Highland Park Golf Course

The course was renovated by Bob Cupp in 1998, this public 18-hole championship course stretches 5,801 yards at par 70. It is the oldest golf course in the state.

Rich in History and Tradition

Alabama's Highland Park Golf Course was originally established in 1903 as the Country Club of Birmingham, making it the oldest golf course in Alabama. Highland Park has been the site of many important golf events including one of renowned golfer Bobby Jones' first victories. At the age of 14, Jones played and won the Birmingham Country Club Invitational held at Highland Park. In 1927, the Alabama golf course opened to the public and in 1955, the course was named for Charley Boswell, a Birmingham native and 17-time National Blind Golf Champion.

Revitalizing Restoration
In 1998, the restoration of Highland Park Golf took place under the watch of Bob Barrett, a highly respected golf course developer and manager, working with renowned architect Bob Cupp. The re-development was an overwhelming success, offering a classic design complimented with modern amenities. Since its restoration, Alabama's Highland Parkcontinues to host many popular golf events including the Tiger Woods' Junior Golf Clinic.

A Layout suitable for all golfers
Voted "Best Golf Course" by the Birmingham News, Highland Park is a favorite spot among Birmingham, Alabama residents and visitors to the area. The layout is fun and encouraging for novice golfers, yet enticing enough for skilled golfers. This par-70 golf course may play shorter than average with over 5,800 yards from back tees, but packs quite the punch! Every hole on this Birmingham golf course features elevation changes and a hazard or two. You'll need to sharpen your short game skills to make par on this Alabama golf course. Water comes into play on half the course. You'll find numerous elevation changes, many holes with uphill approach shots, winding creeks that add character to the course, several generous lakes, and heavily bunkered pristine greens.

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