditions, while carts are available to ensure smooth navigation across the course’s expanse. The conditioning throughout the season tends to emphasize consistent playing surfaces, from well-manicured tees to smoothly contoured greens that hold well under various weather conditions.
Strategically placed bunkers guard some of the more challenging greens, inviting thoughtful club selection and shot shaping. Throughout the round, golfers encounter a variety of short and longer par-4s and par-5s that tempt risk and reward decisions, ensuring no two holes feel the same.
For those planning a visit or membership inquiry, The Jayhawk Club combines the core elements of classic parkland golf with the modern touches and community spirit that define an exceptional club experience in Lawrence, Kansas.
Signature holes include a challenging par-4 with a narrow fairway guarded by trees and a large bunker complex protecting a two-tiered green. The layout emphasizes strategic shot placement with varied elevation changes and mature tree-lined corridors that shape playing angles. The well-maintained conditioning supports a smooth pace and reliable putting surfaces throughout the season.
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1809 Birdie Wy, Lawrence, KS 66047, USA
The Jayhawk Club features a modern clubhouse with dining, event spaces, and locker rooms
Walking is encouraged; terrain is gentle rolling hills—comfortable shoes recommended
Member invitation required for tee times; guests allowed with member sponsorship