Welcome To Lake Of The Woods Golf Course!

Located in Columbia, MO, 18-hole golf course, driving range and swimming pool make Lake of the Woods Recreation Area a great place fr family fun.

About

Lake of the Woods Golf Course and driving range is located east of Columbia on 145 acres. This golf course and driving range, along with Lake of the Woods Pool and a fishing lake, make up Lake of the Woods Recreation Area. The driving range has two fully irrigated bermuda grass tee boxes along with target greens. The golf course is open year round and provides a challenging and enjoyable round for all levels. This course features three sets of tees, bunkers, mature trees, large zoysia fairways, bentgrass greens, lakes, golf cart paths, and tee to green watering system.

Lake of the Woods Course Rules

  • TEE TIMES

    Tee times are taken 7 days in advance. Tee times take preference over walk-ins 7 days a week. On the current day of play, remaining tee times can be obtained in person or by contacting the clubhouse at (573) 499-GOLF. To book your tee time online, click here.

  • DRESS CODE

    Shirts with sleeves are required—no cut-off or "tank top" style shirts. Clothing with graphic images is prohibited. Please wear soft spikes or tennis shoes.

  • LIQUOR

    No outside liquor or private coolers may be brought in. Beer, soda, food, and snack items are sold at the concession stand.

  • INCLEMENT WEATHER

    Lake of the Woods Golf Course will open for play when the course conditions permit play. As a general rule, Lake of the Woods will be open for play provided there is a forecasted high temperature of at least 40 degrees Fahrenheit for the day; however, playability of the course will be determined by the Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor or his/her designated staff. The golf course reserves the option to close the course at any time during the day due to lack of attendance or prevailing weather conditions.

  • SOLO RIDER GOLF CART

    Lake of the Woods has a solo rider golf cart for golfers with limited mobility issues. This cart gives golfers with limited mobility the ability to drive on sensitive areas such as tees and greens without damaging the turf. The golf cart's seat swivels 350 degrees, allowing golfers to easily exit and enter the golf cart. Plus, golfers are able to swivel and make a golf swing from the seated position. It is recommended that you give 48 hours notice when renting the solo rider golf cart to ensure it is completely charged and ready for use. For more information or to reserve the single rider cart for use, call (573) 874-7538 or (573) 874-7539. Weather or course conditions may affect use.

Our Staff

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    Dan Frost – Recreation Supervisor/Teaching Professional


    dan.frost@como.gov | (573) 874-7539

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    Michael Etter – Recreation Specialist/Teaching Professional


    michael.etter@como.gov | (573) 874-7538

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    Brant Crawford – Head Superintendent


    brant.crawford@como.gov | (573) 874-7539

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    Tyler Cook – Assistant Superintendent


    (573) 874-7538

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Course Stats

Par

71 – Blue Tees

71 – White Tees

71 – Combo Tees

71 – Red Tees

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Faces of Humanity

6,369 – Blue Tees

5,952 – White Tees

5,282 – Combo Tees

4,767 – Red Tees

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Sands of Time

3 – 2 in Play

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Lake of the Woods

Lake of the Woods Golf Course is located east of Columbia on 145 acres. The course is open year round and provides a challenging and enjoyable round for all levels. This course features three sets of tees, bunkers, mature trees, large zoysia fairways, bentgrass greens, lakes, golf cart paths, driving range, and tee to green watering system. The 18-hole golf course along with the swimming pool makes Lake of the Woods Recreation Area a great place for family summer fun.

  • 18-hole municipal golf course
  • Three sets of tees
  • Riding carts and continuous cart paths
  • Open year round (weather permitting)
  • Zoysia fairways
  • Tee-to-tee irrigation
  • Clubhouse with concessions
  • Swimming pool

Instruction

“What other people find in poetry, I find in the flight of a good drive.’ – Arnold Palmer. All Columbia Parks and Recreation lessons are held at LA Nickell Golf Course.

Hole By Hole

Get aerial shots and detailed guides of all 18 holes at Lake of the Woods. Go ahead, tap it in!

Scorecard

Don’t forget your Lake of the Woods score card when you get to the course or take a look before you arrive.

Staff

Lake of the Woods prides itself on provide expert advice and quality service. From event registration to instruction, we’ve got you covered.

Events

Take a look at our upcoming tournaments, scrambles & available tee times.

Tee Time

Don’t wait! Schedule your tee time with Lake of the Woods today. Bring your swimsuit and take a dip once your round is over!