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3.2
275 Reviews (275)
5 Stars
131
4 Stars
111
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
8
Conditions
2.9
Value
2.9
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.8
63.2%
Recommend this course
255 out of 275 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.5
2 Reviews (2)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
5.0
Pace
3.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
100.0%
Recommend this course
2 out of 2 reviews
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3.0
7 Reviews (7)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
2.7
Value
2.6
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.3
57.1%
Recommend this course
4 out of 7 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6659 yards
Slope 136
Rating 71.6

Formerly known as The Bull At Boone's Trace.

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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Architect David Pfaff (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Cam's Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed Soft spikes only
Dress code Dress must be in good taste, keeping with golf course tradition. A collared shirt is required for men and no denim or athletic wear is permitted.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

3.2
275 Reviews (275)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 15
Watching the Game 6
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 32
Bunkers 18
Undulating Greens 18
This course/club is great for:
Locals 21
Advanced Golfers 20
A Weekend Splurge 19
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 24
Worth the Drive 21
In the 'Burbs 8

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Reviews 1
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Not up to it's normal standard

I play this course a few times each year and the conditions are normally very good. Not so this year.
The fairways and tee boxes were not up to par for this course. The greens were mostly poa. Disappointed.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slow play

Pace of play was
Horrendous !! Greens were speckled with poanna grass. No ranger to speed up play.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful Gem

The Bull was in excellent shape considering the harsh winter and spring. Fairways had green grass throughout. The greens were in very good shape. The bunkers looked like they could use some work, but fortunately I only found one. The elevations changes are more than what appears to the eye. Will take the drive from Louisville and play again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The Course Staff was very friendly

The main negative about this course was the poana greens. They were so covered in poana that it made the putting very difficult.

The fairways and bunkers were in very nice conditions. Cold water was readily available every few holes.

The consrssion prices were awesome. $1 for a soda is almost unheard of now days at golf courses..

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent condition for this early in the year

Very well maintained course. Only downmark is that the cart paths are deteriorating. Greens superb, fairways excellent. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Really appreciated being provided with a course yardage book.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

The Bull on the Bull....

Enjoyable and a good value. Actually made our tee time for the following day in error. Pro shop staff went out of their way to correct our mistake. and get us on the course with little wait. Hot dog at the turn is a must, outstanding wiener! Played behind the wrong group though.....nearly 5 hours.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hilly challenge

Great course. Lots of fun. It is a very hilly course that has some beautiful holes. Careful with early tee times due to fog from the river right next to the course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

One of my favorite courses in central KY!

I've played the Bull a lot over the years, and it's one of my favorites. Normally, I would give 5 stars for course condition, but it's at the end of winter, so no course in KY is excellent right now. All in all, it was as good as could be expected.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 115
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

A Must Play

Absolute incredible layout, my 4th time playing here and I'll be back. Conditions were very good for early in the year, we were able to play it down without a problem. Elevation changes make you think about your club selection quite often, missing the green can be costly on a lot of holes. Very fast greens that run nice and true, stay below the hole and get on the right plateau with your approach. I'm a 9 hdc and shot 75, also shot an 89 with similar conditions. Awesome course with some nice views as well. Enjoy your round:)
Jeff

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great course

Can't beat this course price quality and staff are all great.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great shape.

Course was in great shape. Always fun to play. Pace was decent.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun, quirky course

The actual course is in great condition; fairways and rough were in excellent condition, greens were a little too soft but rolled just fine. The pro and staff in the clubhouse could not have been nicer or more helpful, though we could have used a marshal to speed a couple groups in front of us along. There are definitely some quirky holes in the layout, but for the money, it's a great tract. The BIG negative is that it appears the cart paths have not been maintained in at least three or four years and are in terrible shape. Overall, a nice experience.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging and scenic

This is the most scenic track in central Kentucky with moderate elevation changes and sloping fairways. Multile tee boxes provide ample choices for different skill levels. The course is well maintained with friendly staff.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great challenging course

Course is in good shape with challenging layout. Really liked the staff's attention and helpfulness during the round. Great value and fun.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

one my regular courses

Always in good condition and can usually find a very good deal on golfnow.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great fall golf with my son.

This was our first trip to the Bull but certainly not our last.
Besides it being a beautiful fall day, it was very pleasurable course to play. Fairways in good plus condition and the greens still looked good and rolled out well. This course is mostly open on the front 9 with rolling fairways and a couple of challenging dogleg holes. The back 9 gets more challenging as the fairways tighten up some and trees become more in play. There are some very picturesque par 3's on the back.
I would definitely play this course again and could easily become a favorite for the area.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice Course! Recommend to any skill level!

The Bull at Boone's Trace can be a test of one's golf skills to hit the golf ball straight. Several sets of tee boxes add to the intricacies of the course. Fairway shots will be rewarded with a nice second shot into the greens but hook or slice a drive can be a test of long irons or will cost you a stroke by OB or hazard. The greens are usually fairly fast but can be a mine field when players ahead don't fix ball marks. The course is not the only one where this happens since it is a universal problem. Overall, the greens will hold and will reward you on a good shot to the green. The front nine is an honest straight forward set of holes! Play well and make up strokes on the front since the back starts some of the hardest holes on the course. The 10th, 13th, 14th and 16th holes can definitely test and could add extra strokes to your score! Overall, The course is one of my favorites! The facility includes driving range, full pro shop, and snack bar. Always have had a very nice experience at this course! I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to put their skills to the test.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course. Excellent greens.

Course was in great condition. I highly recommend this course. Fun and challenging.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great course

we got good rate through your good site. I want to find next tee time from those hot deal.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course, awful management!

Played on Sunday afternoon, had my best round in 5 years unfortunately had to quit on hole 15 because of slow play (no ranger) and the fact that we had two...yes two...carts run out of power on us. Complained after round to pro shop, staff had no answers and was not very receptive. Its unfortunate that this nice course is run by such lazy folks!

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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