Unity Village Golf Club
Kansas City Area Fall Golf Options
Heritage Park Golf Course
Lakes and Creeks Meander Through It
Shamrock Hills Golf Club
Plush Zoysia Fairways and Silky Greens !
Unity Village Golf Club
It ’ s Like Golfing in A Nature Park !
Always Time For 9 ...
OLATHE , KS — Designed by Don Sechrest , Heritage Park Golf Course opened in 1980 . “ Over the years , we ’ ve tried to change or update a little something now and then , while keeping the character of a links course ,” said Manager of Golf Operations Rob Wilkin . The biggest improvement came about 15 years ago when rye grass fairways were replaced by Zoysia , and now it ’ s perfect .
About ten years ago , the par-4 8th hole was restored to its original design . “ It was built with a split fairway right and left , but with a creek and a lot of trees , the higher level was not able to be maintained well , so it was leveled off and now it ’ s just a tremendous hole ,” says Wilkin .
A deep swale running through the middle of the green drastically reduces the availability of pin placements on the par-3 16th hole and adds to the difficulty of the hole played 132 to 215 yards over a lake . One day , Wilkin would like this hole to have an island green .
Heritage Park ’ s demanding par 5s include the 599-yard 15th hole and the 539-yard 18th hole that requires a big drive and a well-placed second shot to clear a creek that fronts the green .
One of Kansas City ’ s most beautiful courses , its layout offers an exceptional combination of traditional tree-lined and links-type holes . Three lakes and Coffee Creek meanders through the course bringing water into play on 11 of the 18 holes . The course plays at 6,876 yards from the tips and is a par 71 . It is an easy walking course for those so inclined .
Located at 16445 Lackman Road in Olathe , KS , green fee rates range from $ 25 to walk depending on the time of day and day of the week . Carts are an additional $ 18 to ride for 18 holes . More information is available by calling 913.829.4653 or online at www . heritageparkgc . com .
Lee ’ s Summit , MO — Shamrock Hills Golf Club was established in 1961 by a group of four families from Harrisonville , MO . The same four families maintain ownership today , more than 57 years later . The course offers 170 acres of scenic land with no housing around its perimeter giving golfers a private , country setting with challenging holes through gently rolling hills . For golfers who enjoy a causal round of golf — it ’ s a relaxing course to walk .
Shamrock Hills measures 6,363 yards from the longest tees and plays to a par of 71 . Forward tees play 5,166 yards to a par 73 . It ’ s a perfect course for any golfer from beginner to low-handicapper — a fun course to play !
Play on plush Zoysia fairways leading to some of the best greens in the Kansas City area . There are water hazards and enough sand bunkers to test your accuracy . Green fees for 18 holes are the lowest around at only $ 23.50 weekdays ( seniors $ 17 ) and $ 28 weekends . Cart fees are $ 16 . ( Rates subject to change .)
Shamrock Hills offers practice chipping and putting areas and a driving range to warm up before your round . A professional golf staff is available for lessons . The friendly golf staff is lead by General Manager Eric Reisner , whose goal is to provide you with a quality experience including exceptional service and a comfortable atmosphere . They do a great job at achieving that goal !
Shamrock Hills is located at 3161 South 291 Hwy — about 3.5 miles South of 50 Highway on South 291 Highway in Lee ’ s Summit , MO . Take M-291 South to Hook Rd . Turn east on Hook Rd , then South on the outer road . Continue about a quarter mile to the entrance . For more information or tee times , call 816.537.6556 or visit www . ShamrockHills . com .
22 Nov . / Dec . 2023 TEE TIMES GOLF GUIDE
Lee ’ s Summit , MO — The Unity Village Golf Club opened to public play in 2015 , after being a private course since it was founded in 1921 . It ’ s nearly impossible to find a more storied history of a Kansas City area golf course than this unique 9-hole course . Unity Village with its landmark tower is located just off 350 Hwy and Colbern Road in a picturesque setting only 15 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City .
During 2018 , the historic clubhouse was renovated to include a large pro shop and snack bar . A new outdoor deck area was built outside the clubhouse to accommodate up to 48 people — complete with umbrella tables and chairs , a bar rail , and rail-bench seating . The deck and clubhouse expansion will be great for golf tournaments . In 2016 , the course opened a driving range with both artificial turf and grass teeing areas .
Where the golf course is concerned , from the blue tees , the course has one par 3 and one par 5 and the rest are par 4s . A par 34 course playing 2,937 yards from the blue tees and 2,452 yards from the red tees . It is not a long course ; however , the shortest hole for men or women is a 185-yard par 3 . Nearly devoid of ball marks , the well-maintained greens are beautiful , fast , and fun to play ! It ’ s like golfing in a nature park .
Public green fee rates ( walking ) range $ 16 for 9 holes and $ 22 for 18 holes . With cart for 9 holes are $ 26 per person and $ 35 per person . For tee times , call the pro shop at 816.251.3582 or visit www . unityvillage . org / golf . Unity Golf Club , 1901 NW Blue Parkway , Unity Village , MO 64065 .
( All listed rates on page are subject to change .)